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Join the Charter Steel Commercial team as a Technical Services Engineer
Alternative job titles : Customer Technical Services, Technical Sales Engineer, Technical Services Representative
Charter Steel is a leading American supplier of carbon and alloy steel bar, rod and wire products, and the largest steel coil processor in North America. As a fully integrated steelmaker with locations in Ohio and Wisconsin, Charter Steel offers a full range of grade and size coiled products and vast technical service experience. Charter Steel is a member of the Charter Manufacturing family of companies.
Job Summary
Collaborate with customers to align metallurgical specifications and performance criteria with Charter's advanced steelmaking capabilities across diverse industrial applications. Interface cross-functionally with Engineering, Sales, and Operations to optimize process parameters, troubleshoot production constraints, and ensure metallurgical integrity through applied materials science. Spearhead innovation by leading new product development initiatives, leveraging thermomechanical processing, alloy design, and failure analysis expertise.
Position Specifics
- Location : Remote-based in US Midwest states OH, MI, WI or IN
- Travel Expectations : 50% domestic travel to US customers
- Required Expertise : Cold Forming / Cold Heading
- Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Charter Manufacturing is unable to sponsor for employment visas at this time
Key Responsibilities
Manage customer claims and address field concernsInterpret specifications to recommend suitable Charter productsAssess feasibility of customer requirements and manage expectationsRecommend process improvements for both customer and internal manufacturingDevelop strong technical relationships to resolve issues collaborativelyCross-Functional Collaboration
Resource / Subject Matter expert for cold-heading and cold-formingAct as a technical resource for Inside and Outside SalesCoordinate technical meetings between customers and internal teamsCommunicate significant technical issues across all business levelsLeverage internal technical resources to meet customer needsInnovation & Industry Engagement
Lead or support New Product Development initiatives with customersInfluence and suggest enhancements to customer processesParticipate in industry and association events to promote Charter's productsCompliance & Job Requirements
Follow Environmental, Quality, and Safety Management System proceduresMeet essential job requirements with or without reasonable accommodationWhat You Will Need
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field2+ years of customer-facing technical experience5+ years in manufacturing including cold-heading / cold-formingStrong grasp of steel manufacturing processes and specificationsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to interpret and evaluate customer technical requirementsSkilled in influencing and coaching across teams to drive resultsComfortable with up to 50% travelNice to Have
Master's Degree in Business Administration, Physical Sciences, Engineering, or related advanced degreeExperience in a related market as a customer or a supplier of steel productsExperience in strategic planningExperience managing within a highly documented manufacturing quality systemSupervisory or managerial experience in a technical disciplineExperience with QS9000, ISO9000, and / or TS16949 quality systemsTake the next step in your career and apply today.
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