Work with research engineers and analysts to develop new products and processes, and improve steel-making practices
May participate in mill trials for process and product developments
Perform metallographic investigations involving sample preparation, mechanical testing, and microstructure analysis using band saws, CNC machines, abrasive saws, surface grinder, polishing machines, mounting presses, chemical etching procedures, hardness equipment, light optical microscopes (LOM) scanning electron microscopes (SEM), energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS), and electron backscatter diffraction (EBSD).
May participate in mechanical testing of steel using other equipment, such as CVN impact tester and drop weight tear testing equipment (DWTT).
Perform heat treatment experiments for product developments using furnaces in the heat treatment laboratory.
Participate in developing welding practices and investing weldability of steels using welding equipment in the welding laboratory
QUALIFICATIONS - Education, Experience and Competencies
Required:
Complete freshman year at a university
Pursuing an undergraduate degree in metallurgy, materials science and engineering, mechanical engineering, and chemical engineering
Proficient in using Word documents, Excel, and PowerPoint
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
A team player and able to multitask
Demonstrated professionalism and strong work ethic
Possess attention to detail and organizational skills
Regular and reliable attendance
Preferred:
Computer skills and ability to write code
Strong analytical skills
Previous internship/co-op experience
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The employee will frequently be required to:
This position operates in an office environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, network tools/equipment, phones, photocopiers and scanners. This role is partially sedentary (average of 6 hours per day), however, some standing and walking is required.
The position requires working with laboratory equipment such as optical microscopes, SEM/EDS/EBSD, welding, bend testing, polishing machines, hardness testing, tensile testing, CVN testing, DWTT machine, band saws, thermal cutting, waterjet cutting, surface grinder, heat treating furnaces, and crane.
The position requires preparing various acid solutions for etching steel specimens such as sulfuric acid, picric acid, oxalic, nital etc.
The employee will occasionally be required to:
This position will periodically require work in the mill and in the field environment with some exposure to heat/cold, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, noise and wearing safety equipment/clothing for protection from hazards
Some handling of materials is required. This would require the ability to walk, bend, kneel or stand, use of hands to finger, hold and handle, reach with hands and arms and to push/pull, lift or carry items up to 50 lbs.
Drive or travel by airplane
The position requires the following vision and hearing capabilities:
Talking person to person, on the phone, and/or in group settings
Hearing in person, on the phone, and/or in group settings
Vision at near, mid, and far range
POSITION TYPE - WORK HOURS - TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Position is hourly and works regular day shift Monday through Friday - additional hours as needed
Occasional travels to career fairs and other SSAB locations
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice