EAF Engineer

Role Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain Electric Arc Furnace work specifications based on material standards, manufacturing specifications, and approved melting procedures.
• Plan and manage raw materials, scrap, alloying elements, fluxes, consumables, electrodes, and tools required for EAF operations.
• Monitor and control EAF operating parameters including charging practices, power input, arc stability, oxygen and carbon injection, slag practice, melting temperature, tapping conditions, and melt chemistry.
• Coordinate with the Maintenance Department for preventive maintenance, inspection, calibration, and timely repair of EAF equipment and auxiliary systems.
• Optimise furnace performance by improving melting efficiency, reducing power consumption, minimising electrode and refractory consumption, maximising metal yield, and reducing tap-to-tap time.
• Ensure compliance with API Spec Q1, API 20A, API 20B, ISO 9001:2015, and applicable customer quality requirements.
• Monitor electricity consumption, electrode usage, raw material consumption, and other production costs to improve operational efficiency.
• Investigate process abnormalities, analyse melting defects, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Maintain accurate production records and analyse operational performance using ERP and MES systems.
• Coordinate with Production, Quality, Raw Material, Refractory, and Maintenance teams to ensure uninterrupted and efficient EAF operations.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and housekeeping requirements throughout EAF operations.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 3-5 years of experience in Electric Arc Furnace operations within the steel or foundry industry.
• Hands-on experience in melting, refining, furnace operation, and troubleshooting.

Technical Competencies

• Knowledge of EAF operation, arc control, electrode regulation, and melting practices.
• Understanding of scrap charging, slag practice, oxygen and carbon injection, temperature control, and steel chemistry.
• Knowledge of refractory performance, energy optimisation, yield improvement, and cost control.
• Familiarity with API Spec Q1, API 20A, API 20B, and ISO 9001 quality management requirements.
• Knowledge of safety, environmental, and emission control requirements for EAF operations.
• Ability to optimise EAF performance, melting efficiency, and production output.
• Experience in troubleshooting process issues and implementing corrective actions.
• Proficiency in ERP, MES, and production data analysis systems.
• Familiarity with PLC and automation systems is an advantage.

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills.
• Process optimisation and KPI monitoring abilities.
• Good communication and coordination with Maintenance, Raw Materials, Quality, and Production teams.
• Strong reporting and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively under production schedules and high-pressure operating conditions.