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metallurgist
Concept overview
Description
Metallurgists specialise in the extraction and processing of metals such as iron, steel, zinc, copper and aluminium. They work to mold or combine both pure and mixed metals (alloys) into new shapes and properties. Metallurgists handle the extraction of metal ores and develop their use in metal processing techniques. They may work in both manufacturing or do scientific research about the performance of metals.
ESCO Code
2146.5
NACE Code
24.43 - Lead, zinc and tin production
24.44 - Copper production
24.2 - Manufacture of tubes, pipes, hollow profiles and related fittings, of steel
24.3 - Manufacture of other products of first processing of steel
71.2 - Technical testing and analysis
24.1 - Manufacture of basic iron and steel and of ferro-alloys
72.1 - Research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineering
24.42 - Aluminium production
07.1 - Mining of iron ores
24.41 - Precious metals production
24.5 - Casting of metals
07.29 - Mining of other non-ferrous metal ores
Alternative Labels
forging engineer
chemical tester
chemical technician
extraction metallurgist
physical metallurgist
steel industry experts
consultant metallurgist
Regulatory Aspect
To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:
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Concept status
Status
released