Industrial Engineer II/III (Special Processes)

Woodward, Inc. • Fort Collins, CO

3d • $93,000 - $125,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Woodward is seeking a Senior Industrial Engineer for our Industrial Products Division in Fort Collins, Colorado. We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Industrial Engineer to join our team and drive efficiency, cost reduction, and process improvement in our manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in productivity optimization, lean manufacturing, and data analysis, coupled with a proven ability to lead medium-scale projects and mentor team members. This role requires a combination of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and collaborative communication skills to enhance production flow, resource utilization, and overall operational performance.

Requirements

• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of special manufacturing processes such as heat treat, coating technologies, chemical processing, cleaning systems, and other controlled manufacturing processes.
• Lead process qualification activities including capability studies, parameter optimization, equipment validation, and production readiness assessments.
• Utilize SPC, process capability analysis, DOE, and data-driven methodologies to monitor performance and improve process stability.
• Apply advanced problem-solving techniques such as 8D, A3, Six Sigma, and Fault Tree Analysis to resolve complex manufacturing and quality issues.
• Ensure compliance with customer specifications, industrial standards, internal quality systems, and regulatory requirements.
• Drive Lean initiatives that improve yield, reduce variation, eliminate waste, and increase process efficiency.
• Develop and maintain Process Flow Diagrams, PFMEAs, Control Plans, process specifications, and validation documentation for special processes.
• Support selection, commissioning, maintenance strategies, and optimization of specialized manufacturing equipment and processing systems.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities, support audits, review process controls, and drive corrective actions to ensure consistent process performance.
• Effectively communicate technical information and collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and customers to achieve business objectives.
• 4 Year Bachelors BS degree AND 4+ years equivalent experience
• All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).
• International - Bachelors BS/University degree equivalent by Country AND 4+ years equivalent experience

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical authority for assigned special processes, including PVD coating, 10-stage wash systems, and ALD heat treat, ensuring process stability, capability, and compliance with engineering requirements.
• Develop, validate, qualify, and implement special manufacturing processes, equipment, and controls to support new product introduction, production readiness, and customer requirements.
• Provide day-to-day manufacturing support by troubleshooting process issues, improving yield, throughput, and quality, and driving sustainable process capability improvements.
• Lead complex investigations into product and process nonconformances using structured problem-solving tools, implementing corrective and preventive actions to eliminate recurrence.
• Partner with internal and external suppliers to ensure special process compliance with customer, industry, regulatory, and Woodward requirements through audits, process reviews, and performance monitoring.

Benefits

• Annual cash bonus opportunity
• 401(k) match (4.5%)
• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities
• 12 paid holidays
• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave
• Paid parental leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits
• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
• Member referral bonus
• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
• Home / Auto Insurance discounts
• Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior