Process Engineer

FirstFour Staffing; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking an Operations Process Engineer to support a greenfield steel manufacturing project in Mobile, Alabama. The role involves design reviews, process optimization, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will hold a relevant engineering degree and have experience in steel processing operations. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits including medical insurance and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, chemical, electrical, or materials engineering, or equivalent technical experience.
• Experience in continuous steel processing operations, specifically involving soaking furnaces and pickling processes.
• Strong understanding of steel strip properties and applications.

Responsibilities

• Participate in design reviews, equipment assessments, and commissioning activities for the APL.
• Lead and support continuous improvement projects focused on process optimization.
• Develop and maintain process models and statistical systems.
• Provide technical guidance and support to operations personnel.
• Uphold company values of Safety, Teamwork, and Sustainability.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical

Control systems

Instrumentation

Data analysis

Statistics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience

Job description

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Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr

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FirstFour Staffing is looking for a driven Operations Process Engineer to join our client, a leading steel manufacturing facility, to support the launch and operation of a new 600,000+ square foot facility. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a greenfield project from the ground up — participating in design reviews, assessing equipment performance, developing commissioning plans, and transitioning into a key role within the Operations Team.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in design reviews, equipment assessments, and commissioning activities for the APL.
• Lead and support continuous improvement projects focused on process optimization, product quality, cost reduction, and environmental performance.
• Develop and maintain process models, instrumentation standards, and statistical systems that define product and process capabilities.
• Provide technical guidance and support to operations personnel; analyze process data and present findings to senior management.
• Develop and refine inspection and testing methodologies.
• Uphold company values of Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Relationships, and Sustainability while ensuring compliance with all safety and quality standards.
• Contribute to a culture of trust, respect, and collaboration across departments.

What You’ll Bring

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or Materials Engineering, or equivalent technical experience.
• Experience in continuous steel processing operations, specifically involving soaking furnaces (natural gas and electric) and pickling processes.
• Strong understanding of steel strip properties and applications.

Technical Skills

• Proven problem-solving and analytical ability.
• Working knowledge of control systems, instrumentation, and process modeling.
• Advanced proficiency in data analysis and statistics (design of experiments, model formulation).

Personal Attributes

• Hands-on, collaborative team player with strong leadership and communication skills.
• High level of initiative, organization, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong professionalism, discretion, and work ethic — able to overcome challenges common in greenfield projects.
• Combination of office and industrial settings
• Standard schedule: Monday–Friday, with extended hours as required during peak project phases.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering Services and Manufacturing

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Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)

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