Process Engineer – Steel and Ironmaking

Randstad is partnering with a leading steel and ironmaking company in the Halton region to find an experienced Process Engineer. In this role, you will be responsible for optimizing the operations of Electric Arc Furnace (EAF), Basic Oxygen Furnace (BOF), Blast Furnace Tuyeres, and casting technologies, ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety across production processes. Additionally, you will interact with customers to ensure their requirements are met and provide technical support for auxiliary steelmaking processes Advantages Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Vision care Wellness program Responsibilities Lead the optimization of EAF and BOF operations to improve metal production and product quality. Oversee the performance of blast furnace tuyeres, ensuring efficient oxygen injection and heat distribution. Improve centrifugal and sand casting processes, focusing on reducing defects and maximizing yield. Troubleshoot and resolve issues across EAF, BOF, casting, and blast furnace systems. Ensure product quality meets customer specifications and provide technical support to customers as needed. Work with customers to understand their requirements and adjust processes to meet those needs. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime, enhance yield, and improve process reliability. Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements. Prepare and maintain process documentation, reports, and KPIs for management. Provide training and technical support to operators and maintenance teams. Work with auxiliary steelmaking technologies and support operations to integrate additional steelmaking processes. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering (or related field). 5+ years of experience in steel or ironmaking, with knowledge of EAF, BOF, blast furnace tuyeres, and casting technologies. Strong problem-solving and process optimization skills. Experience working with customers and understanding their technical requirements in a steelmaking context. Familiarity with auxiliary steelmaking processes, such as secondary refining, ladle metallurgy, and other post-furnace treatments. Knowledge of industry safety standards and regulatory compliance. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work within cross-functional teams. Summary Qualified candidates may apply online, and in confidence, directly to Mina Khalil at mina.khalil@randstad.ca Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community. Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.