Job Description

Job Title: Process Engineer 3
Location: East Peoria, IL
Zip Code: 61611
Duration: 12 Months
Pay Rate: $44.22/hr.
Keyword's: #EastPeoriajobs; #ProcessEngineerjobs;
Start Date: Immediate

We provide a competitive pay and benefits package. This position is offering a pay rate of $44.22/hr. however, Belcan considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to education, experience, geographic location, and discipline. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.

Job Description:
Project Execution
* Lead and execute engineering projects from concept through commissioning and handover
* Develop project scope, schedules, budgets, and risk mitigation plans
* Coordinate with operations, quality, maintenance, and suppliers to ensure successful delivery
* Support capital project installation, modification, and startup activities
Metallurgical Engineering
* Apply metallurgical principles related to steel, cast iron, alloys, heat treatment, and forming processes
* Support material selection, process qualification, and metallurgical validation
* Perform or coordinate metallurgical analysis (microstructure, hardness, mechanical testing, failure analysis)
* Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for material or process issues
Mechanical Engineering
* Support mechanical system design including piping, fluid systems, quench systems, fixtures, and equipment layouts
* Review mechanical drawings, specifications, and calculations
* Interface with controls, electrical, and automation teams for integrated solutions
* Evaluate equipment capability, reliability, and safety
Manufacturing & Operations Support
* Provide technical support during production trials, troubleshooting, and ramp up
* Ensure designs and processes meet safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
* Develop and review technical documentation, standards, and work instructions
Communication & Leadership
* Act as the technical point of contact for assigned projects
* Communicate clearly with cross functional teams and leadership
* Manage external suppliers, contractors, and engineering service providers

Basic Qualifications
* Bachelor"s degree in, Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering and/orr related engineering discipline
* Experience in manufacturing, heavy industry, or industrial equipment environments
* Working knowledge of metallurgical processes and mechanical systems
* Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
* Strong problem solving and analytical skills

Preferred / Desired Qualifications
* Experience with heat treat, steel, forging, casting, or surface treatment processes
* Experience supporting capital equipment projects or plant installations
* Familiarity with mechanical design tools (AutoCAD, Creo, or similar)
* Experience working in cross functional, operations focused environments
* Understanding of quality systems, validation, and continuous improvement

Key Skills & Competencies
* Project management fundamentals (scope, schedule, cost, risk)
* Metallurgical analysis and materials behavior
* Mechanical systems design and evaluation
* Manufacturing process understanding
* Supplier and contractor coordination
* Clear technical communication and documentation

Typical Work Environment
* Manufacturing facilities, labs, and industrial environments
* Combination of office based engineering work and shop floor support
* Occasional travel to suppliers or manufacturing sites
* 5-7 years experience required.