MATERIALS ENGINEER

METAS ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS PTY LTD

About METAS

METAS Engineering Consultants Pty Ltd provides materials engineering, NATA-accredited laboratory testing, inspection, corrosion assessment, welding engineering and failure investigation services to industrial and infrastructure clients.

About the role

We are seeking a Materials Engineer to assess material properties and performance, investigate failures, interpret test results and provide practical engineering recommendations.

Employment: Permanent, full-time | 38 hours per week

Key responsibilities

- Investigate and evaluate the properties, microstructure, mechanical behaviour and suitability of metals, alloys and other engineering materials for specific applications.
- Review engineering requirements and recommend material selection based on service workplace, strength, durability, performance, specifications and cost.
- Plan and coordinate laboratory test programs, including mechanical testing, hardness testing, metallography and advanced materials characterisation, and interpret results.
- Investigate material or component failures by reviewing service history, degradation and fracture evidence, and test data; determine likely causes and recommend corrective or preventive actions.
- Assess corrosion, erosion, wear, heat treatment and welding-related effects on material performance and remaining fitness for intended service.
- Develop, review and improve materials testing methods, technical procedures and quality controls, ensuring suitable materials and equipment meet project specifications.
- Prepare engineering assessment reports, material selection advice, failure investigation findings and technical documentation for clients and project stakeholders.
- Collaborate with laboratory personnel, inspection teams,



engineers and clients on testing, fabrication and materials performance issues while maintaining safe work practices.

Qualifications and experience

- Master’s degree or higher in Materials Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
- At least 2 years of relevant professional experience in materials engineering, metallurgy, materials testing or failure analysis.
- Practical knowledge of metallic materials, microstructure–property relationships, mechanical testing, materials selection and performance assessment.
- Experience analysing material degradation, corrosion, failures or welded components and preparing technical engineering reports.
- Ability to interpret applicable engineering specifications, test methods and quality requirements; familiarity with Australian Standards is advantageous.

Highly regarded experience

· Welding engineering, weld metallurgy and welding inspection.

· Additive manufacturing, advanced manufacturing and new materials processing.

· Laboratory and industrial equipment operation, maintenance and troubleshooting.

· Root cause analysis and failure investigations.

· Advanced materials characterisation, corrosion assessment and NDT.

Required skills:

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to technical accuracy.

- Ability to interpret testing results and prepare concise technical reports.
- Good communication, teamwork and organisational skills.
- Commitment to workplace health and safety and continuous improvement.

How to apply

Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant materials engineering experience via the job advertisement application channel. Learn more about METAS at www.metas.net.au.

Pay: $70,100.00 – $90,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 MATERIALS ENGINEER (Richmond)
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