Process Engineer - Press

Overview

As a Process Engineer - Press, you will be responsible for engineering matters relating to planning, managing and improving production methods and processes in the companys metal stamping press department. You will be able to participate in cross-functional teams representing manufacturing engineering at every stage of the design and development process. You will also collaborate with colleagues in other engineering functions as well as production, research, marketing and after-sales service.

Responsibilities

Examines equipment, processes, operations, and assembly procedures to determine time or quality revisions and suggests improvements.

Improve overall processes and related issues including process development

Problem solving and program management

Develop and troubleshoot stamping processes

Specify forming and stamping equipment

Provide engineering resources for other departments as required

Follow quality systems procedures as required

Design and develop department tooling, fixtures and work aides.

Investigate and analyze tooling, processing, assembly and sequencing issues

Initiate corrective actions to include the modification of plant tooling and machine programming

Participate in problem resolution teams

Develop specifications and analyze supplier quotations for purchase of new production equipment up to and including entire manufacturing lines

Carry out changes or monitor operations standards. Evaluate vendor proposals for new equipment purchases.

Assist in design, installation, and debug of tooling and capital equipment

Daily troubleshooting of assembly and press shop problems to support production

Cost (scrap, rework, cycle time, etc.) reduction

Identify & optimize current and new manufacturing processes using continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Knowledge/Experience:

Minimum 2 years of experience working in metal stamping shop

CAD experience required. i.e.: AutoCAD, Pro E, Solid Works

Knowledge of design applications- stamping

Knowledge of equipment and systems appropriate to related discipline

Knowledge of engineering principles and procedures

Die Design experience a plus

Journeyman Tool and Die experience a plus

Skills and Abilities:

Skill in applying engineering principles and procedures

Skill in engineering design applications

Ability to effectively communicate

The desire to strive for both personal and operational excellence through a never-ending drive for continuous improvement

Committed to achieving world-class performance standards

Education:

Bachelors degree in engineering with min 2yrs related experience OR 5 years of equivalent experience with demonstrated knowledge in the field

Physical Requirements:

Position involves sitting long periods, standing, manual dexterity, stooping, bending and minimal lifting.

Salary Range

$80,000-$120,000