Process Control Engineer 3 (Metallurgy) - 91730-1
East Peoria, IL
12 months
Job Description
Project Execution
• Lead and execute engineering projects from concept through commissioning and handover
• Develop project scope, schedules, budgets, and risk mitigation plans
• Coordinate with operations, quality, maintenance, and suppliers to ensure successful delivery
• Support capital project installation, modification, and startup activities
Metallurgical Engineering
• Apply metallurgical principles related to steel, cast iron, alloys, heat treatment, and forming processes
• Support material selection, process qualification, and metallurgical validation
• Perform or coordinate metallurgical analysis (microstructure, hardness, mechanical testing, failure analysis)
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for material or process issues
Mechanical Engineering
• Support mechanical system design including piping, fluid systems, quench systems, fixtures, and equipment layouts
• Review mechanical drawings, specifications, and calculations
• Interface with controls, electrical, and automation teams for integrated solutions
• Evaluate equipment capability, reliability, and safety
Manufacturing & Operations Support
• Provide technical support during production trials, troubleshooting, and ramp up
• Ensure designs and processes meet safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
• Develop and review technical documentation, standards, and work instructions
Communication & Leadership
• Act as the technical point of contact for assigned projects
• Communicate clearly with cross functional teams and leadership
• Manage external suppliers, contractors, and engineering service providers
Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in, Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering and/orr related engineering discipline
• Experience in manufacturing, heavy industry, or industrial equipment environments
• Working knowledge of metallurgical processes and mechanical systems
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
Preferred / Desired Qualifications
• Experience with heat treat, steel, forging, casting, or surface treatment processes
• Experience supporting capital equipment projects or plant installations
• Familiarity with mechanical design tools (AutoCAD, Creo, or similar)
• Experience working in cross functional, operations focused environments
• Understanding of quality systems, validation, and continuous improvement
Key Skills & Competencies
• Project management fundamentals (scope, schedule, cost, risk)
• Metallurgical analysis and materials behavior
• Mechanical systems design and evaluation
• Manufacturing process understanding
• Supplier and contractor coordination
• Clear technical communication and documentation
Typical Work Environment
• Manufacturing facilities, labs, and industrial environments
• Combination of office based engineering work and shop floor support
• Occasional travel to suppliers or manufacturing sites
• 5-7 years experience required.
Position’s Contributions to Work Group:
- Project management
Typical task breakdown:
• Review project priorities, emails, and open action items
• Coordinate with operations, quality, and maintenance on active issues
• Analyze metallurgical or mechanical data (tests, drawings, equipment performance)
• Support project execution (design reviews, supplier coordination, schedule updates)
• Provide shop floor or manufacturing support and troubleshooting
• Document decisions, update project trackers, and communicate next steps
Interaction with team:
- Work alongside team of 5-8 engineers. Report to Engineering Manger.
Work environment:
- Office/Air-Conditioned manufacturing facility
- PPE gear required
Education & Experience Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, or related engineering discipline
- Experience in manufacturing, heavy industry, or industrial equipment environments
- Working knowledge of metallurgical processes and mechanical systems
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills
- Willing to take 2 year degree with 7+ years of experience
- Willing to take Masters with 3+ years experience
Technical Skills
(Required)
• Project management fundamentals (scope, schedule, cost, risk)
• Metallurgical analysis and materials behavior
• Mechanical systems design and evaluation
• Manufacturing process understanding
• Supplier and contractor coordination
• Clear technical communication and documentation
(Desired)
- Understand Heat Treat equipment
Soft Skills
(Desired)
- Clear technical communication
- Structured problem solving
- Cross functional collaboration
- Prioritization and time management
- Ownership and accountability
Travel Requirement -0-25%; Domestic
Export Control Requirements -Yes
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Prashanth Mogusani​​​​
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Sr. Recruiter
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