Research Engineer
At a glance
Mid-level AI Research role at Lincoln Electric. Chennai.
Pay not stated Research Engineer salary
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What you'll do
- Keep the flux plant running across mixing, agglomeration, drying, kiln processing and product finishing
- Investigate process problems and production variation, then put corrective steps in place
- Run pilot and commercial production trials with R&D for new and existing flux formulations
- Track operating conditions and production data to find gains in quality, output, yield and cost
- Develop operating procedures and process records, and contribute to plant improvement work
What you bring
- A bachelor's or master's degree in a listed engineering or materials discipline, or a related field
- Up to five years of work in manufacturing or a process industry such as cement, minerals or ceramics
- You understand plant equipment and operations, can troubleshoot processes and solve production-floor problems
Who this fits
This early-career role suits an engineer who wants hands-on plant work and close collaboration with production teams. Welding, welding consumables or metallurgical manufacturing experience is a plus, but not required. The position is based in Chennai.
From the employer
Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric’s innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential ‘Linc’ that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company’s website at https://www.lincolnelectric.com.
Location: Chennai
Req ID: 30162
Job Responsibilities
We are seeking an early-career engineer to support the day-to-day operation, process improvement, and industrialization activities within our welding flux manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will bring practical experience from a process industry such as cement, minerals, ceramics, chemicals, or related manufacturing environments. A background in welding, welding consumables, or metallurgical processes is highly desirable. This role is suited for someone who enjoys being on the plant floor, solving operational challenges, and working closely with production teams to improve process performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Support daily operation of the flux manufacturing facility, including mixing, agglomeration, drying, kiln processing, and product finishing activities.
- Troubleshoot process issues, investigate production variability, and implement corrective actions to improve plant performance.
- Work closely with R&D teams to execute pilot and commercial manufacturing trials for new and existing flux formulations.
- Monitor process parameters, analyze production data, and identify opportunities to improve quality, productivity, yield, and cost.
- Assist in developing standard operating procedures, process documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives across the plant.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Ceramic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- 0 to 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or process industry environment such as cement, minerals processing, ceramics, chemicals, refractories, or welding consumables.
- Familiarity with process equipment, plant operations, process troubleshooting, and industrial manufacturing practices.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work directly on plant-floor challenges.
- Experience with welding processes, welding consumables, or metallurgical manufacturing is preferred but not required.
Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.