June 25, 2026
Metallurgy Engineer
Senior • On-site
75,000 - 80,004 USD/yr
Hagerstown, MD
We're ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.
As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.
When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you'll collaborate on some of the world's toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.
We are seeking a highly skilled Metallurgy Engineer specializing in failure analysis to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in materials science and metallurgical principles, with hands-on experience investigating metal component failures. This individual will be adept at identifying root causes using advanced analytical techniques and translating findings into actionable solutions that improve product reliability and performance.
Responsibilities
- Conduct root cause analysis on failed components, including fracture surfaces, corrosion damage, and microstructures to determine failure mechanisms such as fatigue, creep, or stress corrosion cracking
- Utilize advanced analytical tools including scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy-dispersive spectroscopy (EDS), hardness testing, and optical microscopy
- Design and perform destructive testing (e.g., tensile, hardness) and non-destructive testing (NDT) methods to replicate failures and validate material performance
- Analyze and interpret test data, fractography, and microstructural images to understand material behavior and failure modes
- Develop detailed technical reports summarizing findings, conclusions, and recommendations
- Present results and insights to engineering, quality, and leadership teams in a clear and actionable manner
- Collaborate cross-functionally with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to implement corrective actions and prevent recurrence of failures
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product durability and reliability
Qualifications
- Master's or PhD in Metallurgy, Materials Science, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience
- 5+ years of experience in a relevant role
- Deep understanding of metallurgical principles including phase transformations, alloy behavior, fracture mechanics, corrosion, and high-temperature performance
- Hands-on experience with analytical tools such as SEM, EDS, optical microscopy, and tensile testing
- Strong problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail and analytical rigor
- Demonstrated ability to investigate complex material issues and determine root causes effectively
- Excellent technical writing and documentation skills, with the ability to clearly communicate complex data and findings
Salary
$75,000 - $80,000
Drug Screening Requirement
As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.
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🏢 Summary: Project management role focused on coordinating automotive vehicle testing and development programs, managing cross-functional execution, and improving JIRA-based workflows and reporting. The position involves tracking roadmap milestones, resolving execution risks, and supporting fast-paced prototype and autonomous vehicle development initiatives. 🗂️ Requirements: 2+ years of project management experience, Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, Engineering, or related field, Experience with JIRA or similar resource management software, Experience delivering multiple complex automotive technical projects, Understanding of vehicle testing and development, Familiarity with prototype or pre-production vehicle testing, Ability to manage workflows, boards, and dashboards, Strong cross-functional coordination skills, Ability to communicate technical project status clearly 📃 Skills: JIRA, Automotive, Testing, ProjectManagement, Dashboards, Workflows, Reporting, ResourceManagement, Engineering, AutonomousVehicles 🏢 Description: Responsibilities • Own the delivery status of specific attribute roadmap milestones. Ensure blockers are identified and resolved before they impact progress. • Work directly with engineering and test leads to identify execution risks such as vehicle downtime, instrumentation delays, or hardware shortages, and implement recovery plans. • Run, maintain, and improve JIRA structures, sprint cadences, and reporting processes to support engineering teams. • Manage cross-functional requests and ensure stakeholder dependencies are defined and completed. • Translate technical complexities and changing priorities into concise updates for leadership. Qualifications • 2+ years of experience in project management and a Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, Engineering, or a related field. • Experience with resource management software such as JIRA to develop project plans and track asset availability. • Proven ability to deliver multiple complex automotive technical projects simultaneously. • Strong understanding of vehicle testing and development, including system interactions and dependencies. • Familiarity with prototype or pre-production vehicle testing and development. • Expert-level ability to create and manage boards, workflows, and dashboards that provide real-time project visibility. • Strong ownership mindset with the ability to close loops independently and prevent scope creep. • Ability to remain calm under pressure and communicate clearly in fast-moving environments. Bonus Qualifications • Background in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field. • Experience in startup or high-growth environments. • Familiarity with vehicle development cycles and prototype hardware management. • Experience with autonomous vehicle platforms and software development. Salary Range • $110,000-130,000 • Actual salary depends on location, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience. Additional Information • All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination. • Pre-employment drug screening is required as a condition of hire.
