District Technical Sales Manager

Nucor•Houston, TX

1d•Remote

About The Position

Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve. This specific job is for the Oil and Gas market technical service in both the Texas/Oklahoma markets as well as Canada. Supporting Sales and providing technical assistance in this market is the main function of the job.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a metallurgical, technical service, or customer facing technical role.
Candidates must have valid authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

5+ years of steel product experience, preferably within the SBQ industry.
Experience supporting OEM customers, including material selection, specifications, and new product development.
Familiarity with PPAPs, customer audits, and qualifications of new products.

Responsibilities

Provide timely technical and metallurgical support for customer RFQs, complaints, and inquiries.
Partner with customer technical teams to support new product development and evaluate product performance.
Build strong relationships with OEM technical personnel responsible for material selection and specifications, enabling early involvement in new designs and prototypes.
Collaborate with mill operations and metallurgical teams to resolve customer issues, serving as the technical lead on major claims and on-site support as needed.
Support new product qualifications, including PPAPs, in coordination with Product Metallurgists and production teams.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives based on customer feedback, quality data, productivity goals, and cost targets.
Strengthen customer relationships through technical service activities that support Nucor’s Commercial Excellence.
Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.