Metallurgical & Mechanical Systems- Process Engineer

Diversified Services Network, Inc.•Peoria, IL

About The Position

Diversified Services Network, Inc. (DSN) is seeking a full-time Process Control Engineer to join our team in Peoria, IL! We offer full benefits, PTO, 401k, and more! If you're looking to grow your technical career within an extremely reputable, stable Fortune 500 company - let's talk! JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: · Lead and execute engineering projects from concept through commissioning and handover · Develop project scope, schedules, budgets, and risk mitigation plans · Coordinate with operations, quality, maintenance, and suppliers to ensure successful delivery · Support capital project installation, modification, and startup activities · Apply metallurgical principles related to steel, cast iron, alloys, heat treatment, and forming processes · Support material selection, process qualification, and metallurgical validation · Perform or coordinate metallurgical analysis (microstructure, hardness, mechanical testing, failure analysis) · Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for material or process issues · Support mechanical system design including piping, fluid systems, quench systems, fixtures, and equipment layouts · Review mechanical drawings, specifications, and calculations · Interface with controls, electrical, and automation teams for integrated solutions · Evaluate equipment capability, reliability, and safety · Provide technical support during production trials, troubleshooting, and ramp‑up · Ensure designs and processes meet safety, quality, and regulatory requirements · Develop and review technical documentation, standards, and work instructions · Act as the technical point of contact for assigned projects · Communicate clearly with cross‑functional teams and leadership · Manage external suppliers, contractors, and engineering service providers

Requirements

Project management fundamentals (scope, schedule, cost, risk) and ability to manage multiple projects/priorities simultaneously
Metallurgical analysis, materials behavior, and mechanical systems design/evaluation
Understanding of manufacturing processes and industrial equipment
Supplier and contractor coordination
Clear technical communication and documentation
Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline
5+ Years of experience
Experience in manufacturing, heavy industry, or industrial equipment environments
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Nice To Haves

Experience with heat treat, steel, forging, casting, or surface treatment processes
Experience supporting capital equipment projects or plant installations
Familiarity with mechanical design tools (AutoCAD, Creo, or similar)
Experience working in cross‑functional, operations‑focused environments
Understanding of quality systems, validation, and continuous improvement
Clear technical communication
Structured problem solving
Cross‑functional collaboration
Prioritization and time management
Ownership and accountability

Responsibilities

Lead and execute engineering projects from concept through commissioning and handover
Develop project scope, schedules, budgets, and risk mitigation plans
Coordinate with operations, quality, maintenance, and suppliers to ensure successful delivery
Support capital project installation, modification, and startup activities
Apply metallurgical principles related to steel, cast iron, alloys, heat treatment, and forming processes
Support material selection, process qualification, and metallurgical validation
Perform or coordinate metallurgical analysis (microstructure, hardness, mechanical testing, failure analysis)
Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for material or process issues
Support mechanical system design including piping, fluid systems, quench systems, fixtures, and equipment layouts
Review mechanical drawings, specifications, and calculations
Interface with controls, electrical, and automation teams for integrated solutions
Evaluate equipment capability, reliability, and safety
Provide technical support during production trials, troubleshooting, and ramp‑up
Ensure designs and processes meet safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
Develop and review technical documentation, standards, and work instructions
Act as the technical point of contact for assigned projects
Communicate clearly with cross‑functional teams and leadership
Manage external suppliers, contractors, and engineering service providers