Metallurgical Engineer

Job Title: Metallurgical EngineerLocation: East Peoria, ILZip Code: 61611Duration: 12 MonthsPay Rate: $43.33/hr.Keyword's: #EastPeoriajobs; #MetallurgicalEngineerjobs;Start Date: ImmediateJob Summary:Project Execution* Lead and execute engineering projects from concept through commissioning, startup, and handover* Develop scope, schedules, budgets, action plans, and risk mitigation plans with clear owners and dates* Actively coordinate with operations, quality, maintenance, suppliers, and contractors to remove roadblocks and keep work moving* Support capital project installation, modification, troubleshooting, commissioning, and production ramp-up activitiesManufacturing & Operations Support* Spend time in the shop understanding equipment, process flow, constraints, safety concerns, and real-world production issues* Provide hands-on support during trials, troubleshooting, installation, startup, and issue resolution* Use practical judgment to balance engineering requirements with manufacturing reality, schedule pressure, quality, and safety* Escalate early when blocked, propose options, and continue driving the issue instead of waiting passively for othersMetallurgical / Mechanical Engineering* Apply metallurgical principles related to steel, cast iron, alloys, heat treatment, surface treatment, and forming processes* Support material selection, process qualification, metallurgical validation, and root cause analysis* Support mechanical systems including equipment layouts, fixtures, piping, quench systems, fluid systems, and plant utilities* Review drawings, equipment specifications, test results, process data, and supplier recommendations with attention to field executionCommunication & Leadership* Communicate clearly in person, by phone, and in writing with shop employees, engineers, leaders, suppliers, and contractors* Drive meetings and follow-ups with clear actions, owners, due dates, decisions, and escalation when needed* Show professional persistence, curiosity, urgency, and accountability when solving problems* Be comfortable asking questions, challenging assumptions respectfully, and learning directly from people closest to the workBasic Qualifications* Bachelor"s degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering discipline* 5-7 years of experience in manufacturing, heavy industry, industrial equipment, or plant engineering environments* Demonstrated experience working directly with operations, maintenance, quality, suppliers, or contractors to complete real projects* Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining follow-through, communication, and urgency* Problem solving is the core qualification of this role.Preferred / Desired Qualifications* Experience with heat treat, steel, forging, casting, machining, surface treatment, or similar manufacturing processes* Experience supporting capital equipment projects, plant installations, equipment moves, troubleshooting, or production launches* Demonstrated ability to get results when information is incomplete, priorities change, or support from others is delayed* Strong shop-floor presence and ability to build credibility with technicians, operators, maintenance, and manufacturing leadersKey Skills & Competencies* Project management fundamentals (scope, schedule, cost, risk)* Metallurgical analysis and materials behavior* Mechanical systems design and evaluation* Manufacturing process understanding* Supplier and contractor coordination* Clear technical communication and documentationTypical Work Environment* Manufacturing facilities, labs, and industrial environments* Combination of office based engineering work and shop floor support* Occasional travel to suppliers or manufacturing sites*Story Behind the Need - Business Group & Key Projects* Position"s Contributions to Work Group* Team culture* Surrounding team & key projects* Purpose of this team* Reason for the request Position"s Contributions to Work Group:- Project managementReason/motivation for request:- AdditionTypical Day in the Role* Typical task breakdown and rhythm* Interaction level with team* Work environment description Typical task breakdown:* Start the day by reviewing critical project actions, blocked items, safety concerns, supplier responses, and plant priorities* Go to the floor, talk directly with operations, maintenance, quality, and technicians, and verify what is actually happening* Drive active issues by calling, walking over, escalating, or pulling people together instead of only sending emails and waiting* Analyze metallurgical, mechanical, process, test, drawing, supplier, or equipment data and convert it into practical next steps* Support project execution including design reviews, supplier coordination, installation planning, schedule updates, and startup support* Document decisions, owners, dates, open risks, and next steps clearly enough that others can act without guessingInteraction with team:* Work alongside a team of engineers and report to the Engineering Manager.* Must be comfortable working directly with operators, technicians, supervisors, maintenance, quality, suppliers, contractors, and leadership.* Expected to communicate in person and by phone when needed, not rely only on email or Teams messages.Work environment:* Office and non-air-conditioned manufacturing facility* Regular shop-floor presence required; this is not a desk-only role* PPE gear required will be suppliedCandidate Requirements* Years of experience required* Degrees or certifications required* Disqualifiers* Performance indicators Education & Experience Required:* Bachelor"s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, or related engineering discipline* 5-7 years of experience in manufacturing, heavy industry, industrial equipment, capital projects, plant engineering, or similar hands-on environment* Willing to consider 2-year technical degree with 7+ years of strong, relevant hands-on manufacturing/project execution experience* Must show examples of personally driving a project, issue, installation, or improvement through obstacles to completion* Must be comfortable working directly with production, maintenance, quality, suppliers, contractors, and leadershipTechnical Skills(Required)* Project execution fundamentals: scope, schedule, cost, risk, actions, owners, due dates, escalation, and closure* Manufacturing process understanding and ability to learn equipment/process details directly from the floor* Mechanical systems, industrial equipment, fixtures, layouts, utilities, or process equipment experience* Ability to read drawings, specifications, test data, process data, supplier documents, and convert them into action* Supplier, contractor, maintenance, and cross-functional coordination* Clear technical communication and practical documentation(Desired)* Heat treat equipment, steel, metallurgy, casting, forging, surface treatment, quench systems, or industrial process equipment experienceSoft Skills(Required)* High ownership: drives work to completion without needing constant direction* Professional persistence: follows up through calls, in-person discussions, escalation, and alternate paths when email is not enough* Strong interpersonal skills: can build credibility with operators, technicians, maintenance, engineers, suppliers, and leaders* Practical judgment: understands that manufacturing work requires real-world tradeoffs, urgency, and direct problem solving* Clear communication: explains status, risks, decisions, and next steps without hiding behind vague updates* Curiosity and humility: asks good questions, learns from people closest to the work, and verifies assumptions in the actual processBelcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, colour, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.