Project Engineer

The Project Engineer is a key manufacturing role responsible for researching, designing , implementing, and testing the manufacture of key parts and assemblies. Requires technical knowledge of machining processes, a strong understanding of the drivers of manufacturing profitability, a willingness to attempt new processes, good communication skills, and a continuous product improvement mindset.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work from prints/models to develop CNC milling or turning processes
• Create documentation to support the machining process including set-up sheets and inspection plans
• Optimize processes for stability and equipment utilization
• Document set-up sheets, work instructions, and tool lists
• Debug and troubleshoot setups, programs, tooling, and process issues
• Work on special projects to improve processes, tooling as well as drive zero-setup direction
• Work with cross-functional teams of operations, automation engineers, CNC programmers, and manufacturing engineers 
• Implement process improvements, troubleshoot process problems, drive to the root cause, and develop corrective actions
• Execute process improvement plans using a variety of Quality & Continuous Process Improvement tools, including, but not limited to, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, SPC, and engineering studies
• Lead Kaizen events to reach clearly set targets with high-performing team engagement
• Prepare product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends

Key Roles

• Create and/or update manufacturing processes for stability and equipment utilization
• Utilize in-house expertise to assist with manufacturing optimization
• Document new processes and changes for repeatable manufacturability
• Analyze processes to identify and reduce waste

Qualifications

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 essential functions. 

Education & Experience Requirements:

3-5 years’ experience on a manufacturing team specializing in the operation of CNC Machines, or a bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field, or a combination of education and experience

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of process engineering principles, methods, and tools
• Ability to present technical information and effectively communicate within all levels of the organization
• Proficient in data analysis, simulation, and modeling software
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Excellent people skills, 'on the shop floor' attitude 
• Understanding  of work instructions and document change control, process verification and validation methodologies, and manufacturing/production process control methodologies
• Change agent with energy, passion, and enthusiasm to drive change

Supervisory Responsibilities

No supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Clean, well-lit facilities with air conditioning throughout the work environment. Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, light fumes, noise levels, or airborne particles typical in a machining environment. 

Safety and Policy Practices

The employee in this job must be knowledgeable regarding the safety policies and procedures of the Company as described in the Company safety manual. The employee must adhere to all said policies and procedures while supporting the goals and objectives of the organization and recognizing the Company’s need to achieve its business objective. The employee is responsible for complying with company hazardous waste disposal procedures.