This is an onsite Position.

Must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

Materials Engineer – Heat Treating Specialist

**Location:** Parker Trutec, Springfield, Ohio

**Department:** Engineering / Metallurgy

**Reports To:** Plant Manager or Engineering Manager

Position Summary

Parker Trutec Springfield is seeking a Materials Engineer with strong experience in heat treating processes to support our production and engineering operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the integrity, performance, and reliability of metallic components through the design, control, and continuous improvement of our heat treatment processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimize heat treating procedures for ferrous and non-ferrous materials used in production.
• Analyze material properties and recommend appropriate alloys, treatments, or coatings based on design and performance needs.
• Oversee process control and quality assurance related to hardness, microstructure, and mechanical properties.
• Support production teams with troubleshooting and root cause analysis of material or process-related issues.
• Collaborate with quality, maintenance, and operations teams to ensure compliance with ISO, CQI-9, and customer-specific requirements.
• Maintain and update technical documentation, including process specifications, control plans, and metallurgical reports.
• Conduct failure analysis and develop corrective and preventive actions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in heat treating and materials processing.
• Stay current with advancements in materials science and heat treatment technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering (or related field).
• 3+ years of professional experience in heat treating or metallurgical processes in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of metallurgy, phase transformations, and material characterization techniques.
• Hands-on experience with furnace operations, process control, and CQI-9 compliance.
• Skilled in hardness testing, microstructural evaluation, and metallographic analysis.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in automotive, aerospace, or precision manufacturing industries.
• Knowledge of vacuum, induction, or controlled atmosphere furnaces.
• Familiarity with heat treat simulation software or data collection systems.
• Certification or advanced training in CQI-9 or metallurgical quality systems.

Why Join Parker Trutec

• Be part of a respected company known for quality, innovation, and reliability in metal treatment and coating technologies.
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunities for career growth and technical development within a collaborative team environment.
• Play a key role in maintaining Parker Trutec’s commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.
  
  
• Benefits include:

  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Profit-sharing program

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Company holidays