Process Engineer

Vallourec North America; Muskogee (OK); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Company-Paid Life Insurance & Short/Long-Term Disability

401(k): 4.5% company match

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Vacation Time

Performance-Based Bonus Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Vallourec North America in Muskogee is looking for a Process Engineer to enhance operational performance in pipe finishing. The successful candidate will lead projects aimed at improving safety, quality, and efficiency, with responsibilities including monitoring process variables and training operators. Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 7-10 years in heavy manufacturing. Benefits include medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and performance bonuses. Join a collaborative culture focusing on continuous improvement and accountability.

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.
• Experience analyzing complex process interactions and sustaining improvement results.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety by designing engineered controls.
• Drive daily problem-solving and improvement projects.
• Monitor and analyze key process variables.

Skills

Problem-solving

Quality methodologies

Lean methodologies

Data analysis

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office/O365

Job description

3800 Port Place
Muskogee, OK 74403, USA

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

We’re looking for individuals who bring the right mix of experience, mindset, and motivation:

• 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
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

What Powers Your Performance

Success in this role is driven by a strong mix of personal ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We value team members who:

• Communicate clearly and constructively
• Collaborate effectively and contribute to team success
• Adapt to change with a positive, proactive mindset
• Take 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

We’recommitted to helping you thrive- on the job and beyond. That’swhy we offer a collaborative culture where your ideas drive real change, and career mobility within a stable, essential industry. Tosupport your growth and well‑being, we also provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits program, including:

• 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 Vacation Time
• Performance‑Based Bonus Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Safetyisn’tnegotiable,it’swho we are. Every spark, every shift, and every decision is guided by a commitment that goes well beyond compliance. Wedon’tcut 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’sa promise we make to every colleague, every day.

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