Program Manager, Plates at RPS North America

Portland, Oregon, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Steel Manufacturing, MetalsIndustries

Requirements

Minimum MS in Metallurgy or Mechanical Engineering with strong background in steel plate and coil manufacturing (PhD preferred)
Minimum 8 years (12 years for MS) of previous experience in steel products and process development
5+ years of experience in managing technical teams
Experience in mechanical and plate specific testing (e.g., tensile, Charpy, DWTT, dynamic tear, ballistic and explosive testing) and microstructure characterization
Experience in working with customers on product qualification
Experience in developing external research partnerships and collaborations
Advanced knowledge of steelmaking, hot rolling, forming, welding and heat treatment
Knowledge of plate product standards and specifications
Project management, leadership, and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to foster a collaborative team environment with cross-functional teams
Effective communication skills with experience in presenting to customers
Proven ability to work independently and execute multiple projects in a timely manner
All applicants must be eligible to work in the USA

Responsibilities

Develop and manage all product and process development and improvement projects within the plate R&D program
Plan and manage mill trials and communicate technical results to customers
Provide key technical support to the Commercial Team to help retain existing business, respond to customer inquiries and identify and develop new business opportunities
Work with the operation and quality and process technology teams to identify systemic technical issues and develop research projects to address those challenges
Collaborate with the internal and external steelmaking teams to address any slab/ingot quality issues and develop R&D projects as needed
Provide technical oversight to the project leaders working on plate R&D projects
Organize/lead the Program meetings with internal stakeholders
Develop and maintain research partnerships and collaborations with external organizations including industry, academia and other government and non-government research laboratories
Perform other duties as they might be assigned
Travel up to 10%

Skills

Project Management

R&D Management

Product Development

Process Improvement

Mill Trials

Steelmaking

Technical Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Quality Control

Customer Support

RPS North America

Global consulting firm for diverse sectors

About RPS North America

RPS North America provides consulting and advisory services across various sectors, including property, energy, transport, defense, government services, and water resources. The company helps clients, which range from large corporations to non-profits, navigate complex challenges and achieve regulatory compliance through a wide array of services. These services include management consulting, environmental consulting, project management, and digital solutions, among others. RPS North America stands out from its competitors by leveraging its deep expertise and global presence to deliver tailored solutions that meet specific client needs. The company's goal is to drive sustainable growth and address critical issues such as infrastructure development and risk management, ensuring a consistent demand for its high-value services.

Delft, NetherlandsHeadquarters

1970Year Founded

$31.5KTotal Funding

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Consulting, Energy, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

5,001-10,000Employees