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ATI Richland Operations is seeking a Process Engineer to join our Technology team! ATI’s Richland, WA location is critical to many end-markets, including Aerospace and Defense. Our materials enable our customers — and in some cases our customers’ customers — to do amazing things, from operating jet engines at 2800 degrees to equipping our nation's defense, to safely and efficiently transporting highly corrosive liquids and exhaust streams to enabling life-changing medical insights. We strive to be a flawless performer, earning the first call when there are opportunities to expand our share. The successful candidate will be responsible for optimizing melting operations, improving process efficiency, ensuring metallurgical quality, and supporting safe, cost-effective production. The role requires a solid understanding of high-temperature metallurgy, vacuum melting technologies (e.g., VAR, EB) and titanium material behavior.
Job Responsibility:
Develop, monitor, and optimize titanium melting processes, including vacuum arc remelting (VAR) and electron beam (EB)
Analyze process parameters and product quality data to identify trends, troubleshoot issues, and implement corrective actions
Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and quality teams to ensure safe, efficient, and consistent production
Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on yield improvement, energy efficiency, and cost reduction
Create and maintain process documentation, SOPs, and technical reports
Ensure all processes comply with internal quality standards and applicable industry regulations (e.g., AS9100)
Lead root cause analyses for process deviations or nonconformances
Evaluate and integrate new technologies and equipment to enhance process capabilities
Provide technical training and guidance to production staff and operators
Participate in capital projects, including equipment commissioning and process validation
Requirements:
B.S. in Metallurgical, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering or other relevant engineering discipline
3 years of experience in a high-temperature metal processing environment (preferably titanium or reactive metals)
Understanding of melting operations, especially in vacuum environments
Experience with data analysis, process modeling, or statistical process control
Ability to travel as needed to support other ATI operations
Nice to have:
Experience in VAR, EB melting, or other specialty melting technologies
Knowledge of lean manufacturing
Familiarity with aerospace or medical-grade quality standards
Hands on experience with root cause analysis tools
What we offer:
A top 401K plan, including company match
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, short and long-term disability, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Programs
15 days of paid vacation time, along with 12 paid holidays
Performance bonus
Optional employee paid programs such as Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, and Pet Insurance