Engineer - Process

Job Summary

Responsible for determining the operations required for fabrication and assembly of products by reviewing parts drawings, specifications, and other engineering data. Plan, schedule, conduct, or co-ordinate phases of major engineering projects. May develop sequence of operations, estimate time requirements for each, and prepare operation sheets. May act as an internal consultant providing technical guidance on most complex projects.

Job Title:

Engineer - Process

Job Summary:

Responsible for determining the operations required for fabrication and assembly of products by reviewing parts drawings, specifications, and other engineering data. Plan, schedule, conduct, or co-ordinate phases of major engineering projects. May develop sequence of operations, estimate time requirements for each, and prepare operation sheets. May act as an internal consultant providing technical guidance on most complex projects.

• Work with production planning to set shop priorities and ensure all required tools and documentation required in the plant for production run jobs are available.
• Attend Advance Quality Planning meetings to finalize design of required fixtures and tooling.
• Interface with suppliers of raw material and tools to establish engineering requirements for start of production.
• Investigate and find resolution of specific processing problems for assigned projects/parts.
• Prepare quotations for new jobs, including material and processing costs, tooling, gauges and capital investment costs if required.
• Participate in productivity improvement investigations.
• Conduct time studies.
• Maintain ongoing process control through quality troubleshooting and process improvement investigation.
• Review regularly all processes and operator instructions for assigned customers to ensure accuracy and conformance to actual procedures.

• A university degree in engineering or equivalent.

• Three to five years of related experience.
• Ability to collect data and develop statistics to describe equipment and system functionality. Estimate durations of development, fabrication, construction and repair tasks.
• Ability to determine which materials and equipment to use for projects and decide the appropriate codes and standards to apply when completing these projects. Ability to also determine which measuring tools and methods to use.
• Ability to complete work order and change work order forms to notify key parties about projects. Consult product specification books to identify the capacities, dimensions and prices of particular pieces of equipment.
• Possess good communication skills to contact suppliers to verify product availability, obtain equipment specifications and negotiate timely deliveries. Interact with others such as supervisors or managers for advice and direction, to discuss work and provide updates.
• Ability to coordinate and integrate work within teams of engineers and technicians to work on common projects. Assume project management roles to co-ordinate the involvement of other engineers, contractors, technicians and suppliers.
• Knowledge/work experience in machine processes, cutting tools, fixtures, CNC and Special purpose machines. Working knowledge of ISO-TS16949 and ISO 14001, and with mechanical blueprint interpretation including GD and T. Good computer skills, including Word, Excel and Outlook. Experience with the use of statistical analysis software and computer-assisted design, manufacturing and machining (i.e. AutoCAD, CAD/CAM and Solid Works).
• Attend formal professional development seminars and conferences as needed. Conduct self-directed studies by reading journals and trade publications. Must be aware of new technologies and advances in the engineering field.

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Sustainability Council
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

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