Process Development Engineer

Job Summary

Work closely with cross-functional teams (manufacturing engineer, design engineering, other stakeholder representatives) to design and monitor a manufacturing process that optimizes quality requirements, yields, reliability, and overall ease of manufacture.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Key responsibilities of this position include process and equipment verification, design for ease of manufacture, development of tooling and fixtures, and the specification of assembly equipment.

• Confers with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.

• Provide input into the design of new products to improve their reliability and ease of manufacture.

• Promotes process improvement and standardization across manufacturing activities.

• Troubleshoot manufacturing processes and material issues

• Evaluate internal company capability and initiate automated process where feasible.

• Initiate and document Standard Operating Procedures and Process Specific Operating Procedures and provide training to Technicians or Supervisors

• Work with internal and external resources to resolve manufacturing issues and implement solutions

• Be involved in the evaluation and choice of machinery and support equipment purchase decisions.

• Evaluate emerging technologies for potential application to business needs.

• Conduct complex analysis to determine reasons for failure of materials, parts or processes.

• Assists in tool designs and layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.

• This job description is not all inclusive of all duties. Other duties may be assigned.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering, or Minimum of (10-15) years experience in (metals manufacturing)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Requires five (5) years related Aerospace processes such as sheet metal forming, fusion welding. Knowledge of tig welding is preferred.

• Proficient with MS Office applications including MS Project. Familiarity with computer-aided design a plus.

• Experience documenting procedures including Process Development and Validation.

• Equipment design and handling experience.

• Technical plan and report writing.

• Ability to build collaborative relationships with other departments.

• Excellent verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate, prepare, and communicate plans and reports.

• Demonstrated ability to independently solve complex problems

• Demonstrated leadership in a team environment and in driving solutions

Supervisory Responsibilities

• N/A

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lift up to 35 lbs.

• Push and pull 35 lbs.

• Bend Occasionally

• Sit, Stand, and Walk Frequently

Special Requirements

Experience in bellows and/or flexible joint fabrication preferred.

Limitations and Disclaimer

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, this job description does not establish a contract for employment and the content is subject to be changed, modified, or deleted at the discretion of the Company. In compliance with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) of 1990, the Company will make reasonable accommodations with those individuals with a disability as defined by the ADA.