Process Engineer

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At Vallourec, we are seeking a Process Engineer whose passion for safety, continuous improvement, and technical excellence matches the strength and resilience of the steel we produce. In this role, you will be a key driver of operational performance - partnering closely with production teams to improve quality, efficiency, and process stability across our pipe finishing operations.

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety by designing and supporting engineered controls that enable safe operations, proactively identifying and mitigating at‑risk conditions and behaviors.
• Drive daily problem‑solving and targeted short‑and‑long‑term projects to improve quality, productivity, efficiency, cost, and the adoption of new technologies within assigned processes.
• Monitor and analyze key process variables to reduce variation, improve product and process consistency, and enhance overall operational performance.
• Sustain improvements through effective documentation, operator training and coaching, process audits, and the translation of hands‑on operator knowledge into standard practices.
• Provide technical ownership and support for assigned pipe finishing areas, which may include heat treatment, straightening, hydro‑testing, sawing, and other finishing operations.
• Partner with Industrialization, Automation, Operations, and Maintenance teams to support plant trials, real‑time process control and modeling, capital equipment design and upgrades, and fast‑paced troubleshooting when needed, including off‑shift support.
• Contribute to corporate Process Communities, R&D initiatives, decarbonization efforts, and capital expenditure projects, ensuring alignment with global standards and audit actions.
• Focus on achieving key performance targets such as process yield, inspection yield, OEE, non‑quality losses, cost per ton, and consumable usage through disciplined process control and continuous improvement.
• Develop deep technical expertise in assigned processes and leverage that knowledge to train teams, improve standard work, and deliver sustainable results aligned with broader business strategy.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field required; Master’s preferred)
• 7‑10 years of experience in heavy or steel manufacturing (or similar industrial environment)
• Strong background in structured problem‑solving, quality, and lean methodologies
• Experience analyzing complex process interactions and sustaining improvement results
• Technical knowledge of manufacturing processes, process controls, measurement systems, and data analysis
• Proficiency with MS Office/O365 and modern data platforms
• Lean / Six Sigma certification (preferred)
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

• Communicate clearly and constructively
• Collaborate effectively and contribute to team success
• Adapt to change with a positive, proactive mindset
  
  Take accountability and show initiative in their work
• Demonstrate reliability and pride in performance
• Prioritize safety and act with awareness
• Embrace feedback and use it to grow
• Maintain high attention to detail
• Drive continuous improvement and challenge the status quo
• Support and develop others through shared learning

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Company-Paid Life Insurance & Short/Long-Term Disability
• Profit Sharing:
  Up to 4%
• 401(k): 4.5% company match with no vesting period
• Paid Parental Leave (birthing, non‑birthing, and adoption)
• Paid Holidays: 10 days plus 1 floating holiday
• Paid Vacation Time
• Performance‑Based Bonus Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Safety isn’t negotiable, it’s who we are. Every spark, every shift, and every decision is guided by a commitment that goes well beyond compliance. We don’t cut corners; we set the standard. That means clear expectations, continuous training, and shared accountability at every level. Protecting our people is more than a priority, it’s a promise we make to every colleague, every day.