Laboratory Engineer

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About the role:

As a Laboratory Engineer you will perform physio-chemical testing necessary for characterization of materials, typically metals, such as tensile testing, impact testing, hardness testing, chemical analysis and corrosion resistance assessment. You will also perform macro and micro-structural evaluations using state-of-the art optical microscopy image analysis.

You will report to the Manager, Manufacturing Engineering and be located at our facility in Monfalcone, Italy. You will report to the Manager, Manufacturing Engineering and be located at our facility in Monfalcone, Italy. We will offer the position as a hybrid role, and we will expect you to work up to 2 days per week onsite.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote a meaningful discussion about Safety Culture Behaviors.

• Verify testing samples and issuance of dimensional certificates. Ordinary maintenance and routine checks of test equipment and apparatus. Manage reagents and labware safely and according to environmental requirements. Perform materials testing, in accordance to established written procedures and international standards.

• Collection of data observing requirements of the testing procedures and standard. Secure storage of data following raw-data management procedures. Validation of data produced by testing equipment or through calculations. Report of test results or examination findings in forms of tabular data or structured reports.

• Issue of testing plans, in forms of detailed requirements for machining of samples, including 2D/3D sketches. Support samples machining by internal workshop or subcontractor. Perform simple mechanical operations such as grinding, polishing, broaching, drilling or metal cutting. Perform heat treatments of test samples in laboratory-type furnaces.

• Follow up on machining of samples or testing performed at suppliers' facility. Validation of test reports issued by testing subcontractors. Assist auditors as technical expert during qualification or follow-up of external suppliers for materials testing-related activities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering

• 0 - 2 years' experience

• English level: intermediate B2

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Why Westinghouse?

We know that to put forth your best effort, you need to be challenged and enjoy what you do in a supportive and respectful environment. We aim to maintain this balance by offering our employees the amenities, benefits and training they need to reach personal and professional goals. 

Below is an example of what employees in Italy can expect:

• Attractive remuneration
• Peer-to-peer recognition program
• Mobile working
• Canteen
• Performance bonus
• Welfare Plan
• Employee Assistance Program: confidential counseling and resources for employees, eligible dependents, and household members
• Learning and development opportunities.
• We encourage our employees to participate in community service events and other team-building activities to strengthen their bonds and inspire each other.

You can learn more about Westinghouse by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com. 

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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