Steel Dynamics, Inc.

Automotive Metallurgy Engineer

Steel Dynamics, Inc.$75K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, or Mechanical Engineering
  • Over 5 years of experience in Automotive aluminum sheet production
  • Experience in product development aligned with customer specifications
  • Deep knowledge of automotive industry material standards like SAE, ASTM, ISO
  • Familiarity with Office programs and statistical data analysis tools
  • Understanding of Quality Systems including IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 17025
  • Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Proven track record in agile project management and matrix organization communication
  • Strong leadership and excellent presentation skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead new product launches and manage qualification trials from contract award to quality documentation completion
  • Apply metallurgical principles to improve product performance and productivity
  • Identify auto product improvement opportunities based on customer feedback
  • Collaborate with auto customers to address requirements and implement corrective actions
  • Lead cross-functional teams in analyzing product quality and resolving issues
  • Contribute expertise to knowledge management in Auto Sheet Metallurgy
  • Engage with various teams to pursue cost-saving and quality initiatives
  • Provide training on metallurgical testing and characterization for internal staff

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Collaborative environment working with cross-functional teams
  • Exposure to various automotive industry standards and practices
  • Engagement in innovative practices within manufacturing
  • Chance to build strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders
Full Job Description
Subsidiary
Aluminum Dynamics Overview

Work with Auto customers and Departmental Metallurgists to ensure Auto product specifications are met while optimizing production processes for new products

Responsibilities
  • Lead New Product Launches and qualification trials from initial contract award to final quality documentation completion including development & refinement of operating procedures, manufacturing flowpath management and qualifications for mill
  • Apply metallurgical principles to assess new products and requirements for performance, improve productivity & quality, approve equipment performance and vendor guarantee
  • Identify and implement Auto product improvement opportunities for production advancements based on customer needs and feedback
  • Work with Auto customers to provide solutions to the requirements, implement corrective action procedures, track new product or part trials at Customers’ site
  • Lead cross-functional teams across the plant to analyze the rolled product to identify surface & metallurgical criteria and support root cause discovery and elimination with data driven and structured problem solving methods
  • Contribute to product & process knowledge management system by sharing expertise and data in Auto Sheet Metallurgy, Products & Processes, provide feedback to mill and report the analysis and solutions back to the customer with key results and improvements
  • Work with Auto customers, Melt Shop, Rolling and Finishing metallurgists and process engineers on cost savings and quality initiatives
  • Provide internal trainings on Metallurgical Testing & Characterization of Auto sheet, and contribute to best-practices and knowledge management
  • Support all ISO/TS, IATF, APQP, PFME, etc. requirements..
Qualifications

Required

  • S. degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, or Mechanical Engineering
  • 5+ years of experience in Automotive aluminum sheet production
  • Product development experience based on customer requirements
  • Thorough knowledge of Auto industry material standards – SAE, ASTM, ISO, etc.
  • Proficiency in: Office programs, and statistical data analysis tools
  • Working knowledge of Quality Systems IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 17025, etc.
  • Lean manufacturing experience with continuous improvement for business impact and innovation
  • Agile project implementation, good communication skills, and experience in matrix organization
  • Strong leadership, verbal & written communications, and presentation skills

About Steel Dynamics, Inc.

Founded in 1993, Steel Dynamics, Inc. is one of the largest domestic steel producers and metals recyclers in the United States based on estimated annual steelmaking and metals recycling capability, with annual revenues of $8.8 billion in 2014, over 7,700 employees, and manufacturing facilities primarily located throughout the United States (including six steel mills, eight steel processing facilities, two iron production facilities, over 90 metals recycling locations and six steel fabrication plants). Steel Dynamics completed largest acquisituion to date in September 2014. Steel Dynamics purchased our sixth steel mill, located in Columbus, Mississippi. This acqusition increased SDI's production capacity by 40%. Our pro forma 2014 revenues were $10.4 billion. Steel Dynamics reporting segments are comprised of our steel operations, metals recycling and ferrous resources, and fabrication. Steel Dynamics steelmaking operations consist of mills, producing steel from steel scrap using electric arc furnaces, continuous casting, automated rolling mills, and downstream finishing facilities. This segment accounts for over 60% of the company’s external net sales. The steel products we manufacture include high quality sheet and long products, and are used in a wide variety of end markets, such as automotive, construction, manufacturing and energy. Our metals recycling operation, OmniSource Corporation, is a wholly-owned subsidiary. OmniSource processes, transports, markets and brokers ferrous and nonferrous scrap metal. Additionally, our metals recycling operation offers consulting services, as well as provides customized scrap management services to industrial manufacturing companies throughout North America and Mexico. Primary end users of the ferrous scrap metal are domestic steel mills, including our own steelmaking facilities. Nonferrous scrap metal is used by a variety of specialty steel manufacturers, refineries and smelters, and producers of wire and cable. New Millennium Building Systems, our fabrication operation, produces trusses, girders, steel joist and steel decking products, used in the building industry. Steel Dynamics customers include nonresidential steel fabricators, metal building companies, general construction contractors, developers, brokers and government entities.

Steel Dynamics, Inc. Careers

Join the dynamic team at Steel Dynamics, Inc., a leader in steel manufacturing and innovation. As one of the most progressive companies in the industry, we offer unparalleled job opportunities that empower you to forge a robust career in a supportive and diverse environment.

Work You’ll Do

At Steel Dynamics, Inc., you will be part of a culture that thrives on growth, innovation, and leadership. Our team is committed to transforming the steel industry through cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices. Here, your skills will be honed, your professional acumen will be amplified, and your career path will be as dynamic as the materials we produce.

Innovate and Lead

Join our team to help redefine what's possible in the steel industry. Steel Dynamics, Inc. is at the forefront of technological advancement and environmental stewardship. Our leadership in these areas offers a unique position for professionals who are eager to lead and innovate while contributing to significant industrial transformation.

Be Part of a Great Team

Working at Steel Dynamics, Inc. means being part of a team that values diversity, creativity, and proactive problem-solving. Collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry, benefiting from a network that spans across our numerous facilities. Our commitment to professional growth and diversity training ensures that every team member has the opportunity to excel.

Career Development and Benefits

Steel Dynamics, Inc. is dedicated to the continuous professional development of its employees. We offer a range of benefits designed to nurture and enhance the skills and careers of our team members. From comprehensive health benefits and life insurance to retirement plans and educational assistance, we provide the tools necessary for personal and professional growth.

Explore Job Opportunities and Internships

Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a recent graduate, explore the vast opportunities at Steel Dynamics, Inc. From internships that provide real-world experience to full-time positions that challenge and reward, we are constantly seeking individuals who are driven and passionate about the steel industry.

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Learn more about Steel Dynamics, Inc.
Size
10,640 employees
Market Cap
$18.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$550.8 million
5 Year Trend
+18.8%
Revenue
$9.6 billion
NASDAQ

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