The salary for this position starts at $83,000 annually, with opportunities for higher compensation based on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications. In addition to base salary, this position is also eligible for monthly bonuses.
Our amazing benefits package starts on your very first day and includes low cost family medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible spending and health savings accounts, paid vacation and paid holidays, a 401k plan with a 5% employer match, and an additional employer funded retirement savings account.
SUMMARY
The Metallurgical Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring the quality and integrity of Oregon Steel Mills products. The position requires extensive experience working in rolling mills and heat-treating facilities and will be involved in all aspects of technical support to Operations, Sales and Oregon Steel Mills clients.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Resolve rolling mill scheduling anomalies, including chemical and technical issues affecting slab allocation to customer orders
- Investigate nonconforming plate material, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions
- Assess plate-related customer claims, determine validity and root causes, coordinate potential remedies with customers and manufacturing teams, and report findings to suppliers
- Review customer orders and specifications
- Coordinate product and process development between Sales and rolling mill departments
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, equipment, and technology
- Lead or participate in cross-functional problem-solving teams
- Analyze material characteristics and critical process parameter performance.
- Support Sales in responding to customer product inquiries
- Travel domestically and internationally as needed to support slab supply
- Performs other duties and technical projects as assigned
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- BS degree in Metallurgical Engineering or Materials Engineering, preferred; candidates with a degree in a related discipline, such as Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, will also be considered
- Previous experience in heavy manufacturing industry, steel industry and/or casting, preferred
- Background in ferrous metallurgy, alloys, heat treating and rolling of steel plate
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office)
- Cooperative and effective team member, able to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
WORK ENVIRONMENT
All of the following may apply:
- Environmental conditions: protected from weather conditions but not from temperature changes
- Outside environmental conditions: no effective protection from the weather
- Hazards: includes such physical conditions, as proximity to moving mechanical parts/vehicles, electrical current, exposure to high heat or to chemicals
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Medium work: exerting up to 50 lb of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 lb frequently
Our total compensation package includes amazing benefits!
- Competitive wages and bonus opportunities
- Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost
- Short and long term disability programs
- Competitive retirement plans
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Employer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance options
- Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays
- Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company
- Tuition reimbursement
- Wellness program
All applicants must be eligible to work in the USA.
While we thank all those who apply, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Orion Steel Group LLC is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Orion Steel Group LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.
If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [email protected] or call: (312) 533-3577. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering or Materials Engineering
- Degree in a related discipline such as Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering
- Previous experience in heavy manufacturing, steel industry, casting, rolling mills, or heat-treating facilities
- Background in ferrous metallurgy, alloys, heat treating, and rolling of steel plate
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office
- Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively across organizational levels
- Eligibility to work in the United States
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Affordable Benefits — Health coverage is described as comprehensive with low out-of-pocket costs, and day-one eligibility is highlighted in multiple postings. Feedback suggests family medical, dental, and vision insurance are positioned as low-cost for employees.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with employer match is consistently cited, with some materials noting additional employer-funded accounts and pension eligibility for certain bargaining units. Retirement offerings are framed as competitive and available to qualifying employees.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Monthly or regular performance bonus opportunities are frequently included alongside base pay. Incentivized overtime and bonus structures are portrayed as part of the total compensation mix.
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What We Do
Orion Steel is a leading North American producer that manufactures engineered steel products for rail, energy, and industrial end markets. The company owns and operates Rocky Mountain Steel Mills, Interpro Pipe and Steel, and Oregon Steel Mills, delivering a broad selection of specialty steel solutions to meet the demands of customers across the United States and Canada.
