Metallurgy & Testing Lab Leader

SKF Sverige AB

Waukegan, IL, US
Base: $100,000.00 to $125,000.00; bonus/equity: sh...
On-site
Metallurgical engineering degree or master's
5+ years metallurgical analysis experience
Hands-on optical microscopy and hardness testing
The role involves establishing and leading a new Americas & Pacific Metallurgy, Metrology & Testing Laboratory in Waukegan, IL

Job Summary

  • The role involves establishing and leading a new Americas & Pacific Metallurgy, Metrology & Testing Laboratory in Waukegan, IL.
  • SKF offers a comprehensive benefits package including a 401K program with up to 15% total employer contribution.
  • Success is measured by operationalizing the lab within four months and achieving stable, repeatable workflows for core testing methods.

Matching Summary

The role involves establishing and leading a new Americas & Pacific Metallurgy, Metrology & Testing Laboratory in Waukegan, IL.

Salary

Base: $100,000.00 to $125,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Short Term Variable Salary (STVS) based on performance; Benefits: Generous PTO, 13 paid holidays, healthcare, 401K match

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Metallurgical engineering degree or Master's
  • 5+ years metallurgical analysis experience
  • Hands-on optical microscopy and hardness testing
  • Sample preparation cutting grinding polishing etching
  • Developing SOPs and technical documentation
  • Laboratory safety and EHS protocols

Nice-to-have

  • Experience launching new laboratory facilities
  • Metrology roundness geometry surface measurement
  • Cleanliness testing particle counting filtration
  • Knowledge of bearing failure modes and tribology
  • ISO/IEC 17025 quality system framework knowledge
  • Collaboration with global labs and engineering teams

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Metallurgical Engineering
  • 5+ years experience in metallurgical analysis
  • Demonstrated leadership or mentoring experience

Work Rights

Not specified

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