Melting Operations Engineer (Melt Tower)

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and support melting and pouring operations, including furnace performance and process stability.
• Set, monitor, and adjust process controls such as charge makeup and melt chemistry to meet production and quality requirements.
• Support operation of electric arc furnaces from the Melt Tower.
• Aid in refractory maintenance planning and coordination with maintenance teams.
• Cook up and support hourly personnel to optimize departmental performance.
• Aid in workforce adjustments based on production needs.
• Communicate operating expectations and provide technical support to operations teams.
• Maintain adherence to Quality Control procedures and ISO standards.
• Support calibration systems and participate in routine audits of departmental processes.
• Ensure training documentation, work instructions, and hands-on practices are aligned.
• Promote a safe work environment through enforcement of safety rules and proactive engagement.
• Participate in safety meetings, incident investigations, and corrective action development.
• Support housekeeping and “Right-to-Know” compliance.
• Support initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce operating costs.
• Aid in developing and maintaining production standards, methods, and performance metrics.
• Maintain production reports and track key departmental data.
• Provide engineering and operational support for the installation, commissioning, and ongoing operation of a new Induction Furnace.
• Cook up with maintenance, production, safety, and external partners during startup and ramp-up phases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Materials Science Engineering.
• 1–3 years of experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or production environment.
• Familiarity with Quality Control systems and ISO standards.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with both hourly and salaried teams.
• Demonstrated initiative and willingness to learn complex industrial processes.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively in team-based environments.