Overview
In this role you will advance process models and simulations to support on-line and off-line control for hot rolling. You will collaborate closely with the automation team, guiding commissioning and ramp-up of new steel production plants. You’ll analyze data, optimize process parameters, and define process rules for automation systems to ensure safe, efficient operations. The position sits in the HQ Process Engineering Office and offers a hands-on opportunity to shape plant performance and process control improvements.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and optimize process parameters for Level 1/2 automation systems
- Develop and refine process simulations and models for on-line control and offline sizing calculations
- Prepare process descriptions, control logics, models and operating guidelines for design teams
- Act as key interface with Process Engineering and L1/L2 teams during cold tests, commissioning, and ramp-up
- Define process rules for automation, troubleshoot root causes, and implement corrective actions with L1/L2 specialists




- Lead performance guarantee testing remotely and on-site
- Coordinate and guide process and automation specialists to align commissioning priorities and safety targets
- Collect and analyze post-commissioning operational data and validate process/automation parameters
- Benchmark alternative technologies and propose process-control improvements and potential patents

Qualifications
- Degree in engineering/technical field (e.g. metallurgy, materials, mechanics)
- At least 5 years of experience in the steel industry
- At least 3 years of experience in steel processing studies, process simulation and project development
- Knowledge of main mechanical processes
- Excellent knowledge of English
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Proficient in working with databases
- Proficient in C, C++, Python, or similar programming language for model development
- Experience with FEM (Abaqus) is desirable

Benefits
- Salary starts from 7

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