Process Technology Engineer - Talascend : Job Details

A Talascend client in the Mobile, AL area has an immediate need for a Process Technology Engineer to develop and maintain effective technology and lead projects to optimize process and product capabilities, improve quality, productivity and cost (yield) within the highly automated Hot Dip Galvanizing lines to meet the business goals of the company. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Developing and maintaining an effective technical team responsible for Hot Dip Galvanizing (HDG) technology and development.
• Leads major improvement projects; improving process and product capabilities, throughput, cost (yield), energy and environmental performance.
• Providing technical support for all HDG units, reporting HDG process performance to Senior management, and managing/improving statistical systems that define product/process capabilities.
• Developing/improving inspection and testing methods, driving functionality and performance of process models/control systems.
• Fulfilling commitment to safe/healthy work environment with strong commitment to quality.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in HDG Process Technology Field.
• Background in major steel mill processes and products with in-depth knowledge of HDGL processes and technology.
• Knowledge of (metal coated) steel strip properties and applications.
• Understanding off heat and mass transfer, combustion, chemical reactions, and equilibrium (chemistry and chemical engineering fundamentals), metallurgy of steels, etc.
• Demonstrated understanding of control systems, instrumentation, process models.
• Advanced Technical knowledge of Hot Dip Galvanizing process and flat carbon products PREFERRED.
• Advanced skills in data analysis, Statistics (design of experiments, data analysis and model formulation) PREFERRED.
• Demonstrates strong decision-making, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to develop technical presentations and competently communicate interpersonally and technical papers.
• Competency in handling fast-paced environment, strong organizational skills, multi-tasking, and prioritizing proficiency.
• Demonstrates high degree of professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary. Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.