Technology

ALTEN
Automotive Hardware Electronics Engineer (PCB Design)
Mid
On-site
Auburn Hills, MI
🏢 Summary: Engineering role focused on industrial/automotive embedded hardware electronics design, including schematic capture, PCB layout, circuit analysis, and system-level architecture. The position involves working on complex multilayer boards, vehicle communication networks, and ensuring EMI/EMC, thermal, and safety compliance. Candidates will support design reviews, simulations, and reliability analyses across the product development cycle. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Aerospace Engineering, Experience in industrial or automotive hardware electronics design, Understanding of embedded electronics design constraints, Knowledge of system/component design and EE architecture topologies, Proficiency in analog and digital circuit analysis, Experience with vehicle communication protocols (ETH, CAN FD, LIN, LVDS), Experience with EMI/EMC design, testing, and troubleshooting, Experience with thermal management for ECU embedded electronics, Ability to conduct schematic and PCB layout design reviews, Experience performing DFMEA, Experience with circuit simulation tools (e.g., LTSpice), Minimum 3–6 years of experience with Altium (or equivalent), Experience with high-complexity multilayer PCB design, Knowledge of PCB stack-up, design rules, and mechanical interfaces 📃 Skills: Altium, LTSpice, CAN, LIN, ETH, LVDS, EMI, EMC, DFMEA, PCB, ECU, Analog, Digital, SI, PI 🏢 Description: We're ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more. As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing. When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you'll collaborate on some of the world's toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Basic Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Electronic, Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent program. Master Degree is a Plus. Experienced in industrial or automotive Hadware Electronics design (preferred) area (TIER1...) Understanding with embedded electronics design constraints Familiar with system/component design, EE architecture topologies and safety Solid understanding of system/component design. Solid Understanding of Analog and Digital analysis of circuits. Familiar with vehicle bus: ETH/CAN FD/LIN/LVDS communication protocols and troubleshooting tools Familiar with EMI/EMC design, test and troubleshooting Familiar with experience in thermal management for ECU embedded electronics Being able to support/handle more than one expertise domain as a plus Ability to participate and leading schematic and layout design reviews Experience performing Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis. Experience performing Circuit Simulations with LTSpice or similar tool. Experience performing Worst Case Circuit Analysis is a plus Should have experience in: Altium tool min 3-6 Yrs (or equivalent tool) Altium Schematic Capture (or equivalent tool). Altium PCB Layout review (or equivalent tool). High complex multilayer layout design PCB layer stack-up design. PCB design rules. PCB to Mechanical interfaces. PI/SI justified experience is a plus ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. Please beware of job seeker scams and see this important notice on our careers page for more information about our recruiting process. Compliance Notice: Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Executive Order 11246. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Drug Screening Requirement: As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.
Technology

ALTEN
Business Manager
Junior
On-site
Dallas, TX
🏢 Summary: The Business Manager role focuses on driving business development and managing technical service sales while building and leading engineering teams. The position combines sales strategy execution, client relationship management, and talent acquisition responsibilities. It offers a structured career path with opportunities for rapid advancement into senior leadership roles. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree in engineering or business, 1–2 years of experience in industry, services, or engineering-related fields, Ability to implement sales strategy, Experience in selling technical service offerings, Ability to manage contract negotiation and signature, Client relationship management skills, Ability to conduct interviews and onboard new hires, US Person (citizen or permanent resident) status, Successful completion of pre-employment drug screening 📃 Skills: Sales, Prospecting, Negotiation, Recruitment, Onboarding, BusinessDevelopment, AccountManagement 🏢 Description: We're ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more. As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing. When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you'll collaborate on some of the world's toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We foster a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. YOUR MISSION Business Development - Implement the sales strategy in the field - Manage the sale of technical service offerings, from prospecting to contract negotiation and signature - Ensure client satisfaction with a focus on retaining existing accounts and building long-term, profitable partnerships - Be accountable for the profitability and growth of your business portfolio Talent Acquisition & Management - Identify engineering profiles in collaboration with the dedicated recruitment team - Conduct interviews and ensure the successful onboarding of your new hires - Support consultants in building their career paths within the Group PROFILE SOUGHT - Minimum bachelor's degree in engineering or business - 1 to 2 years of successful experience in industry, services, or engineering-related fields - Entrepreneurial spirit with ambition to grow into leadership positions - Natural leadership skills and ability to build strong relationships - Results-oriented with a rigorous and structured approach WHY JOIN US? - Structured career path with clear progression within the Group - Tailored support from your direct manager - In-house university, AMPLIFY©, supporting career development WHAT WE OFFER - Yearly base salary and attractive variable component - Full benefits including medical, dental, vision plans, HSA, FSA, and 401K with company match - Parental leave - Education assistance - Reimbursement of mileage expenses - Opportunities for rapid advancement in the USA and internationally - Regular company events Note: Due to the nature of the work, only US Persons (citizens or permanent residents) need apply for this position. Compliance Notice: Alten USA is a federal contractor and maintains a drug-free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.