Process Engineer

Emerge is recruiting qualified candidates for a Process Engineer position in Winsted, CT with a growing aerospace manufacturer known for innovation. This is a direct‑hire opportunity to play a critical role in optimizing CNC machining processes. The role reports to the Engineering Manager and involves the development and implementation of processes to meet production requirements and quoted costs.

Salary: $85,000 – $98,000 (based on experience)
Bonus: Targeted at 5% (can be higher)
Benefits: Annual bonus, robust health insurance plan starting day one, 401(k) plan with annual 3% company deposit plus a 6% match, excellent career growth in an established, growing company.

• Diagnose and resolve production issues across fixturing/clamping, CNC programs/parameters, and consumable tooling; drive root cause and lasting corrective actions.
• Create and implement mistake‑proof (poka‑yoke) fixtures using fixture maintenance tools or alternative methods to boost yield and minimize human error on high‑scrap operations.
• Conduct time‑and‑motion studies to balance labor and define standardized work; build standard work charts and process capacity tables; reconcile actual performance to quoted models.
• Apply SPC and capability analysis to raise first‑time yield to target levels.
• Lead NPI manufacturing planning, including tooling sourcing, routings, BOMs, and supporting documentation.
• Use data analytics (e.g., Power BI) to pinpoint performance gaps versus standards; implement method changes and track impact on scrap and rework.
• Employ APQP to identify quality risks and prevent scrap/escapes.
• Support cost estimates for repeat work and new product introductions.
• Identify, lead, and participate in cost‑reduction initiatives.
• Serve as the technical point of contact with customers, suppliers, and sister sites on processes, POs, specs, and drawings.
• Evaluate new equipment needs; perform ROI justifications.
• Champion and participate in continuous improvement/kaizen activities.
• Provide on‑floor technical support and coaching to production teams.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, etc.) is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Operations or Process/Manufacturing Engineering in a CNC machining environment.
• Proficiency with engineering concepts, standard work principles, and tools such as Mini‑Tab, SPC, Root Cause analysis.
• Familiarity with machining including CNC mills, CNC grinding, tooling and fixture design and troubleshooting, GD&T, AS9100.
• Lean and Continuous Improvement knowledge preferred.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR); only U.S. persons are eligible and visa sponsorship is not available. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at hire.

If you are qualified for this position, please click "apply now". Thank you in advance for applying; however, only qualified candidates will be contacted.