<div>ThinkMetal solves weeks-long precision &amp; iterative manufacturing bottlenecks for manufacturers, enabling production of metal parts 10x faster &amp; at half the cost. Our SistemT1, an Industrial Metal AM system, uses patented FuseX metal feedstock for an easy 2-step process to produce precision metal parts with 0-defects. With 17+ IPs, we are currently validating pilots with qualified vendors of global OEMs. We envision becoming a global materials innovation &amp; intelligence company transforming manufacturing.</div>

ThinkMetal

Role Overview
We are seeking a metallurgist for the development of sintering and heat treatment processes for metals, alloys, and ceramics. In this R&amp;D-focused role, you will design furnace cycles, define temperature profiles and atmosphere conditions, and establish robust processing&nbsp; for new and existing materials. You will validate process outcomes through material characterization, troubleshoot thermal processing defects, and work closely with materials, process, and product development teams.
Key Responsibilities
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Develop and optimize sintering cycles (debinding, ramp rates, hold temperatures, cooling profiles) for metallic and ceramic material systems.
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Design and execute heat treatment processes tailored to material and application requirements.
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Establish and maintain process parameters to achieve target density, microstructure, hardness, and dimensional stability.
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Specify furnace atmospheres (vacuum, inert, reducing, hydrogen/nitrogen/argon mixtures) and setpoints for each material system.
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Review furnace run data and logs to verify cycles were executed within specification
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Guide and train furnace operators/technicians on new cycles and critical process controls.
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Troubleshoot process deviations- oxidation, decarburisation, incomplete densification, warping, cracking and drive corrective actions.
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Advise on furnace capability, pyrometry, atmosphere systems, and future equipment selection.
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Monitor furnace: thermocouple calibration, temperature uniformity surveys, leak checks, and atmosphere integrity.
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Run design-of-experiments (DoE) trials to establish robust processing windows
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Perform or coordinate basic characterisation: density measurement, hardness testing, optical microscopy, sample preparation (mounting, grinding, polishing, etching).
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Interpret microstructures and correlate them with cycle parameters and material behaviour.
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Lead failure analysis and root-cause investigations on thermally processed parts.
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Prepare technical reports summarising trial results and process recommendations.
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Follow and enforce safe handling procedures for high-temperature equipment and process gases (especially hydrogen and other flammable/asphyxiant atmospheres).
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Maintain process records in line with quality system requirements.
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Contribute to the materials and process R&amp;D roadmap, including evaluation of new material systems.
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Skills Set
Technical Skills
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Basic understanding of Metallurgy and behaviour of materials
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Material Testing &amp; Characterization
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Heat Treatment &amp; Sintering
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Metal Additive Manufacturing
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Process Optimization
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Quality Inspection
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GD&amp;T
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Soft Skills
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Problem Solving
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Analytical Thinking
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Team Collaboration
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Documentation
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Troubleshooting
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Decision Making
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Presentation Skills
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Required Qualifications
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Bachelor's or Master's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field
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3-6 years of experience in sintering, heat treatment, or thermal processing (powder metallurgy, MIM, technical ceramics, or additive manufacturing post-processing preferred)
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Working knowledge of furnace types, atmosphere control systems, and temperature measurement/calibration
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Understanding of phase transformations, densification mechanisms, and structure–property relationships in metals and ceramics
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Familiarity with basic metallography and characterisation techniques
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Preferred Qualifications
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Experience with vacuum furnaces and hydrogen atmosphere processing
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Exposure to advanced characterisation (SEM, XRD, dilatometry, TGA/DSC)
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Experience developing debinding/sintering cycles for MIM, ceramic injection moulding, or 3D-printed parts
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Knowledge of relevant standards for characterisation and thermal processing
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Experience with DoE and statistical process control tools
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