Product Engineer
Apply NowCompany: Opta Group LLC
Location: Burlington, ON L7L 0A1
Description:
ABOUT OPTA
From our roots providing sand to local foundries in the 1880's, Opta has grown to an international group of companies committed to delivering optimal results for our customers. Opta's purpose is to be the leading supplier of performance solutions for metallurgical, value-added glass, and specialty chemical applications. We strive to be the leading provider of innovative steelmaking reagents, slag conditioners, and metal remediation materials consumed in the North American and European markets. We aim to be the market leader in steelmaking products through an unwavering focus on supporting our customers' needs. We measure our success by our presence in a majority of steel mills throughout the world. Our vision is to expand our geographic reach and broaden into adjacent industries such as aluminum, copper, concrete, and glass.
OPTA CORE VALUES
Accountability and Integrity in everything we do
POSITION SUMMARY
The Product Engineer will report directly to the VP Strategy, R&D and will be responsible for providing product category life cycle, design, development and technical support primarily to the sales team and customers. This position will also be expected to provide guidance to and support the production plants and overall quality control system. The successful candidate will be a results-driven, dedicated, motivated problem solver with excellent leadership, team building, organization, time management, and decision-making skills.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Opta offers a diverse compensation and benefit package that includes the following:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Opta Inc., an Opta Group Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, we will work with you to meet your needs.
From our roots providing sand to local foundries in the 1880's, Opta has grown to an international group of companies committed to delivering optimal results for our customers. Opta's purpose is to be the leading supplier of performance solutions for metallurgical, value-added glass, and specialty chemical applications. We strive to be the leading provider of innovative steelmaking reagents, slag conditioners, and metal remediation materials consumed in the North American and European markets. We aim to be the market leader in steelmaking products through an unwavering focus on supporting our customers' needs. We measure our success by our presence in a majority of steel mills throughout the world. Our vision is to expand our geographic reach and broaden into adjacent industries such as aluminum, copper, concrete, and glass.
OPTA CORE VALUES
Accountability and Integrity in everything we do
- PEOPLE: We will invest in our people with promoting Diversity and Inclusion for the success of our organization
- CUSTOMERS: Committed to our customers to deliver Consistent Quality products, Solutions and Service
- SAFETY: Providing employees a Safe environment in which to thrive
- INNOVATION: Deliver outstanding performance through Continuous Improvement and Creativity
- SUSTAINABILITY: Enhancing Sustainability by respecting and protecting the Environment in the communication where we live and work
POSITION SUMMARY
The Product Engineer will report directly to the VP Strategy, R&D and will be responsible for providing product category life cycle, design, development and technical support primarily to the sales team and customers. This position will also be expected to provide guidance to and support the production plants and overall quality control system. The successful candidate will be a results-driven, dedicated, motivated problem solver with excellent leadership, team building, organization, time management, and decision-making skills.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversee and help solve technical issues or concerns with existing products at production plants and customer sites with the available team(s) as required.
- Design, develop and implement new products including creating new TDS, item number, BOM and testing relevant metallurgical properties. Training provided to team members as required.
- Utilize market research, commercial feedback, and product knowledge to justify & recommend product formulae to meet or exceed customer expectations (Product Quality Assurance).
- Develop and review manufacturing techniques/processes to ensure proper application of raw materials.
- Assist Sales with RFQ system (for Product Development Process).
- Develop & provide product design/application training to applicable teams when needed.
- Update sales & plant production teams proactively & regularly on status of customer requirements to ensure accurate flow of information.
- Communicate with internal departments as needed; Sales, Quality, Operations, Technical, Purchasing, Finance, Health and Safety, IT
- Travel to various locations within the company's commercial footprint to support production processes, observe applications and conduct trials at customer plants.
- Provide and present periodic customer process reports at customer locations.
- Analyze performance data & feedback from trials, evaluate mode of failure, and improve products accordingly to meet customer needs and create new product categories.
- Directs new product testing and suggests improved product design processes.
- Other duties as assigned.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelors or Master's degree in Chemical, Metallurgical or Materials Science Engineering
- Minimum 5 years' experience in similar role or educational equivalent
- Experience working within steel industry an asset
- Proficient in using Microsoft excel
- Experience using Python an asset
- Direct molten steel experience and/or experience designing slags is required
- Strong computer literacy skills required
- Must be eligible to apply for TN Visa for travel to the US.
Opta offers a diverse compensation and benefit package that includes the following:
- Extended Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Benefits
- Healthcare Spending Account
- Life, AD&D, and Dependent Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Professional Development
- Paid Time Off
- RRSP Match
- Competitive Compensation program
- On Demand Pay (Dayforce Wallet)
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Opta Inc., an Opta Group Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, we will work with you to meet your needs.