Materials Application Engineer – Hybrid in Istanbul, Turkey

Job Description Summary

Activities aimed at proving a concept to be valid or technically feasible by the application of scientific and engineering methodologies. Work in this family typically has the objective of demonstrating through test or analyses the performance and implementation potential of a concept

Accountable for the quality of own work. Subject to direct operations supervision/prescribed work instructions/systems checking. Executes within a well-defined operations framework. There is generally a step by step sequence of standard operational tasks which need to be followed to achieve an end result.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Conceptual, or theoretical activities relating to the development, improvement, and usage of materials, coatings, and processes undertaken to build, apply, or shape the materials.

• Developing conceptual knowledge of professional discipline. May include support roles with specialized expertise or technical knowledge in broad area.

• Applies general knowledge of business developed through education or experience. Understands how work of own team contributes to the area.

• Resolves issues using established procedures. Consults supervisor or more senior team members for issues outside of defined instructions/parameters.

• Collaborates with others to solve issues. For customer facing roles, develops strong customer relationships and serves as the interface between customer and GE. Exchanges technical information asks questions and checks for understanding.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Metallurgical & Materials Science Engineering

• Good level of understanding on metallic materials, their physical and mechanical properties and processing.

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in writing and orally in English.

• Proven self-starter and independent worker who can work with cross-functional teams

• Fast in action but with detailed technical review and good documentation

• Strong teamwork and communication skills, eager to learn continuously

• Complete military service for male applicants

Desired Characteristics

• Master of Science and/or PhD in Materials Science Engineering is preferred

• Awareness and/or experience in aerospace industry is preferred.

• Awareness and knowledge of aerospace materials and material testing; titanium, nickel, iron etc. based super alloys and their processing and properties is plus.

• Ability to coordinate several tasks/projects simultaneously, strategically prioritize work.

• A self-starter with an eye on problem solving and driving solutions

• Awareness and knowledge of manufacturing processes such as thermal spray, shot peen, chemical processes, welding, brazing, heat treatment etc. and their potential effects on material.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes