Product Development Metallurgist
Date: Mar 25, 2026
Location: Brandenburg, KY, US, 40108
Company: Nucor
Job Details
Division: Nucor Steel Brandenburg
Location: Brandenburg, KY, United States
Other Available Locations: N/A
Deadline: April 14, 2026
Located on the banks of the Ohio River, Nucor Steel Brandenburg is a state-of-the-art plate mill, part of North America’s largest steel and steel products manufacturer, and the continent’s largest recycler. Since beginning operations in 2022, our Brandenburg mill has been producing world-class plate steel using innovative and sustainable technology.
At Brandenburg, we combine Nucor’s nationwide strength and stability with the close-knit culture of a growing team. Safety is our highest priority, and our culture of teamwork and accountability empowers every teammate to contribute, innovate, and succeed. We take pride in not only building steel, but also building strong communities and lasting careers.
Nucor Steel Brandenburg teammates enjoy industry-leading pay, a performance-driven bonus structure, and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) and Roth retirement plans with profit sharing
• Nucor stock investment program
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities
• Paid parental leave
• And more
Come build your career with us at Brandenburg — where opportunity, innovation, and community come together.
Basic Job Functions:
Nucor Steel Brandenburg is seeking qualified applications for the posting of Product Development Metallurgist. Principal duties include, but are not limited to:
1. 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.
2. Leading research and development of plate and coil steel.
3. Leading/coordinating trials interfacing with operation, technical, and commercial teams.
4. Leading/coordinating qualification/order efforts of new and existing products with NSBB, Nucor Plate Group, other Nucor divisions, as well as 3rd party laboratories.
5. Supporting customer technical service including direct contact with customers and order dressing.
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.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US, Nucor Steel Brandenburg will not sponsor the need for a visa now or in the future.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science or equivalent technical/engineering related steel production experience
• 5 years of related engineering experience in steel, coil, and/or pipe
Preferred Qualifications:
· Proven track record of problem solving and process improvement
· Experience with TMR, AcC, and DQAcC practices and/or cross rolling.
· Experience with API pipe grades and/or EN specifications
· Experience with API plate/coil/pipe production
Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace
Nearest Major Market: Louisville