Process Engineer II

Process Engineer II 
 

We are looking for a Process Engineer for our Huntersville, NC facility.  

The Process Engineer Level 2 position will be a key member of the Process Engineering team which is responsible for the definition and standardization of controlled systems/processes for all manufacturing steps across the full value stream within the Oerlikon AM Huntersville facility. This role is responsible for developing robust cost-effective systems/processes that balance the requirements of both customers and industry standards. These systems/processes must also allow the business to fulfill its operational excellence metrics and strive towards the industrialization of AM. Manufacturing processes present within Oerlikon AM US include:

• Powder Management & Material Testing

• Additive Manufacturing Systems (PBF-LB)
• High Temperature Vacuum & HIP Furnaces
• Wire EDM, Bandsaw, 3 & 5 Axis CNC Machining Centers
• Surface Smoothing (manual, vibratory, drag, chemical, etc.)

This role is responsible for working closely with the Quality team to release processes via the internal quality management system (QMS). Once released, this role is responsible for training both the Product Engineering and Operations teams.

Your Responsibilities:

• Standardize, & maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) & Work Instructions (WI) for all manufacturing processes within the facility.
• Define & maintain Oerlikon AM internal powder, process, and material specifications for the standard Oerlikon manufacturing portfolio.
• Develop new standardized process offerings when required by the business.
• Determine and assess Oerlikon AM internal process capabilities (Cpk) for the standard manufacturing portfolio.
• Organize & maintain data collection systems to establish real time SPC for key manufacturing processes.
• Investigate how new technologies can apply to Oerlikon AM standard portfolio or improve operational excellence as part of Oerlikon AM’s technology strategy.
• Ensure all new equipment is installed, commissioned, & released to operations in line with internal SOP’s.
• Define & standardize external supplier documentation and work with procurement to evaluate supplier capabilities.
• Provide technical process/manufacturing input for quoting.
• Manage continuous improvement activities for all manufacturing processes.
• Provide training to both Product Engineering & Operations for standardized processes.

• Determine internal preventative maintenance programs for all manufacturing processes and manage maintenance schedules. Define & implement standardized processes and process controls that map to customer requirements and improve business metrics (ex: reduced scrap, reduced time to market, etc.).
• Define & maintain data collection systems for key processes to predict process failures and highlight areas of improvement to improve process cost, lead times, and equipment downtime.
• Follow directions from Level 3 engineers
• Provide guidance to Level 1 engineers when  needed.
• Work together with Product Engineering, Quality, & Operations team to achieve yearly business goals

Your Profile:

• Minimum 4 year degree in Engineering. Preferred fields of Engineering include Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial, System Design, or Materials, or 2 year degree with relevant engineering experience.
• 2+ years’ experience within a regulated industry.  Experience preferred in workflow creation, technical writing, and implementation of process controls.
• Knowledge of AM, machining, heat treatment, EDM, cleaning, and finishing (grit blast, tumbling, abrasive flow or chemical machining, manual support removal), part marking, assembly methods, and inspection techniques (vision systems, CMM, gaging)
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, including an understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing
• Ability to effectively use problem-solving tools such as Pareto Charts, SPC methodologies, cause and effect diagrams as well as 8D or similar problem solving experience
• U.S. Person Requirements: Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. Person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.
• Ability to work independently with minimum guidance
• Ability to take direction from others
• Good written and oral communication skills with the ability to train others
• Ability to generate and clearly present technical data to both technical and non-technical audience
• Thorough experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Self-motivated
• Organized with a high attention to detail
• Pivots easily from failure

We offer:

Aside from a dynamic global culture and leading market position, we are proud to offer our employees development opportunities, competitive salary and a robust benefit program ALL available on first day of employment!

The perks and benefits of working at Oerlikon include the following:

• Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan with low premiums, company sponsored HSA contributions and without cumbersome waiting periods to keep you going strong.  
• Excellent Dental and Vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance, Financial and Wellness programs to help improve all aspects of your life journey. 
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with significant company match and financial planning and education options to help you achieve your retirement goals 
• Tuition reimbursement and internal education resources to satisfy your love of learning so you can continue to grow with us!
• Generous paid time off to support your physical and mental wellbeing.
• 12 paid company holidays to occasionally extend your weekends or time off. 
• 100% company paid life insurance and disability insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus program because why not to bring your friends to work everyday!

Why Oerlikon:

Diversity is not merely a result of our presence in more than 30 countries and 170 locations worldwide. It’s a reflection of who we are – we are proud to have more than 11.000 employees representing over 80 nationalities working for Oerlikon. We strive to create a more appealing place to work for diverse groups, regardless of background, language, beliefs or gender. We take our ESG responsibilities seriously, setting tough targets for ourselves as we work towards ensuring we meet our sustainability responsibilities.

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Are you curious? Then release your passion to succeed and APPLY to discover how you can help us build a better world and realize how you can make a personal difference by joining our global team! Our commitment is your success!

Agencies:

Oerlikon only accepts agency resumes for positions that have been explicitly approved by HR for third-party support. We work exclusively with our approved vendors who have agreed to Oerlikon’s terms and conditions and have an executed contract in place. Any resumes or profiles submitted to Oerlikon employees for roles not approved and requested by HR will be considered unsolicited, and Oerlikon will not be obligated to pay a placement fee. 

About us
 
Oerlikon is a global innovation powerhouse for surface engineering, polymer processing and additive manufacturing in key industries such as aerospace, automotive, energy, tooling and textiles. We serve as a key partner in enabling our customers to reach their targets for optimizing the performance, function and sustainability of their products and manufacturing processes. 
Our solutions reduce emissions in transportation, maximize longevity and performance of tools, increase energy efficiency and advance intelligent material and sustainable polymer processing. These achievements are proven hallmarks of our global leadership. 
 
We at Oerlikon embrace diversity. This is reflected in more than 11,800 employees, representing over 93 nationalities and our presence in more than 38 countries and 207 locations worldwide. 
 
Oerlikon is an Equal Opportunity Employer striving to promote a diverse and inclusive workforce, and is dedicated to unbiased recruiting, hiring and employment practices. Oerlikon takes affirmative action to ensure candidates are considered without regard to their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, parental status, disability, veteran status, and any other legally protected characteristic. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here Know Your Rights.
 
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Oerlikon will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Learn more about Oerlikon: 
https://www.oerlikon.com/en/brands/

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