Process Engineer - Melt Shop; Steel Manufacturing

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Date: Sep 18, 2026

Process Engineer
- Melt Shop Operations

Located in Greater Richmond Region of south-central Virginia /
Relocation Available within the U.S. /
Salary: $105,000-$121,000 + Annual Bonus

Driven by sustainability, Gerdau produces up to 96% of its North American steel from recycled scrap. We pair this environmental focus with financial strength, standing as a highly stable, dividend-paying company on the NYSE.

Your Mission

As a key member of the operations team, you will partner with production leaders, maintenance teams, and plant management to improve safety, quality, productivity, reliability, and cost performance. You will serve as a change agent, helping implement best practices, standardization, and continuous improvement methodologies that support operational excellence.

Why Gerdau?

You will have the opportunity to drive meaningful improvements in a world-class manufacturing environment while building your career with a global leader with the lowest embodied carbon steel in the U.S. We value innovation, teamwork, safety, and continuous development, and we're looking for professionals who are passionate about making a lasting impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead continuous improvement projects focused on Melt Shop operations and performance.
• Analyze production and process data to identify trends, opportunities, and root causes of recurring issues.
• Reduce process variation and improve operational reliability through data-driven problem solving.
• Develop, implement, and maintain process standards, systems, and best practices.
• Manage and support CAPEX projects from planning through execution.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, and leadership teams to improve equipment, processes, and overall plant performance.
• Facilitate employee training on continuous improvement methodologies and problem-solving techniques.
• Coach and develop employees on Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, QIS, Failure Analysis, and other improvement tools.
• Support annual business planning, goal development, and strategic improvement initiatives.
• Provide technical expertise and consulting to operations teams on process optimization and performance improvement.
• Promote and support a strong culture of safety, environmental compliance, and operational excellence.

We

Offer:

• Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental,Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1stday of hire
• Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
• 100% Matching 401K up to 6%
• Health Advocate Services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Career Path System and Training
• An empowering and open culture with the opportunity to grow and create

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Materials Science, or a related field with 3-5 years of relevant experience,
  OR a High School Diploma/GED with 6-8 years of relevant experience. Experience in heavy industrial, or process manufacturing environments.
  
  Knowledge of standardization and production quality methods required.
• Strong knowledge of steelmaking and Melt Shop operations preferred.
• Experience in scrap processing, melting, casting, rolling, maintenance, finishing, or related manufacturing operations.
• Proven success leading continuous improvement and process optimization initiatives.
• Experience managing or supporting CAPEX projects.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, root cause analysis, and quality improvement methodologies.
• Strong communication, presentation, coaching, and leadership skills.
• Ability to influence change and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.

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