Metals Process Engineer: Lead Hot-Working

ATI; Monroe (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ATI is seeking a Process Engineer to lead and optimize hot working processes for manufacturing Nickel, Titanium, and Specialty Steel products. You will leverage metallurgical knowledge to improve efficiency, quality, and safety while supporting new product development.

The role requires a degree in Metallurgical Engineering or Materials Science & Engineering, plus internships or co-op in metals. Preferred: 1+ year metals experience, statistics, and Six Sigma certification.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Metallurgical Engineering or Materials Science & Engineering.
• Internships or co-op in metals-related industry.
• Basic statistics and data analysis using Excel.
• Six Sigma or related certification.

Responsibilities

• Technical lead for post-melt processes including open die press forging, radial forging, and hot rolling of Nickel, Titanium, and Specialty Steel products.
• Develop metallurgical and operational expertise in processing of Nickel, Titanium, and Specialty Steel alloys.
• Lead and support cross-functional programs to improve yield, cost, and cycle time.
• Resolve process-related non-conformances and reduce scrap.
• Apply thermal/deformation modeling to evaluate and improve products and processes.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, and Quality personnel to improve manufacturing processes and standards that enhance safety, equipment performance, and product quality.
• Lead or participate in team-based continuous improvement activities including risk assessments, 5-why problem solving, CEDAC or cause & effect, process mapping, process audits, and standard work.
• Support internal/external customers by collecting and analyzing thermo-mechanical processing data.
• Support Product Engineering and R&D in the development, evaluation, and standardization of new products and processes.
• Provide technical support during customer audits.

Skills

Metals processing

Structure/property relationships

Data-driven problem solving

Technical writing

Oral presentation

Shop floor communication

Independent worker

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

BS or MS in Metallurgical Engineering or Materials Science & Engineering

Tools

Excel

Statistical software

Job description

ATI is seeking a Process Engineer to lead and optimize hot working processes for manufacturing Nickel, Titanium, and Specialty Steel products. You will leverage metallurgical knowledge to improve efficiency, quality, and safety while supporting new product development.

The role requires a degree in Metallurgical Engineering or Materials Science & Engineering, plus internships or co-op in metals. Preferred: 1+ year metals experience, statistics, and Six Sigma certification.