MATERIALS TESTING ENGINEER

As an Materials Testing Engineer, your responsibilities will encompass

• Perform precise magnetic property measurements of sintered NdFeB magnets, including parameters such as remanence (Br), coercivity (Hc), maximum energy product (BHmax), and magnetic anisotropy.
• Operate, maintain, and calibrate advanced magnetic measurement instruments such as hysteresisgraphs, Helmholtz coils, and fluxmeters.
• Analyze magnetic test data to assess material performance and ensure compliance with internal and external quality standards.
• Develop and refine magnetic measurement protocols tailored to the specific properties of sintered NdFeB magnets.
• Investigate the effects of material composition, microstructure, and processing parameters on magnetic performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, production, and quality assurance, to enhance product performance and process consistency.
• Troubleshoot magnetic measurement equipment and test methods to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Generate detailed technical reports, summarizing test results, performance trends, and recommendations for improvements.
• Contribute to the development of new sintered NdFeB products by providing insights into magnetic performance and material behavior.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., ISO/IEC standards) and maintain meticulous records of all test procedures and results
• Stay updated on advancements in analytical techniques and their applications in the NdFeB industry.

Required Skills/Abilities and Experience:

• Master’s degree education in Physics, Material Science, Mechanical Engineer or a related field.
• Hands-on experience in magnetic property testing, preferably with sintered NdFeB or similar materials.
• Strong understanding of magnetic principles, including hard magnetic properties, hysteresis, and domain behavior.
• Experience with microstructural analysis techniques, such as scanning electron microscopy (SEM) or X-ray diffraction (XRD), and their correlation with magnetic properties.
• Knowledge of finite element analysis (FEA) for magnetic field modeling and simulation.
• Familiarity with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949).
• Familiarity with sintered NdFeB magnet manufacturing processes, including powder metallurgy and grain alignment techniques, is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in data analysis, interpretation, and statistical evaluation of test results.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills related to analytical instrumentation.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Fluent in English, additionally Russian or/and Estonian.