Job Description:

As a Process Engineer - Project, you will be managing projects that result in a safer work environment, a higher quality product, a more efficient process, and a positive impact on the company’s bottom line.

You will collaborate with colleagues in other engineering functions as well as production, quality, purchasing, planning and maintenance. You will be responsible for managing the implementation of and supporting new processes, new equipment and new assembly systems.

Responsibilities

• Project leader for implementation of new processes, new equipment and new assembly systems.
• Examines equipment, processes, operations, and procedures to identify improvement opportunities in areas of safety, quality, throughput, and cost.
• Evaluate vendor proposals for new equipment purchases.
• Select & implement suitable manufacturing processes and apply modern organizational principles to make products at a competitive cost.
• Identify & optimize current and new manufacturing processes using continuous improvement
• Work closely with production and maintenance to ensure equipment is operating in a like-new condition
• Specify tools, jigs and fixtures
• Project coordination and daily troubleshooting
• Process Development – may include Visual Work Instructions
• Production support and process troubleshooting.
• Cost (scrap, rework, cycle time, etc.) reduction

Qualifications

Knowledge/Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of experience managing the implementation of capital projects involving new equipment and/or equipment systems.
• CAD experience required i.e.: AutoCAD, Pro E, Solid Works Creo & AutoCAD a strong plus
• 2-4 years engineering project experience in a metal manufacturing environment is preferred
• Knowledge of equipment and systems appropriate to related discipline
• Knowledge of engineering principles and procedures
• Experience in Lean manufacturing techniques, capability studies, process mapping, FMEA, and root cause analysis
• Must be computer literate and familiar with Microsoft Office

Skills and Abilities:

• Skill in applying engineering principles and procedures
• Skill in engineering design applications
• Ability to effectively communicate
• The desire to strive for both personal and operational excellence through a never-ending drive for continuous improvement
• Committed to achieving world-class performance standards

Education:

• BS in Material Science, Mechanical, Welding, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering or combined related experience required OR 6 years of equivalent experience with demonstrated knowledge in the field
• Any equivalent combination of experience, training and/or education approved by Human Resources

Physical Requirements:

• Position involves sitting long periods, standing, manual dexterity, stooping, bending and minimal lifting

MUST HAVE

• BS in Material Science, Mechanical, Welding, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering or combined related experience required OR 6 years of equivalent experience with demonstrated knowledge in the field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience managing the implementation of capital projects involving new equipment and/or equipment systems.
• CAD experience required i.e.: AutoCAD, Pro E, Solid Works Creo.
• 2-4 years’ engineering project experience in a metal manufacturing environment.
• Experience in Lean manufacturing techniques, capability studies, process mapping, FMEA, and root cause analysis
• Must be computer literate and familiar with Microsoft Office.