Founded in 1914, Danieli is a world leader in the construction of plants and machines for the steel industry. The company has over twenty-five divisions and is renowned for innovation, team spirit, excellence and reliability.
We are currently reinforcing our Danieli Wean United Team and we are looking for a Process Technologist - Senior to join the HQ Process Engineering Office. The role involves further developing our process models, working in close collaboration with the automation team, and supporting the engineering and commissioning phases of new steel production plants. We are seeking for people with strong background in physics and automation, a strong focus on innovation, and the motivation to continuously develop their skills and potential.
The tasks and responsibilities shall be considered within the perimeter of the hot rolling technology for the flat steel production, whether of hot rolled coils or hot rolled plates, and shall focus on:
- Data analysis: analyzing and optimizing the process parameters, ensuring the full and effective operation of Level 1 and Level 2 automation systems;
- Modeling: using and further develop process simulations and mathematical models, meant for on-line control systems, as well as off-line calculations for sizing plants during the Sales stage;
- Process guidelines: prepare and review process descriptions and required documentation to support the design stage of mechanical, electrical and automation departments, including process control logics, models and operating guidelines;
- Commissioning site: act as the key interface between Process Engineering and Level 1 / Level 2 automation teams during cold tests, hot commissioning, trial rolling, and ramp‑up phases; define process rules to be implemented in the automation system, troubleshoot process-related issues identifying root causes in relation to process, automation logics, or model deviations, and implementing corrective actions jointly with L1/L2 specialists; monitor performances;
- Performance guarantee tests: lead the performance guarantee testing, both remotely and on site; coordinate and technically guide the team of process and automation specialists, ensuring alignment on commissioning priorities, critical process‑automation interfaces, operational safety, and performance targets;
- Post-commissioning tasks: collect and analyze operational data from running plants, validate and reconcile process and automation parameters, and keep track of lessons learnt;
- R&D: Benchmark alternative technologies based on operational and automation performances, identifying improvements and developments in process control, model‑based automation; propose patents to protect Danieli proprietary solutions.
- Degree in engineering/technical field (e.g. metallurgy, materials, mechanics);
- At least 5 years of experience in the steel industry;
- At least 3 years of experience in steel processing studies, process simulation and project development;
- Knowledge of the main mechanical processes;
- Excellent knowledge of English;
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel;
- Proficient in working with databases;
- Proficient with C, C++, Python, or other programming language used to develop models;
- Experience with FEM (Abaqus) is desirable.
- Versatility and results-oriented;
- Organization and coordination skills;
- Availability for international business trips and long staying at commissioning sites;
- Passion for making steel and for giving life and optimization of steel making plants.
Over the course of its long history Danieli Wean United has developed a thorough knowledge together with a well-earned experience in the downstream processing of the hot/cold rolled steel and strip processing lines.
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The company applies the National Collective Agreement for the Metalworking Industry. The gross annual salary for this position starts from € 70.000,00 and will be defined based on objective and neutral criteria, such as professional experience, skills, and the level of autonomy required by the role.
