- Professional
- Escritório em Portland
The Process Engineer is a key member of the ArcelorMittal Texas HBI Research & Development team. This role is responsible for evaluating and optimizing the direct reduction process through advanced data analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and technical innovation. The Process Engineer will drive process improvement initiatives with a strong focus on operational efficiency, reliability, digitalization, and long-term sustainability.
Tasks & Responsibilities:
- Monitor and analyze key process parameters such as metallization rate, carbon content, top gas utilization, NG/CO ratios, and reformer performance.
- Prepare and maintain process documentation including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), and mass and energy balances.
- Analyze operational data and trends to improve plant performance, reduce downtime, and enhance product quality.
- Lead process troubleshooting and root cause analysis for operational upsets or performance deviations.
- Support start-up, shutdown, and changeover procedures in coordination with production and maintenance teams.
- Collaborate with automation engineers to optimize DCS control strategies, alarm systems, and process stability.
- Work closely with mechanical and electrical engineering teams to enhance the efficiency and performance of critical equipment.
- Review and optimize control systems and instrumentation, including:
- Control valves and positioners
- Gas analysis systems
- Weight scale and dosing systems
- PLCs, RIOs, and auxiliary cabinets
- Limit switches, level switches, and pressure/temperature switches
- Pressure, flow, and temperature transmitters (via PDM software and HART communicator)
- Ensure data accuracy and integration between instrumentation, process historians, and reporting systems.
- Participate in or lead CAPEX and digital transformation initiatives, including model-based control systems and advanced analytics.
- Conduct regular walkthroughs and equipment assessments to ensure safe, efficient plant operations and identify areas for process innovation.
- Promote and ensure adherence to all safety and environmental policies and procedures.
- Support ArcelorMittal’s broader R&D goals, sustainability strategy, and continuous improvement culture.
- Ensure adherence to Safety and Environmental policies, procedures, and requirements, with a commitment to continuous improvement toward achieving a zero-harm and zero-environmental-impact workplace.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemical engineering, Process Engineering, or a related field required.
- Strong knowledge of process control, industrial instrumentation, and automation systems.
- Proficient in the use and troubleshooting of instrumentation including:
- Pressure, flow, and temperature transmitters
- Gas analysis systems
- Weight scales and dosing systems
- Limit switches, level switches, pressure/temperature switches
- Experience with PLC/DCS systems (e.g., Siemens, ABB, Honeywell, Emerson) and motor/VFD drives.
- Familiarity with hydraulic and pneumatic systems and their integration with process equipment.
- Skilled in mass and energy balance development, process modeling, and real-time data analysis.
- Experience using tools such as PI System (OSIsoft), PDM software, HART communication, and process simulation platforms.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and PFDs (Process Flow Diagrams).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written; capable of producing high-quality reports and technical documentation.
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and within cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, technically demanding environment.
- Deep commitment to safety, environmental responsibility, and continuous improvement.
- Must be able to walk long distances and stand and work for more than 2 hours in tough environmental conditions (high temperature, high humidity, noise, & dust), and withstand heights of up to 500 feet.
- Must have reliable transportation to and from job site.
- Must have or be able to obtain a TWIC-card.
