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Senior Metallurgist / Welding Inspector

micro1 is hiring a Senior Metallurgist / Welding Inspector for a remote role open to applicants in United States. It pays $60/hr and Level rates it ; you can apply on micro1.

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  • Level rates this role Works on AI ●●●○: the daily work is on AI products, without building the model.
  • The posting lists this role as remote.
  • Tools and skills the posting cites include metallurgy, welding inspection and materials engineering.
  • Level classifies it as a senior role.
  • Level lists 318 other open roles at micro1.

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Evaluate metallographic structures and weld quality to provide expert domain feedback for training AI models in advanced manufacturing.

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Role Title: Senior Metallurgist / Welding Inspector


Role Type: Contractor


Location: Remote (US based preferred)


micro1 is engaging expert Senior Metallurgists and Welding Inspectors to participate in a high-impact project for a customer in advanced manufacturing and materials engineering. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters.


Scope of Work

  1. Evaluate and interpret metallographic microstructures to determine material acceptability and conformance to standards.
  2. Conduct heat treatment process analysis and acceptance reviews in accordance with AMS 2750, ASTM E112, and related US specifications.
  3. Assess weld quality through macro etch evaluation and apply CWI acceptance criteria to real-world case studies.
  4. Perform coating inspection tasks aligned with NACE/AMPP and SSPC protocols, ensuring surface integrity and protection requirements are met.
  5. Review and disposition additive manufacturing (LPBF) defects based on detailed build and cross-sectional data.
  6. Provide clear, well-documented written and verbal feedback on accept/reject decisions, supporting data-driven insights for AI model training.
  7. Reference and apply NADCAP, AWS, ASTM, and AMS standards to a variety of metal samples, weldments, coatings, and AM builds.


Preferred Qualifications

  1. At least 8 years of hands-on experience making high-stakes accept/reject calls on micrographs, weld macros, fracture surfaces, coatings, or LPBF additive builds.
  2. Advanced knowledge of US and international standards including ASTM, AMS, AWS, NADCAP, NACE/AMPP, and SSPC.
  3. Current or prior AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) credentials, or equivalent metallurgical certification.
  4. Proven experience in metallographic analysis, heat treatment evaluation, weld inspection, and industrial coating assessment.
  5. Familiarity with additive manufacturing processes, especially laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) and associated defect mechanisms.
  6. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to explain technical reasoning clearly.
  7. Experience in remote or digital project collaboration, with strong self-direction and accountability for deliverables.

How we rate this

Senior Metallurgist / Welding Inspector at micro1 rates 65 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Works on AI (AI Level 3 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Works on AI. The daily work is on AI products, without building the model.

  1. ●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
  2. ●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
  3. ●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
  4. ●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

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  2. Tell me about a project where welding inspection was part of your work. What did you do?
  3. Tell me about a project where materials engineering was part of your work. What did you do?
  4. Tell me about a project where nd t was part of your work. What did you do?
  5. Tell me about a project where additive manufacturing was part of your work. What did you do?

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