Alloy Engineer

Wieland - Creating Value for Generations!

Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material.

Wieland's Cultural Values

Wieland’s culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company, we benefit daily from our employees' knowledge and abilities. With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do: safety, ambition, optimism, reliability, ownership, diversity, & respect.

Wieland is hiring a Alloy Engineer. The Alloy Engineer will be responsible for all metallurgical aspects of our product with the aim of high quality and low cost routing logic.  This role supports EA, WH, WY and RE.  Works closely with Planning team to ensure routing is correct and all associated documentation is managed. Owner of all internal capabilities and metallurgical definitions to support flow of these processes. This role is located in East Alton, IL and will be fully on-site.

Base Salary Range: $104,900 - $113,800

May be eligible for a variable compensation plan bonus based upon company performance within fiscal year cycle.  

At Wieland, we recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, our ranges reflect our good faith estimate to pay fairly. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be based upon various factors unique to each individual that may include but are not limited to years of eperience, industry knowledge, technical skills, education, qualifications, etc. 

Alloy Engineer Responsibilities:

• In-depth understanding of the metallurgical / manufacturing process and equipment capabilities to facilitate the highest quality process at the lowest cost. Abide by requirements of the ISO quality mgmt. systems.
• Development and maintenance of RollGuide and supporting documentation, Feasibility and Special Application systems and processes. Provide accurate process logic to the Planning team.
• Responsible for developing the metallurgical routing for East Alton material. Work closely with Planning and Technical Service to ensure all requirements are clearly defined prior to order entry to ensure process accuracy.  For locations within RR not currently in APGen, support consistency in the metallurgical process.
• Knowledge of primary customer markets and the metallurgical requirements needed to meet the voice of the customer. Work closely with the Technical Service and Sales departments for all of RR.
• Lead project work on metallurgical routing improvements with a high emphasis on cost reduction and high yield while maintaining customer satisfaction supporting all of RR.
• Develop new Roll Guide IDs for all RR downstream locations as they roll into the feasibility project.

Alloy Engineer Qualifications:

• Metallurgical engineering degree preferred
• Minimum of 5 years manufacturing experience required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Joining Wieland’s team gives you…

• Benefits - Starting on Day 1! Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
• Retirement Savings - 401(k) contribution + match.
• Work/Life Balance - Paid Vacation & Holidays.
• Growth Opportunities - We have over 9,000+ employees worldwide and 40+ locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
• Wellness Programs – Wieland encourages participation in our unique and personalized approach to wellness, where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.
• Sustainability- Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.

Wieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.   Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.