Technical Process Engineer Aluminum
Job Description
At SMS group Inc., the Technical Process Engineer – Aluminum is responsible for technical support of operations and sales for Aluminum mills. The Technical Sales / Process Engineer has direct contact with customers, SMS group site team, R&D, engineering, sales, service, and service centers. The Technical Sales / Process Engineer needs to have an entrepreneurial mindset, focusing on technical support, troubleshooting, enhancement and improvements.
Who we are
At SMS group, our people are our greatest asset. We offer an entrepreneurial environment that promotes a culture of innovation, growth, and inclusion. We offer company events, activities, and opportunities to participate in charitable initiatives that benefit the communities where we are located.
SMS group
What you'll do
- Responsible for market strategy, business planning, and sales in North America for Aluminum mill solutions
- Directly contacts customers with the assistance of SMS group Inc. sales and service personnel if required
- Technical presentation of papers at customers and marketing events to generate opportunities and market awareness
- Creates an open dialog with customers to seek out current issues & develop solutions utilizing SMS Group’s global technical resources
- Obtains RFQ’s and generates opportunities from customers and presents them to SMS group Inc. internal resources to be processed and assists in preparing the final technical and commercial proposal to the customer
- Technical and commercial presentation of proposals to perspective customers
- Participate in scope and project clarification meetings at perspective customers
- Provide regular status updates for all sales opportunities
- Onsite assessment of Aluminum Mill Equipment
- Technical interface with customers to assist in any operational and process questions that arise
- Onsite installation and supervision of Aluminum Mill Equipment
What you'll need
- Engineering degree and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in Aluminum
- Commissioning & field service experience is a plus
- Operational experience is also a plus
- Strong background in Aluminum mill equipment commissioning and operations
- Mill engineering or process experience a plus
- Multi-disciplined aptitude with the ability to interpret mechanical, fluid, and electrical drawings and schematics
- Ability to work with multiple departments and in a diverse team-based environment within the SMS group
- Strong confidence to communicate with customers, onsite subcontractors, and internal teams frequently
- High self-motivation to be proactive with ideas and problem-solving skills to serve the customer with minimum direction
- Commercial and cost estimation understanding
- Sound knowledge of MS Office
- Domestic travel and limited international travel required
What we offer
Competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision coverage, paid vacation, paid holiday time, 401k with a company match, training, a tuition reimbursement program and more! What we do SMS group is the leading partner in the world of metals. We are an original equipment supplier offering comprehensive maintenance and spare part services for metals production, continuous casting and rolling (flat and long products), tubes, welded pipes, forging, non-ferrous technology, and heat treatment plants - all from a single source.
SMS group Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, gender identity or other categories protected by law. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen and physical capacity profile test
Skills Required
- Engineering degree
- Minimum 5 years of experience in aluminum
- Strong background in aluminum mill equipment commissioning and operations
- Ability to interpret mechanical, fluid, and electrical drawings and schematics
- Ability to work across multiple departments and in diverse team environments
- Strong communication skills with customers, onsite subcontractors, and internal teams
- Self-motivation and problem-solving ability
- Understanding of commercial activities and cost estimation
- Sound knowledge of MS Office
- Commissioning and field service experience
- Operational experience
- Mill engineering or process experience
What We Do
SMS group Inc. supplies new equipment, digital and green-steel solutions, upgrades, maintenance, spare parts, repairs, and engineering services to North American metals producers. As part of SMS group, it provides plant construction and mechanical-engineering capabilities for steel and nonferrous metals processing, supporting customers across equipment lifecycles with modernization, service, and technical support. Its mission aligns with advancing sustainable, lower-carbon metals production.
