Process Engineer I
About The Position
The Process Engineer I supports manufacturing engineering activities for component production, including customer qualification documentation and approvals, investigation and correction of manufacturing issues, equipment and process improvements, and coordination with design, production planning, and engineering personnel. The role evaluates engineering changes and specifications, recommends design and process improvements, prepares engineering schematics and parts lists, and analyzes production practices, methods, test data, and time standards. Assignments may include design and development, materials testing, specification preparation, process studies, and technical reporting. The position may also support the training and development of less experienced technical personnel and requires timely, efficient delivery of commitments. Hitchiner Manufacturing is a supplier of investment castings and casting-based components for automotive, aerospace, and defense markets. This position involves access to technical data, materials, and/or hardware subject to ITAR and/or EAR export-control requirements. Employees must meet applicable export-control eligibility requirements and be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is unavailable.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
- Two to four years of experience or equivalent knowledge/experience.
- Familiarity with a variety of concepts within the field.
- Good communication and organizational skills.
- Computer literacy, including competency in general MS Office applications, technical computer modeling, and statistical tools.
- Must meet applicable ITAR/EAR export-control eligibility requirements.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.
Responsibilities
- Complete customer-defined component manufacturing documentation and obtain customer approvals required to qualify as a production source.
- Investigate manufacturing problems involving production, inspection, or testing, and initiate corrective action.
- Establish operating equipment specifications, improve manufacturing techniques, and introduce new process equipment to production.
- Coordinate with design personnel to ensure that manufacturing processes and designs are compatible.
- Review and evaluate engineering changes and specification requirements, serving as a technical liaison with production planning and engineering personnel.
- Recommend changes to development and design to improve product quality or procedures.
- Prepare engineering schematics and parts lists for system components to support manufacturing planning.
- Analyze production practices, including work simplification, value analysis, workstations, and methods.
- Compile and evaluate test and production data; prepare technical analyses and recommend production methods and processes for new or improved products and processes.
- Conduct analysis of method and time standards.
- Perform assignments that may include design and development, materials testing, specification preparation, process studies, and report preparation.
- Deliver on commitments in a timely and efficient manner.
- May train and develop less experienced technical personnel.
- Observe the Hitchiner code of conduct and safety and quality principles.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Annual profit-sharing bonus eligibility for full-time employees.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- 401(k) Employee Retirement Contribution Plan.
- Company-paid basic short-term disability, long-term disability, and basic life/AD&D insurance.
- Education and tuition reimbursement.
- Wellness rewards.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Free onsite fitness center.
- Training and leadership development opportunities.
- Onsite restaurant.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
