R&D Engineer - Metallurgist

Job Description:

As a global leader in precision measurement sensing technologies, VPG addresses an expanding array of applications in which accuracy, reliability, and repeatability make the difference. Whether in the design and safety of new generations of cars, trucks and planes, or optimizing advanced medical equipment and consumer products, VPG’s deep engineering expertise is making the world safer, smarter, and more productive.

We are hiring an R&D Metallurgist 

•  Obtain strain gage metallurgy knowledge and execute accordingly: lead foil supply chain, ingots and compositions, processing and insertion of foil to production according to R&D plan. Conducting foil related testing, characterization and analysis.
• Support heat treatment furnace production in Modiin and ramp to production of various heat treatments according to plan and targets.
• Advance strain gage’s R&D in material science and/or application means

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Engineering/Chemistry Engineering/Chemistry
• Experience in Metallurgy, preferably in industrial/production environment.
• Experience in 3D printing and/or compositions of functional metals – big advantage.