Senior Powder Metallurgy Equipment Engineer

Electron Energy Corporation • Lancaster Township, PA

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About The Position

The Sr. Equipment Engineer is responsible for the design of system components and the maintenance, optimization, improvement and qualification of powder metallurgy machinery used to manufacture rare earth permanent magnets. This role bridges the gap between mechanical engineering and materials science, ensuring that equipment like melt furnaces, powder production equipment, presses and sintering furnaces operate optimally, at peak efficiency to meet the quality and safety standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Metallurgical, Industrial, Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering.
• 8-10+ years’ experience in powder metallurgy manufacturing, metal powder processing, sintering operations, compaction press equipment.
• Strong knowledge of Powder metallurgy processes
• Strong knowledge of Alloy melting and thermodynamics
• Strong knowledge of Press tooling and compaction mechanics
• Strong knowledge of Sintering furnace design and atmosphere control
• Strong knowledge of Powder handling systems
• Strong knowledge of Mechanical design and machine troubleshooting
• Strong knowledge of CAD software
• Strong knowledge of FEA analysis
• Strong knowledge of PLC systems
• Advanced problem solving
• Equipment troubleshooting
• Process optimization
• Project management
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Leadership and mentoring
• Perseveres through challenges, setbacks, and resistance to ensure projects are completed successfully.
• Demonstrates resilience by learning from setbacks and improving outcomes on each challenge.
• Adaptable, high integrity, and committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Strong process management skills; able to prioritize work, manage time effectively, and get more done with fewer resources.
• Excellent verbal, written, and electronic communication skills; able to convey technical concepts clearly.
• Provides timely and relevant information to team members and stakeholders to support decision-making.
• Collaborates effectively across functions and departments.
• Works in both office and production environments; use of protective footwear, eyewear, and other required PPE is mandatory.
• Occasional extended workdays and Saturdays may be required to meet project deadlines and production schedules.
• Up to 5–10% overnight travel may be required; must be able to drive and be insurable.
• Typical physical activity: 10% sitting, 55% standing, 10% stooping/bending, and 25% walking.
• Ability to lift and transport items averaging 10 lbs., with a maximum of 50 lbs. using proper technique or assistance.
• Manual dexterity and coordination required for handling tools, components, and equipment.
• Near visual acuity (corrected or uncorrected) for inspection, reading technical documents, and working with detailed drawings.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of magnetic materials and applications is a plus.

Responsibilities

• New Equipment or Systems Design, Development and Qualification
• Equipment Maintenance, Reliability & Optimization
• Process Optimization
• Continuous Improvement
• Manufacturing Support
• Technical Leadership
• Perform additional duties as required to support operational and strategic objectives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees