Metallography Laboratory Specialist

About Naval Group

Naval Group stands as a prominent global entity in the naval defense sector, boasting a legacy of over 400 years. We are committed to innovation and excellence in crafting the future of maritime technology. Our team is in search of skilled professionals to design, construct, and sustain outstanding products such as submarines, aircraft carriers, and frigates, with a significant emphasis on digital integration.

Position Overview

Role:

• Laboratory Technician - Metallurgy MEB / Metallographer (M/F)

Employment Type:

• Permanent role

Our Technocampus Ocean (TCO) is a hub for innovation, technical prowess, research, and development (R&D). This collaborative technological research platform integrates Naval Group's Technical Directorate, the Sirehna subsidiary specializing in hydrodynamics and embedded systems, along with various partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct technical analysis of customer examination requests
• Develop sample plans and draft testing protocols as needed
• Prepare samples for analysis: cutting, coating, polishing, and acid etching
• Perform examinations in accordance with departmental standards and procedures, including scanning electron microscopy observations (micrographs, fractographies, dimensional measurements, X-EDS analysis, EBSD analysis, etc.) and optical microscopy (macrographs, micrographs, etc.), as well as hardness testing
• Analyze and formalize examination results in reports for validation
• Adhere to and implement the quality standards of our COFRAC accreditation

Recruitment discussions will provide an opportunity to engage with the department manager and gain insights into your responsibilities.

Benefits of Joining Naval Group

• Competitive compensation package including a base salary and additional individual and/or collective elements (participation and profit-sharing)
• Flexibility for teleworking up to 10 days per month
• Active Social and Economic Committee (CSE) offering social and cultural activities, vacation vouchers, financial support for childcare, travel, etc.
• Comprehensive 5-star social protection (health and life insurance)
• Attractive employee savings options (matching on PEG and PERCOG)
• Supportive work environment with access to the company restaurant with employer contribution

Candidate Profile

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Science or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the characterization of metallic materials

Skills Required:

• Extensive experience in conducting laboratory tests
• Knowledge of metallurgy pertaining to steels, stainless steels, and titanium, as well as welding metallurgy
• Familiarity with metallurgy of light alloys, nickel alloys, powder metallurgy, foundry products, and forging products is advantageous
• Strong analytical and synthesis skills for handling, analyzing, and/or drafting scientific documentation
• Proficiency in document writing (reports, procedures, operating instructions, etc.) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• Methodical, meticulous, and analytical. Self-sufficient. Appreciates teamwork and versatility in characterization techniques.

Become a part of our team and contribute to shaping the future of the naval industry.

Recruitment Process

Upon receiving your CV, if your profile aligns with our requirements, one of our recruiters will reach out for a preliminary telephone interview. Following this initial discussion, you may be invited for an interview (in-person or via video conference) with the relevant department manager and/or our HR team. You will be promptly notified once a final decision has been made.

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