Engineer II, Technology (Process Engineer)

Socket.dev; Monroe (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ATI is seeking a technically driven engineer to support and optimize melting and remelting operations for nickel, cobalt, and specialty steels. You will act as a key technical contact, drive process improvements via data analysis and trials, and collaborate across internal teams and with customers.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and efficiency, with opportunities for continuous improvement initiatives and performance-driven outcomes.

Qualifications

• BS/MS/PhD in Metallurgical Engineering or Materials Science.
• Internships or co-op in metals-related industry.

Responsibilities

• Serve as technical contact for complete melting/remelting of Ni/Co-base alloys.
• Support formulation, conditioning, and preparatory operations.
• Maintain standard operating procedures, mill instructions, and equipment recipes.
• Establish SPC limits for melt/remelt processes.

Skills

Metals processing

Structure-property relations

Technical writing

Interpersonal communication

Data-driven problem solving

Multitasking under pressure

Education

Metallurgical/Materials Engineering advanced degree

Tools

JMP

Minitab

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Proven to Perform. From the edges of space to the bottoms of ocean, our materials are proven to perform -- and so is our team. We’re hiring high performers as proven as our products. Join us.

ATI is seeking a technically driven and detail-oriented engineer to support and optimize our melting and remelting operations for high-performance alloys, including nickel, cobalt, and specialty steels. This role serves as a key technical contact for both internal teams and customers, driving process excellence across VIM, ESR, and VAR operations. The ideal candidate will lead continuous improvement initiatives, maintain process controls, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency. From troubleshooting non-conformances to advancing process capabilities through data analysis and trials, this position plays a critical role in ensuring ATI’s materials meet the demanding standards of our global customers. We are hiring for multiple skill levels and will provide relocation.

Essential Functions (other duties may be assigned)

• Internal/external technical contact for complete melting and remelting process for nickel base, cobalt base, and specialty steel alloys. This includes raw materials, vacuum induction melting (VIM), electroslag remelting (ESR), and vacuum arc remelting (VAR).
• Provide support for formulation, conditioning, and preparatory operations.
• Maintenance and standardization of operating instructions, mill instructions, and related equipment recipes.
• Establish, monitor, and maintain statistical process control (SPC) limits for key products and processes within the melt and remelt departments.
• Provide technical support in resolving process-related non-conformances and customer complaints.
• Lead or participate in customer audits of ATI manufacturing facilities and supplier facilities.
• Develop an understanding of melting/remelting equipment capabilities and applications as well as evaluate impact of melt parameter changes/process improvements.
• Develop an understanding of various alloys and their specific melt related characteristics and behaviors.
• Collaborate with Operations and Maintenance personnel to develop improvements to manufacturing processes and standards that enhance safety in the workplace, equipment performance, and product quality.
• Plan, execute and manage product/process continuous improvement programs that support several value streams using Plan-Do-Check-Act approach. Utilize statistical data analysis, process modeling, and sub/full-scale trials to support initiatives.
• Lead or participate in team-based continuous improvement activities including risk assessments (RAA), problem solving reports (PSR), process audits, and standard work.
• Timely communication of results to management, operations, colleagues, and customers in the form of written reports and oral presentations.
• Support internal/external customers by analyzing process data, chemistry data, and non-destructive testing data.

Basic Qualifications

• B.S. M.S., or PHD in Metallurgical Engineering or Materials Science & Engineering or related field
• Internships and/or co-op work experience in a metals-related industry.

Preferred Qualifications

• Process or product engineering experience or higher education related to Ni/Co-base superalloys and/or specialty steels.
• Working knowledge of cast-wrought processing (i.e., conventional primary melting, secondary remelting, press forging, radial forging, hot rolling, conditioning, heat treatment, etc.)
• Statistical data analysis experience using JMP, Mini-Tab, or related software.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point).

Skills

• Strong technical background with a focus on metals, processing, and structure/property relationships.
• Technical writing/oral presentation skills.
• Good interpersonal communication skills at all levels.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts and requirements to non-technical personnel in a clear, concise manner.
• Self-starter and ability to work independently as well as on a team.
• Uses scientifically rigorous, data driven approach to problem solving.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure while maintaining composure and meeting established deadlines.

We thrive when the expectations are great, and the barriers are high. We're solving the world's most difficult challenges through materials science. Our advanced, integrated process technologies and proven performers give us a tremendous competitive advantage. When customers systems need to fly higher, dig deeper, stand stronger, and last longer -- anywhere on, above or below the earth -- ATI is proven to perform.

It is ATI's policy to not provide immigration sponsorship for any of the company's positions.

ATI and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected be federal or state law. The company will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process if so requested.