Process Engineer, R&D Product Support

Altium Packaging

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Process Engineer, R&D Product Support leads manufacturing processing trials, experimentation, and data analysis to evaluate new materials, products, and processes. The role contributes technical expertise throughout product and process development, from ideation and pilot trials through proof of manufacturing at scale and commercialization hand-off. It also provides manufacturing-process training and on-site technical support, supports testing at the Altium Performance Lab, and contributes to cross-functional innovation investment planning. The position supports existing products and processes, oversees outsourced projects and third-party trials, develops standard procedures, instructs operators, and helps resolve routine technical problems. It participates in product and mold design reviews and supports commercialization scale-up to production. The role is based at 123 Main Street, Atlanta, Georgia 30346, and may require travel up to 80% and reasonable mandatory overtime due to business needs.

Requirements

At least 10 years of experience in manufacturing operations or a four-year degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology.
At least 5 years of experience with extrusion blow molding.
Excellent analytical and math skills.
Proven ability to run experimental processes, gather data, and evaluate results.
Proficiency with computers and information technology.
Ability to travel up to 80%.

Responsibilities

Lead manufacturing processing trials at Altium locations and at suppliers, customers, and partners.
Plan and conduct experiments, analyze data, and define the limitations and value of new materials, products, and processes.
Evaluate machinery and processes before trials and direct necessary corrective actions.
Contribute technical expertise to developing products, materials, and processes from ideation and pilot trials through proof of manufacturing at scale and commercialization hand-off.
Provide training on manufacturing processes, including EBM, ISBM, injection molding, injection blow molding, labeling, decoration, and assembly.
Contribute ideas to cross-functional forums developing short- and long-term innovation investments.
Provide on-site technical support to existing processes as needed.
Support and conduct testing at the Altium Performance Lab as needed.
Act according to safety standards and comply with applicable laws and regulations.
Foster a culture in which employees share a common purpose and comply with applicable laws and Guiding Principles.
Oversee outsourced projects, including experiments and trials at third parties.
Maintain confidentiality of trade secrets and intellectual property.
Support the commercialization team in scaling up to production.
Support existing products and processes.
Develop standard procedures and instruct operators.
Develop resolutions to routine technical problems and execute solutions within established timelines.
Participate in reviews of product designs and mold designs for assigned projects.
Take responsibility for personal and professional growth and participate in internal departmental activities, project reviews, and department meetings.
Accomplish related tasks and other duties as assigned by the supervisor.