Metallurgist Intern

Company: U.S. Pipe 2024
Location: Lynchburg
Posted on: April 3, 2026

Job Description:

Why Join Our Team? Do you want to be part of a team that is making a positive difference in lives all across the globe? Do you want to be part of a culture where you are recognized, respected, and rewarded for a job well done? U.S. Pipe has been providing quality water and wastewater products since 1899, and for the past 120 years we have proudly supported local governments, municipalities, water departments, and businesses all across the United States, and the world. What We Offer: Team Collaboration: Join a team-oriented environment where collaboration is not just a buzzword but a priority. Career Growth: Be part of an industry leader renowned for world-class design, manufacturing, sourcing, and distribution, and take your career to the next level. Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a comprehensive benefits package with options tailored to meet your needs and those of your family. Job Description: U.S. Pipe and Foundry is seeking a Metallurgist Intern. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting and managing Quality or TPD projects. This internship can lead to a full-time at will employment opportunity as US Pipe. Essential Functions: Map Out Process Flow - Quality Check’s. Evaluate how much Thinner can be used during touch up on pipe. Evaluate impact on two separate cements coming in on process scrap. Gauge transition into HDSS products. 5S Shadow Boards. Packaging Inspectors. Shipping Inspectors. Visuals for “Good Quality” pipe at pertinent locations. Calipers usage and storage in casting. Develop “Spare Part” list & Supply of current Gauges, focus on Calipers and handheld devices. Spare Part list for all Quality Machines ~ Chemical & Physical Lab. Machine/process Speeds at Hot Side & Cold Side. Casting. Ovens. Ladle Movement. Test Press. Welding. RPMs at Cement Lining. Paint (Thickness during machine set up). CL3 Process. Determine if bagging both ends does look different than bagging one end and if two days is better than one days. Would the bagging have an effect on the color difference with the patch cement. Supporting other Quality or TPD projects as needed. This could involve helping with product testing, sample preparation, Charpy verifications, etc. Skills & Other Requirements: Educational Status must be in a 4-year college degree program focused on Materials Science, Engineering, or any similar field. Self-motivated, attention to detail Strong oral and communication skills Must be a team player Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and etc.) Ability to learn and adapt with various groups and functions within the role Why Join Our Team? Do you want to be part of a team that is making a positive difference in lives all across the globe? Do you want to be part of a culture where you are recognized, respected, and rewarded for a job well done? U.S. Pipe has been providing quality water and wastewater products since 1899, and for the past 120 years we have proudly supported local governments, municipalities, water departments, and businesses all across the United States, and the world. What We Offer: Team Collaboration: Join a team-oriented environment where collaboration is not just a buzzword but a priority. Career Growth: Be part of an industry leader renowned for world-class design, manufacturing, sourcing, and distribution, and take your career to the next level. Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a comprehensive benefits package with options tailored to meet your needs and those of your family. Job Description: U.S. Pipe and Foundry is seeking a Metallurgist Intern. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting and managing Quality or TPD projects. This internship can lead to a full-time at will employment opportunity as US Pipe. Essential Functions: Map Out Process Flow - Quality Check’s. Evaluate how much Thinner can be used during touch up on pipe. Evaluate impact on two separate cements coming in on process scrap. Gauge transition into HDSS products. 5S Shadow Boards. Packaging Inspectors. Shipping Inspectors. Visuals for “Good Quality” pipe at pertinent locations. Calipers usage and storage in casting. Develop “Spare Part” list & Supply of current Gauges, focus on Calipers and handheld devices. Spare Part list for all Quality Machines ~ Chemical & Physical Lab. Machine/process Speeds at Hot Side & Cold Side. Casting. Ovens. Ladle Movement. Test Press. Welding. RPMs at Cement Lining. Paint (Thickness during machine set up). CL3 Process. Determine if bagging both ends does look different than bagging one end and if two days is better than one days. Would the bagging have an effect on the color difference with the patch cement. Supporting other Quality or TPD projects as needed. This could involve helping with product testing, sample preparation, Charpy verifications, etc. Skills & Other Requirements: Educational Status must be in a 4-year college degree program focused on Materials Science, Engineering, or any similar field. Self-motivated, attention to detail Strong oral and communication skills Must be a team player Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and etc.) Ability to learn and adapt with various groups and functions within the role

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