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Wagstaff Inc lists this Metallurgical Engineer 1 TS opportunity in spokane valley, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Wagstaff
Description: Wagstaff manufactures equipment for aluminum producers, who process formed aluminum into parts and products you use every day.
Pay: $75,000 - $90,000 per year
As an employee of Wagstaff, you’ll enjoy:
Paid non-working holidays
Monthly, site-wide BBQs
Up to 8% retirement contribution
Annual bonus program
1200 Sqft onsite gym, accessible 24/hrs a day
Family-friendly, company-wide events
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Job Summary
Apply engineering knowledge to the unique set of technical circumstances at each customer location, including but not limited to evaluating customer sites, and reading, analyzing and interpreting data to develop recommendations for optimal utilization of Wagstaff supplied equipment. Substantial and extended international and domestic travel is required.
Primary Job Responsibilities
Oversee and/or perform pre-sales technical site evaluations, installations and start-ups of Wagstaff supplied equipment, and troubleshooting of Wagstaff supplied equipment
Provide advice, guidance and training to customers and Technical Service department personnel regarding the installation and operation of Wagstaff equipment and optimization of cast house operations unique to each installation
Read, analyze and interpret molten metal quality data, and develop recommendations and/or adjustments based on that reading, analysis and interpretation to improve and optimize casting equipment and processes unique to each cast house
Oversee and manage the installation of Wagstaff equipment at customers’ sites ensuring that site meets specifications and that equipment will operate efficiently and with maximum effectiveness
Perform post-installation courtesy visits to review casting processes and advise customers regarding Wagstaff supplied equipment performance to achieve improved quality and yields
Become a subject matter expert on at least one Wagstaff Casting Systems and the DC casting process i.e. Billet or ingot
Domestic and international travel required depending upon customer and company business needs
Draft and/or review technical papers for publication or presentation at industry conferences
Participate in research activities related to aluminum casting technologies
Abide by company policies
Assist in drafting and/or reviewing technical bulletins, procedures and manuals
In order to achieve business objectives, work weeks in excess of 40 hours may be required
Other duties as assigned
Requirements: Bachelor of Science degree in Metallurgical Engineering or Materials Science, or equivalent experience required
General Characteristics
Acquires basic knowledge and develops skills in a specific practice area
Applies prescribed and/or standard techniques and procedures in accordance with established criteria to perform assigned tasks
Exercises limited judgment on details of work and in application of standard methods for conventional work
Acquires an understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities
Technical Responsibilities
Runs a complete project or process of standard complexity
Performs standard computations or analysis Exercises basic knowledge in Wagstaff Casting Systems and the DC casting process
Leadership Skills
Assign tasks to and coordinate work with designers. Coordinate with other departments as necessary
Direction Received
Receives close supervision on unusual or difficult problems, and general review of all aspects of work
Must work independently, without supervision, exercising discretion and independent judgment of standard products or projects
Communication Skills
Academic oral and technical writing skills
Attends project meetings and presents specific aspects of engineering assignment. May occasionally lead the meetings
Working Environment
While performing the duties of this job on Wagstaff premises, work is performed primarily in an adequately lit, well ventilated, climate controlled general office environment. Close computer work is regularly required. The work usually involves minimal physical exertion. The noise level in the general office environment is usually moderate.
This job may require occasional or more frequent interaction with employees on the manufacturing shop floor. While on the shop floor, the employee may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risks of moving equipment and parts, and other risks associated with a manufacturing environment. Because of this environment and associated risks, coordination with shop floor managers/employees may be necessary before entering the shop floor, and use of job appropriate personal protective equipment and clothing is required on the shop floor. The noise level on the shop floor is often loud.
This job may also require occasional or more frequent travel to and work at customer sites. While at customer sites, the employee may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risks of moving equipment and parts, and other risks associated with a construction and/or manufacturing environment. Because of this environment and associated risks, coordination with customer managers/employees may be necessary before entering the customer site, and use of job appropriate personal protective equipment and clothing is required at customer sites. The noise level at customer sites is often loud.
Employment at Wagstaff is dependent on successfully passing a company-paid drug screening and background check upon hire. Benefits eligibility is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable policies, plans and programs of Wagstaff.
Wagstaff is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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Compensation details: Yearly Salary
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Worksite address
spokane valley, WA, 99206, US
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