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This is a field-based role with significant travel to customer sites across the Americas. Combination of on-site, office, and remote work depending on project phase. Do you have a strong foundation in industrial process engineering combined with a passion for digital technologies, software applications, and data analytics?
As a Process Engineer & Digital Application Engineer, you will serve as a technical field expert , supporting customers throughout the lifecycle of SMS Electric & Automation and Digital products, from post-project commissioning through long-term optimization and upgrades.
You will work at the intersection of process models, automation systems, digital applications, and AI/ML-driven analytics , contributing directly to improved performance, availability, and sustainability of customer operations.
This is a field-based role with significant travel to customer sites across the Americas. Combination of on-site, office, and remote work depending on project phase. Do you have a strong foundation in industrial process engineering combined with a passion for digital technologies, software applications, and data analytics?
As a Process Engineer & Digital Application Engineer, you will serve as a technical field expert , supporting customers throughout the lifecycle of SMS Electric & Automation and Digital products, from post-project commissioning through long-term optimization and upgrades.
You will work at the intersection of process models, automation systems, digital applications, and AI/ML-driven analytics , contributing directly to improved performance, availability, and sustainability of customer operations.
At SMS group, our people are our greatest asset. We offer an entrepreneurial environment that promotes a culture of innovation, growth, and inclusion. We offer company events, activities, and opportunities to participate in charitable initiatives that benefit the communities where we are located.
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Support post-project commissioning activities for Electric & Automation and Digital systems.
Perform process model tuning, validation, and optimization for Hot Strip Mill operations.
Execute on-site troubleshooting of process, automation, and digital application issues.
Support Hot Strip Mill Health Checks and performance audits.
Support digital, electrical, and automation modernization projects.
Assist in implementing upgrades, retrofits, and new digital functionalities at customer sites.
Ensure smooth transition from commissioning to long-term service and support contracts.
Provide technical support during sales, proposals, and customer workshops.
Translate operational challenges into process and digital solution recommendations.
Support customer training and knowledge transfer for digital and automation systems.
Work closely with: Process Technology teams Digital & Software Engineering Electric & Automation service teams
Process Technology teams
Digital & Software Engineering
Electric & Automation service teams
Support continuous improvement of service tools, documentation, and best practices.
Contribute feedback from the field to product development and R&D teams
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in: Process Engineering Electrical Engineering Automation Engineering Computer Science Data Science or a related technical discipline
Process Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Automation Engineering
Computer Science
Data Science or a related technical discipline
2–5+ years of experience in: Industrial process engineering, automation, or digital applications Steel or metals industry experience is a strong advantage
Industrial process engineering, automation, or digital applications
Steel or metals industry experience is a strong advantage
Experience with: Industrial automation systems Process models Data analytics or software applications is highly desirable
Industrial automation systems
Process models
Data analytics or software applications is highly desirable
SMS group is the leading partner in the world of metals. We are an original equipment supplier offering comprehensive maintenance and spare part services for metals production, continuous casting and rolling (flat and long products), tubes, welded pipes, forging, non-ferrous technology, and heat treatment plants - all from a single source.
SMS group Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, gender identity or other categories protected by law. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen and physical capacity profile test.
Builds metallurgical plants and machinery for metals industries.
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