Stephen Hejducek
About Stephen Hejducek
Stephen Hejducek is a Materials Specialist - Metallics at FlexSteel Pipeline Technologies, Inc. in Baytown, Texas, with extensive experience in materials engineering and technical sales across various companies since 2010.
Work at FlexSteel Pipeline Technologies
Stephen Hejducek has been employed at FlexSteel Pipeline Technologies, Inc. as a Materials Specialist - Metallics since 2020. He works in Baytown, Texas, where he focuses on advising the sales team regarding customer material requirements. His role involves developing manufacturing requirements based on customer specifications, effectively bridging the technical and commercial aspects of the business.
Previous Experience in Materials Engineering
Before joining FlexSteel, Stephen worked at Global Tubing, LLC as a Materials Engineer II from 2017 to 2020 in Dayton, Texas. His earlier experience includes a position as a Technical Sales Engineer at Exova Group plc from 2015 to 2017 in the Houston area. He also held roles at Tenaris, including Manufacturing Services GT and Operations GT, from 2014 to 2015 and 2013 to 2014, respectively.
Educational Background in Metallurgical Engineering
Stephen Hejducek earned a Bachelor of Science in Metallurgical Engineering from the Colorado School of Mines, studying from 2009 to 2013. He later pursued further education at the University of Houston, where he obtained a Master of Engineering in Materials Science from 2020 to 2022. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his current role in materials specialization.
Technical Skills and Laboratory Experience
Stephen possesses hands-on laboratory experience in failure analysis, which is essential for assessing material performance under stress. He writes and edits internal specifications to ensure compliance with API standards, showcasing his understanding of industry regulations. Additionally, he advises on material selection for novel product grades, aligning with qualification testing requirements.
Early Career and Additional Roles
Earlier in his career, Stephen worked as a Content Manager at the Colorado School of Mines from 2010 to 2013 and served as a Research Assistant for a brief period in 2012. He also gained experience as a Counselor at Kidventure Inc. from 2009 to 2010. These roles contributed to his diverse skill set and professional development.