Lead Technical Engineer

SMS group is looking for a Lead Technical Engineer for our Center of Excellence "Long Products".

The Lead Technical Engineer will act as the primary technical reference for a specific type of steel plant, supporting projects from the pre-sales phase through to the completion of commissioning.

The role focuses on providing high-level technical expertise, both internally and directly to customers, ensuring optimal solutions and consistent technical standards.

Task and Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support during the pre-sales phase, including customer requirements analysis, solution definition, and preparation of technical sales documentation.
• Collaborate with the Engineering department to define specifications, layouts, and plant solutions.
• Offer internal technical consultancy to design, manufacturing, supply chain, and commissioning teams.
• Serve as the main technical point of contact for the customer throughout project execution, addressing technical queries and clarifications.
• Collect technical feedback from projects to improve future standards and solutions.
• Contribute to the standardization of similar plants to optimize design time and costs.
• Lead the commissioning on field of the specific equipment under his responsibility

Main Skills

• Strong Leadership, communication and team management abilities
• In-depth knowledge of production processes and technologies in the steel industry, with specific expertise in the operation of plants to produce long products (Bars and wire rod).
• Previous experience in managing complex products
• Goal oriented mindset, with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage change effectively
• Intermediate to advanced mechanical knowledge
• Basic knowledge of electrical engineering
• Excellent command of the English language (Written and spoken)

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Metallurgical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of technical-industrial experience, preferably in the steel industry.
• In-depth knowledge of steel plant processes and equipment.
• Ability to communicate complex technical matters to international customers.
• Willingness to travel internationally
• Work on construction site worldwide for the duration of the commissioning of the equipment under his responsibility.

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