Remote Senior Metallurgist / Welding Inspector — Scientific & Engineering AI (Flexible AI Training Role)

Pinnacle AI Evaluation Partners invites qualified professionals to apply for our remote Remote Senior Metallurgist / Welding Inspector — Scientific & Engineering AI (Flexible AI Training Role) opportunity ($80 - $130/hour). You will leverage hands-on experience in Metallographic Microstructure Evaluation, Heat Treatment Acceptance (AMS 2750, ASTM E112), Weld Macro Etch & CWI Acceptance to audit AI-generated solutions, pinpoint reasoning gaps, and construct authoritative reference responses.

Core Project Workflow

• Reference and apply NADCAP, AWS, ASTM, and AMS standards to a variety of metal samples, weldments, coatings, and AM builds.
• Demonstrated professional or academic background in Metallographic Microstructure Evaluation, Heat Treatment Acceptance (AMS 2750, ASTM E112), Weld Macro Etch & CWI Acceptance, Coating Inspection (NACE/AMPP, SSPC).
• Strong analytical reasoning and ability to articulate complex concepts clearly in written English.
• High attention to detail when reviewing technical or domain-specific documentation.
• Self-motivated and reliable within an asynchronous remote work environment.
• Evaluate and interpret metallographic microstructures to determine material acceptability and conformance to standards.
• Conduct heat treatment process analysis and acceptance reviews in accordance with AMS 2750, ASTM E112, and related US specifications.

Required Technical & Domain Mastery

• Compensation Band: $80 - $130/hour
• Work Location: Remote (100% Remote / Asynchronous Flexibility)
• Available Openings: 20 open positions
• Core Competencies: Metallographic Microstructure Evaluation, Heat Treatment Acceptance (AMS 2750, ASTM E112), Weld Macro Etch & CWI Acceptance, Coating Inspection (NACE/AMPP, SSPC), Additive Manufacturing (LPBF) Defect Disposition
• 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.
• Advanced knowledge of US and international standards including ASTM, AMS, AWS, NADCAP, NACE/AMPP, and SSPC.
• Current or prior AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) credentials, or equivalent metallurgical certification.

Compensation Summary

• Compensation Rate: $80 - $130/hour (contract specialist remuneration)
• Work Arrangement: 100% Remote / Work From Anywhere
• Core Competencies: Metallographic Microstructure Evaluation, Heat Treatment Acceptance (AMS 2750, ASTM E112), Weld Macro Etch & CWI Acceptance, Coating Inspection (NACE/AMPP, SSPC), Additive Manufacturing (LPBF) Defect Disposition
• Hiring Organization: Pinnacle AI Evaluation Partners

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