Metallurgical Engineer

Full-time - Day Shift Welland, ON

Valbruna ASW Inc., The Premier Specialty Steel-making Facility Located At 42 Centre Street, Welland, ON, L3B 0E5 Has An Immediate Requirement For The Following Position

Metallurgical Engineer

Valbruna ASW Inc. operates a dynamic and versatile facility and has a long and storied history in the steel-making business, with roots in Welland dating back to 1918. Our acquisition by Valbruna Italy combined with improvements in efficiency and production flexibility have placed us among the premier specialty steel producers in North America. However, the fundamental component to our success is our people. The expertise, commitment and adaptability of our team are our most valuable assets and will be critical to the achievement of our future objectives.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Metallurgical Engineer’s duties & responsibilities include the following:

• Oversee the preparation of engineering technical reports or other documents
• Prepare engineering technical reports or other documents
• Conduct studies on the properties of materials and characteristics of materials
• Design, develop, and specify processes for molding, forming, and thermal treatment of metals, alloys, ceramics, and other materials
• Coordinate production testing and control of metal refining, smelting, or foundry operations
• Sort metal sheets and parts, scrap metal, and other materials
• Supervise material handlers and helpers
• Supervise operation of mechanical equipment and machinery
• Maintain an inventory of raw materials and finished products to prevent shortages
  
  

The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications and attributes:

• Master’s Degree in Metallurgical Engineering
• Three years to less than five years of maintenance experience in a heavy manufacturing environment is preferred
• Strong organizational and detailed-oriented skillset
• Demonstrates the ability to make sound decisions, manage time effectively, and take initiative
• Exhibits efficient interpersonal skills, with excellent oral and written communication
• Proven ability to analyze problems, work under pressure and collaborate within a team environment
  
  

The successful candidate will demonstrate proven work experience and specialization in the following areas:

• Types of Materials
• Nickle alloys
• Titanium and special alloys
• Stainless steel
• Analytics Techniques
• Thermal Analysis
  
  

• Proven work experience in the following areas:
• Installation, maintenance, and inspection of related equipment or facilities
• Operations or production
• Quality assurance or control
• Research and development
• Specification or technical writing
  
  

• Area of Specialization
• Physical metallurgy
• Materials
• Pyrometallurgy
• Ferrous metals
• Process improvements
  
  

• Valbruna ASW Inc. offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits package:
• Salary: $105,000 – $125,000 annually (to be negotiated) / 40 hours per week
• Health Benefits:
• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits
• Financial Benefits:
• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits
• Pension plan
• Other Benefits:
• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Travel insurance
  
  

• Working Conditions:
• Permanent, full-time employment
• Work must be completed on-site at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely
• Responsible for own transportation to and from site
• Working conditions will include a combination of sitting, standing, and walking
• A strong willingness to work in a fast-paced, lean environment where adaptability, innovation and hard work are valued above all else
• Must be flexible and reliable with the work schedule
• Supervision of 3-4 people
• If you would like to be considered for this role, please send your resume directly to [email protected] with “Metallurgical Engineer” in the subject line; your application must include your highest level of education and name of institution where it was completed, and the Government of Canada’s Job Bank reference number 3298618. In order to apply for this role, you must be a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, or a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit; do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada, as the employer will not respond to your resume. Please note there is only one vacancy for this position. We thank all applicants for their interest but can only commit to contacting suitable candidates.
• Valbruna ASW Inc. is a supporter of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities ACT (AODA) and is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the AODA. Accommodations will be provided to all applicants with disabilities during any stage of the recruitment process. Please include a summary of the accommodations required in your application e-mail.