Process Engineer, Threading & Services

Vallourec North America; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Company-Paid Life Insurance & Short//L

Job summary

Vallourec North America is seeking a Process Engineer, Threading & Services to drive process improvement, strengthen quality, safety, and operational excellence across threading and related manufacturing steps.

You will partner with operators and plant leadership to reduce variation, optimize productivity, and implement sustainable engineering solutions, including collaborating with automation to enable real-time data collection and control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required; Master's degree preferred.
• 3+ years of work experience in industrial or heavy manufacturing environments.
• Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification preferred.
• Experience in steel manufacturing or heavy industry is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee pipe threading, coupling manufacture, phosphating, and pipe deformation and stress.
• Drive process efficiency and quality through problem solving and variation management.
• Lead and participate in projects including decarbonization and CAPEX advisement.
• Develop process expertise and train teams to improve standard work and efficiency.
• Collaborate with automation to interface data collection and real-time control.

Skills

Problem-solving

Process analysis

Continuous improvement

Cross-functional leadership

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft 365

Data analysis tools

Job description

At Vallourec, we are seeking individuals whose passion and dedication match the strength and resilience of the steel we produce. As a Process Engineer, Threading & Services, you will drive process improvement, quality, safety, and operational excellence by partnering closely with operators and plant leadership to reduce variation, optimize productivity, and implement sustainable engineering solutions.

Your Roleat a Glance

• Operational responsibility could include, but are not limited to oversight of pipe threading, coupling manufacture, phosphating, pipe deformation & stress
• Drives process efficiency and quality through daily problem solving, pipe to pipe variation management and project work that produces sustainable results
• Supports a wide variety of projects managed by self and others including decarbonization, capital expenditure advisement and other work to further the improvement of key performance indicators through improvement of key performance variables
• Develops deep technical expertise with the process(es) of oversight and uses that knowledge to train, coach, develop standard work and drive quality and efficiency improvements
• Must be a results-oriented individual who understands how the operation fits into the business strategy of the company
• Works alongside automation engineering to develop process control and modeling systems that interface with the equipment for data collection and process control in real time
• Supports the operational and maintenance teams when needed, including off hours, to aid in troubleshooting and fast-paced problem solving during operational or quality issues with technical expertise
• Collaborate with Industrialization, R&D, Maintenance, and Global Process Communities to implement best practices

What Sets You Apart

• Bachelor's degree in Engineeringrequired;Master'sdegree preferred
• 3+ years of work experience
• Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent field
• Experience in steel manufacturing or heavy industry preferred; entry-level candidates considered for junior roles
• Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification preferred
• Demonstrated problem-solving, process analysis, and continuous improvement capabilities
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications and data analysis tools
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and build strong shop-floor relationships
• Fluency in English required; Spanish, French, or Portuguese is a plus.

What Powers Your Performance

• 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 are committed to helping you thrive on the job and beyond through career development, collaboration, and a comprehensive benefits program, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Company-Paid Life Insurance & Short/Long-Term Disability
• Profit Sharing: Up to 4%
• 401(k): Company match 4.5% with no vesting period
• Paid Vacation Time
• Performance-Based Bonus Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Safety is not negotiable. Every decision, improvement, and project is guided by our commitment to protecting our people andmaintaininga world-class safety culture.

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