Lab Engineer

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries. Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

What we offer you

• Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility
• Parental Leave

Pay Range: $82,640-$112,396

What you will be doing

The Lab Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring the quality and compliance of aluminum extruded products. This position involves performing BQA, mechanical testing and, in some cases, metallurgical testing to verify material properties and dimensions against customer requirements and industry standards (e.g., Aluminum Standards Association guidelines). The Lab Engineer will complete chemical analysis and material qualification testing, complete testing required for root cause analysis of quality claims and at times travel for plant support. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, mechanically inclined, and committed to maintaining a safe and efficient laboratory environment. This role's primary function is to prepare and perform rigorous testing and metallurgical analysis on our aluminum products and report the results.

• Quality Testing: Perform a variety of tests on aluminum materials as per internal / external customer work order.
• Sample preparation and metallurgical analysis utilizing light optical microscopy
• Prepare, analyze, and report mechanical properties of aluminum extrusions in accordance with testing procedures and customer required specifications.
• Perform monthly Billet Quality Assessment reporting for regional cast houses
• Mechanical testing (TYE, hardness, bend testing, other testing as required)
• Chemical analysis (OES, etc.)
• SEM / EDS Metallography
• Drive continuous improvements throughout the lab utilizing our Extrusion Business System (EBS) methodology.

What will make you successful?

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a quality control lab or a manufacturing/production environment, preferably with exposure to metal extrusion processes. Requires hands-on lab experience.
• Good mechanical aptitude to safely and efficiently operate equipment including testing equipment, band saw, polishing machines, aging ovens, etc.
• Good attention to detail with repetitive work processes
• Must have good safety awareness and be willing to work with hazardous chemicals
• Must be thorough, independent worker and flexible
• Must be curious and eager to learn new processes
• Must have strong soft skills like problem solving and collaborative teamwork.
• Must be willing to train and mentor lab technicians.

Preferred Skills:

• Aluminum or Steel manufacturing experience desired.
• Experience with light optical microscopy in a R&D laboratory (preferred).
• Experience with SEM/ EDS, Keyence and other metallurgical analysis tools
• Metallurgical background with on-the-job experience

Equal opportunities

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

As part of our recruitment process, we may use job‑related assessments in selected roles. These tools help us better understand work‑related strengths and support a fair and consistent hiring process. Any assessment results are reviewed together with your experience, qualifications, and interviews, and are never used as the sole basis for hiring decisions.

If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application, please contact Hydro Recruiting via email at recruiting.north.america@hydro.com