Plant Process Engineer

About the Role

This role will be responsible for maintaining and improving production across various products and equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Training operators in proper process, tool usage, and tool maintenance.
• Collaborating with other engineering teams on process efficiency, quality, and safety improvement projects.
• Developing new designs using 3D modeling software like Solidworks for carts or production tools.
• Working with fab shops to complete the fabrication of new designs in a timely manner.
• Working closely with contractors to coordinate utility needs (e.g., air and electrical drops).
• Overseeing the installation of new equipment.
• Coordinating daily, weekly, and monthly preventative maintenance tasks on machinery.
• Troubleshooting machines.
• Providing hands-on support to production lines.
• Completing hands-on testing for new process changes.
• 95% of the workday will be on the manufacturing floor working on projects, operating, and repair of equipment.
• Involvement with equipment operators to ensure parts are programmed, training, and any process-related issues.
• Working with Safety, Quality, and Industrial engineering teams on parts, assembly, and process improvements.
• Implementation of Engineer Change Notices (ECN) and Process Change Instructions (PCI).
• Supporting production as needed, capable of building all products to the expected quality standards.
• Assisting production staff with product-related questions.
• Working with the Plant manager on various facility improvement projects.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Mechanical and electrical engineering skills.
• Electrical skills and experience.
• AutoCAD or similar software.
• 3D modeling software (e.g., Solidworks).
• Multi-tasking, problem-solving, and strong communication skills.
• Emphasis on perfect product quality and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Ability to work standing for 8 - 10 hours at a time.
• Ability to use a ladder, forklift, or other means to acquire parts for product assembly.
• Ability to use power & hand tools, as well as electrical testing and measuring equipment.
• Ability to lift 35 to 50 pounds independently.

Qualifications

• 0-10 years experience.
• 4-year technical degree in an electrical, electronics, or mechanically oriented curriculum.
• Internship/co-op experience is preferred.
• Must enjoy hands-on product exposure.