CLEANWELL® Methods Engineer chez Vallourec

This job description defines duties, responsibilities, and the requirements for the position of CLEANWELL Methods Engineer.

Position is based on-site in Houston, TX. 

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

• Operator Training & Support: Develop and deliver training programs for operators on plating procedures,
  equipment handling, and quality standards to ensure safe and consistent operations.
• Continuous Improvement Initiatives: Lead or participate in Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen projects to identify and
  implement improvements in productivity, cost reduction, and process reliability.
• Troubleshooting & Technical Guidance: Investigate process deviations, quality defects, or equipment issues,
  and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime and scrap.
• Equipment Maintenance & Upgrades: Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to plan preventive
  maintenance, evaluate new technologies, and support equipment upgrades.
• Safety & Environmental Compliance: Support the enforcement of safety protocols to ensure compliance with
  environmental regulations related to chemical handling, waste disposal, and ventilation systems.
• Industrialization of New Products: Support the transition of new products from R&D to full-scale production by
  developing robust processes, validating performance, and ensuring manufacturability.
• Benchmarking & Global Collaboration: Compare local processes with those of CLEANWELL® lines in France
  (and potentially Brazil and Indonesia in the future) to identify best practices, align standards, and drive global
  process harmonization.
  
  REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent degree or equivalent
  experience may be considered in lieu of Degree).
• Ability to read, write and speak well in English and possess strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
• The position requires the use of a full-face respirator for certain operations. A clean shaved face is required when
  wearing said respirator as needed.
• Experience in electrical, plumbing, pneumatic, hydraulic systems preferred.
• • PLC programming and troubleshooting / Automation experience / robotic experience preferred.
•  Knowledgeable of Lean Manufacturing principles