Process Engineer

JSW Steel Limited; Kentucky; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

JSW Steel Limited seeks a seasoned production/process engineer in Kentucky to optimize steelmaking operations, reduce scrap, and improve overall plant performance. You will work across EAF, LMF, VTD, and Caster units to identify bottlenecks and drive data-driven improvements.

The role emphasizes RCA, SOP development, and collaboration with Quality Control to meet metallurgical specs and customer expectations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify production bottlenecks and optimize throughput.
• Analyze process inefficiencies and implement cost-reduction initiatives.
• Provide RCA for steelmaking units including EAF, LMF, VTD, and Caster.
• Collaborate with Quality Control to meet metallurgical specs and resolve deviations.
• Lead capital improvement projects from design through commissioning.
• Standardize procedures and train plant personnel.
• Develop SOPs and document processes.

Skills

Process optimization

Troubleshooting

Data analytics

Quality control

Project management

SOP development

Job description

Process Optimization: Identify production bottlenecks, analyze process inefficiencies, and implement cost-reduction initiatives to minimize scrap and slag.
Technical Troubleshooting: Provide day-to-day operational support and root cause analysis (RCA) for complex steelmaking units including Electric Arc Furnace (EAF), LMF, VTD, and Caster.
Data Analytics: Leverage statistical process control (SPC) techniques and production data to monitor system performance, build reporting dashboards, and deploy digital twin models.
Quality & Compliance: Partner with Quality Control to manage metallurgical specifications, resolve internal quality deviations, and investigate customer complaints.
Project Management: Lead and participate in capital improvement projects from design through completion, including equipment upgrades and equipment commissioning.
Standardization: Develop, refine, and document Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and conduct training sessions for plant personnel.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Success
Production & Efficiency: Increase tons per hour, improve yield, and reduce energy consumption per ton produced.
Quality & Reliability: Lower scrap/rework rates, improve First Pass Yield (FPY), and improve Process Capability Index (Cpk).
Safety & Environment: Maintain zero safety incidents and minimize hazardous waste/environmental excursions.

Travel Required

No .

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