Process Engineer

Bodycote North America•Fountain Inn, SC

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About The Position

Bodycote is seeking an experienced Process Engineer to support supply chain development, manufacturing operations, and the build-out of a new Heat Treat / Hot Isostatic Pressing (HIP) facility. The role will contribute to equipment selection, process development, facility start-up, and production readiness for aerospace and industrial gas turbine (IGT) components. Bodycote classifies this as a safety-sensitive position due to the industrial nature of the business. The Process Engineer supports planning, construction, equipment installation, and commissioning of the new manufacturing campus; develops and optimizes manufacturing processes; and works with Supply Chain and cross-functional teams to meet technical requirements, quality standards, and project schedules. The position also supports equipment qualification, process validation, production readiness, continuous improvement, and resolution of quality and technical issues. It requires compliance with applicable aerospace and IGT standards, including Nadcap, AMS, and AS9100 requirements.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident card holder to satisfy ITAR compliance requirements.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Materials, Metallurgical, or a related Engineering discipline.
Minimum five years of experience in aerospace or industrial gas turbine (IGT) component manufacturing.
Experience in manufacturing process development, engineering, or production support.
Knowledge of heat treatment, HIP, thermal processing, or related manufacturing technologies.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical requirements.
Strong project coordination, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Effective communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams and external suppliers.
Ability to work sitting for extended periods in an office/industrial environment, including while driving or traveling by airplane.
Manual dexterity to perform data entry.
Ability to bend, pull, stoop, and reach.
Ability to lift 25–30 pounds.
Ability to perform essential job functions requiring cognitive and mental capacity.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Visual acuity to read documents, computer screens, and files.
Ability to hear in person and via phone.

Nice To Haves

Direct experience with Heat Treat, HIP operations, shot peen, and/or coating operations.
Knowledge of Nadcap, AMS 2750, and aerospace quality requirements.
Experience with equipment procurement, installation, commissioning, and supplier development.
Familiarity with aerospace alloys, superalloys, castings, and forgings.

Responsibilities

Support planning, construction, equipment installation, and commissioning of a new Heat Treat / HIP manufacturing campus.
Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes to ensure quality, efficiency, and compliance with customer requirements.
Partner with Supply Chain to evaluate suppliers, establish technical specifications, support equipment and material procurement, and ensure on-time delivery against project schedules.
Assist with facility layout, equipment selection, capacity planning, and production workflow development.
Support equipment qualification, process validation, and manufacturing readiness.
Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Engineering, and external vendors to resolve technical issues and meet project milestones.
Ensure compliance with applicable aerospace and IGT standards, including Nadcap, AMS, and AS9100 requirements.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, cost, and operational efficiency.
Initiate development and transfer of new processes to ensure customer requirements are met in production manufacturability.
Provide engineering support for quality-related issues, including preventive actions, corrective actions, and FMEAs.
Plan and manage assigned projects using appropriate tools such as MS Project.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date technical specification files.
Promote and practice safety and good housekeeping.
Collaborate closely with Quality, Manufacturing, Planning and Scheduling, and Corporate Engineering.
Perform other tasks as assigned by position.