Senior Process & Test Engineer

Pure Power Technologies•Blythewood, SC

About The Position

This hands-on position is responsible for Assembly and/or Test of assigned product lines, supporting both daily production and the long-term strategy needs of operations. The role includes troubleshooting processes and product-related issues, improving yields and uptime, developing and managing processes for product launches, and defining and implementing continuous improvement activities. The successful candidate demonstrates customer focus, critical thinking, disciplined execution, a commitment to continuous improvement, strategic planning, and a drive to succeed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
At least 6 years of process engineering experience.
At least 6 years of manufacturing experience.
Must be a U.S. citizen or Green Card holder.
Automotive manufacturing experience focused on production testing.
Experience with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
Experience assembling and/or testing complex mechanical components.
Experience with common assembly processes and equipment, including DC torque drivers, machine vision, press operations, robotic pick-and-place systems, leak testing, laser marking, and welding.
Experience managing capital projects, including specification, selection, runoff, installation, and release to production.
Ability to use data to drive decisions, using tools such as Six Sigma, GR&R, 8D, and APQP.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects while providing day-to-day production support.
Ability to communicate production and project issues, including deadlines, quality concerns, and line-down time.
Effective communication with all levels of the organization.
Proven time-management skills and respect for deadlines.
Exposure to LEAN tools.
Ability to read machine prints.
Experience working with micron-level tolerances.
Experience with high levels of automation.
Ability and desire to do what it takes.

Nice To Haves

Fuel or air system experience.
Six Sigma certification.
Experience with testing and instrumentation, including leak testing, pressure measurement, NVH, and fuel system measurement.
Experience with high levels of automation.
Experience with micron-level tolerances.

Responsibilities

Develop and define Assembly and Test processes and operational improvements.
Lead investigations into product performance issues related to production or customer field concerns.
Develop, write, and maintain process-specific documentation, including control plans, PFMEAs, Operator Work Instructions, Preventative Maintenance Plans, and Process Sheets.
Provide high-level troubleshooting support to maintenance personnel and technicians using machine documentation, supplier contacts, and problem-solving techniques.
Work with controls engineering to specify and debug automation code.
Perform statistical analysis on large data sets and prepare reports supporting internal and external customer activities.
Collaborate with Design, Quality, Purchasing, Logistics, and Operations on current and new programs.
Recommend future development needs for product lines in Assembly and Test areas.
Develop and execute project plans within assigned areas.
Work with external vendors and companies to define, select, deliver, and qualify new assembly and test process solutions using industry best practices.
Recommend fixture and tool modifications to support quality and continuous improvement.
Train and mentor Manufacturing Technicians, Associates, and Coaches on process- and product-related matters.
Support daily production while managing multiple projects and contributing to long-term operational strategy.