Process Engineer

Vallourec - North America; Muskogee (OK); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Company-Paid Life Insurance

401(k) with 4.5% company match

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Vacation Time

Job summary

Vallourec - North America is seeking a Process Engineer in Muskogee, Oklahoma. In this role, you will improve operational performance by partnering with production teams to enhance quality, efficiency, and stability in pipe finishing operations. Responsibilities include implementing safety measures, leading improvement projects, and providing technical support. A Bachelor’s degree and 7-10 years of experience in heavy manufacturing are required. The role offers comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in heavy or steel manufacturing (or similar industrial environment).
• Strong background in structured problem-solving, quality, and lean methodologies.
• Technical knowledge of manufacturing processes, process controls, and measurement systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and support engineered controls to enable safe operations.
• Drive projects to improve quality, productivity, efficiency, and technology adoption.
• Monitor key process variables to reduce variation and enhance performance.
• Provide technical ownership for assigned pipe finishing areas.

Skills

Problem-solving

Quality methodologies

Lean methodologies

Data analysis

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field)

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Office/O365

Data platforms

Job description

Make an Impact With Us

At Vallourec, we are seeking a Process Engineer whose passion for safety, continuous improvement, and technical excellence matches the strength and resilience of the steel we produce. In this role, you will be a key driver of operational performance - partnering closely with production teams to improve quality, efficiency, and process stability across our pipe finishing operations.

Your Role at a Glance

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety by designing and supporting engineered controls that enable safe operations, proactively identifying and mitigating at‑risk conditions and behaviors.
• Drive daily problem‑solving and targeted short‑and‑long‑term projects to improve quality, productivity, efficiency, cost, and the adoption of new technologies within assigned processes.
• Monitor and analyze key process variables to reduce variation, improve product and process consistency, and enhance overall operational performance.
• Sustain improvements through effective documentation, operator training and coaching, process audits, and the translation of hands‑on operator knowledge into standard practices.
• Provide technical ownership and support for assigned pipe finishing areas, which may include heat treatment, straightening, hydro‑testing, sawing, and other finishing operations.
• Partner with Industrialization, Automation, Operations, and Maintenance teams to support plant trials, real‑time process control and modeling, capital equipment design and upgrades, and fast‑paced troubleshooting when needed, including off‑shift support.
• Contribute to corporate Process Communities, R&D initiatives, decarbonization efforts, and capital expenditure projects, ensuring alignment with global standards and audit actions.
• Focus on achieving key performance targets such as process yield, inspection yield, OEE, non‑quality losses, cost per ton, and consumable usage through disciplined process control and continuous improvement.
• Develop deep technical expertise in assigned processes and leverage that knowledge to train teams, improve standard work, and deliver sustainable results aligned with broader business strategy.

What Sets You Apart

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field required; Master’s preferred)
• 7‑10 years of experience in heavy or steel manufacturing (or similar industrial environment)
• Strong background in structured problem‑solving, quality, and lean methodologies
• Experience analyzing complex process interactions and sustaining improvement results
• Technical knowledge of manufacturing processes, process controls, measurement systems, and data analysis
• Proficiency with MS Office/O365 and modern data platforms
• Lean / Six Sigma certification (preferred)
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

What Powers Your Performance

• Communicate clearly and constructively
• Collaborate effectively and contribute to team success
• Adapt to change with a positive, proactive mindsetTake accountability and show initiative in their work
• Demonstrate reliability and pride in performance
• Prioritize safety and act with awareness
• Embrace feedback and use it to grow
• Maintain high attention to detail
• Drive continuous improvement and challenge the status quo
• Support and develop others through shared learning

How We Support Your Success

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Company-Paid Life Insurance & Short/Long-Term Disability
• Profit Sharing: Up to 4%
• 401(k): 4.5% company match with no vesting period
• Paid Parental Leave (birthing, non‑birthing, and adoption)
• Paid Holidays: 10 days plus 1 floating holiday
• Paid Vacation Time
• Performance‑Based Bonus Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Safety isn’t negotiable, it’s who we are. Every spark, every shift, and every decision is guided by a commitment that goes well beyond compliance. We don’t cut corners; we set the standard. That means clear expectations, continuous training, and shared accountability at every level. Protecting our people is more than a priority, it’s a promise we make to every colleague, every day.