Engineering Technician - United States Steel Corporation

Job Description

U. S. Steel is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace culture and celebrate the diversity of our employees.

JOB PURPOSE/ JOB SUMMARY
This position is focused on the tasks associated with steelmaking and casting for the evaluation of steels under development for the automotive, tubular, and appliance markets. This individual will have responsibility for preparing sample material, performing various test procedures, and communicating data and results to the research engineering staff. Additional tasks may include: routine maintenance of laboratory test equipment, support to the product testing area, operation of mobile and sample handling equipment, and field work. Above all, the individual is expected to be able perform any and all tasks safely in an industrial laboratory environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performing steelmaking and casting related testing and analysis using various equipment, such as ASCAT, Bruker M4 Tornado XRF, DSC, Dilatometer, CSLM, CLM, LECO, and OES.
• Sample preparation, such as cutting, machining, cleaning, and polishing.
• Safe operation of sample handling and mobile equipment including, but not limited to: overhead electric cranes, forklifts, and road vehicles.
• Operation of power tools, such as saws, grinders, and sanders.
• Operation of computer controlled test equipment.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite applications and computer use.
• Perform routine maintenance on furnaces and other lab equipment.

EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong mechanical and/or electrical control aptitude and laboratory testing skill sets, including familiarity with the operation of basic machining equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as with a team, as needed to complete assigned tasks.
• Focus on safety and environmental performance in laboratory and manufacturing environments.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/ PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Work areas include office areas, high bay areas, and laboratory environments at Research Munhall; commercial steel production facilities as required.
• High temperature manufacturing environments and exposure/handling of molten metal.
• Must be able to comply with applicable safety requirements for both laboratory and manufacturing environments and with all corporate and plant safety training, regulations and policies.
• Must be capable of moving and lifting materials and tools as required for safe completion of job tasks.
  

Competency Summary

At U. S. Steel all employees are expected to display the following core competencies every day to advance corporate, team and individual goals:

Think: Think Critically and Drive Change
Lead: Develop Talent and Collaborate
Do: Empower Performance and Deliver Results

Company Overview

Since 1901, U. S. Steel has been a recognized leader in steel production. Today, as the first North American steel company to have declared a 2050 net-zero greenhouse gas emissions goal, we remain as innovative as ever, leading transformation across our industry while continuing to make products for everyday life - from industries as far ranging as automotive, construction, containers and packaging, appliances, and energy.

We show pride in our communities with community partnerships, corporate charitable contributions, company-sponsored employee volunteer initiatives, leadership training, and much more. And of course, we have a steadfast commitment to safety first in our workplaces and respect for our employees, who are United by Steel.

We are honored to have earned accolades and awards from well-regarded organizations, including the following:

• Newsweek’s Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces® 2021, ’22, ‘23
• Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Equality 100 Award 2020, ’21,’22, ‘23
• Disability:IN’s Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion 2021, ’22, ‘23
• Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies® 2022, ‘23
• Military Times’ Best for Vets: Employers 2023
• Mansfield Certification for progressing Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion in Legal Department: 2023

Conducting business with integrity and with the highest ethical values has underpinned U. S. Steel’s success for over 100 years, and it remains critical to our company’s success in the future. U. S. Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) according to job qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, genetics, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity, disability status or status as a protected Veteran or any other legally protected group status. (California residents may visit www.ussteel.com/CANotice regarding collection of personal information and U. S. Steel's privacy practices.)