Process Engineer

Job Title: Process Engineer - CNCOne of the world''s leading innovators in materials science, for more than 160 years, we have applied our unparalleled expertise in specialty glass, ceramics, and optical physics to develop products that have created new industries and transformed people''s lives.PURPOSE OF POSITION:• Process owner in a fast-paced manufacturing environment that can provide leadership to meet the growing business demand. Hands on processes, supporting operation team to sustain a good yield, identify root causes and lead continuous improvement activity for cost reduction and quality improvement initiatives.• Responsible for developing, implementing, designing and maintaining tooling, methods, operation sequence and processes in the fabrication and machining of parts, components, sub-assemblies , and final assemblies.• Interfaces with cross-functional teams including Design, Product Line, and Operations in coordinating the release of new products. Estimates manufacturing cost, determines time standards, and makes recommendations for tooling, machining methods and process requirements of new or existing product lines. Have the skills to read mechanical drawing and can set up measurement methods for the key features of the product.• Works on problems of moderate to complex scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of identifiable factors. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.• Advocate for quality and a safe work environment.ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining methods, operation sequence and processes in the machining of parts, components, and sub-assemblies.• Work directly with internal customers to support process area.• Daily monitor processes and tend to process excursions.• With a focus on continues improvement, and through the use of operational efficiency metrics, lead the operations of the process terfaces with engineering in coordinating the release of new products. Estimates manufacturing cost, determines time standards, and makes recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new or existing product lines• Provide support for daily design review meetings following Design for Manufacturability methodologies.• Estimates manufacturing cost and determines time standards.• Makes recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new or existing product lines.As required, maintains records and reporting systems for coordination of manufacturing operations.Manage scrap prevention teams, relevant customer returns, and lead formal RCCA activities.• Disposition discrepant material and strive for RCCA .Serve as an advocate for safe operations within the process area and with all preventative maintenance and interim performance verification activities.REQUIRED EDUCATION:Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related Engineering discipline.WORK EXPERIENCE:Minimum of 1 - 3 years'' experience in a related field.REQUIRED SKILLS:• Basis statistic knowledge: Use SPC to monitor and improve the process.• Data analysis skill and statistic knowledge: Can use data analysis software such as Matlab , JMP, etc. Knowledge of statistical analysis of data: standard deviation, mean, statistical agreement tests, data transformation, trend identification, regression analysis, curve fitting, etc.• Knowledge of metrology fundamentals: MSA, metrological traceability, calibration, etc.• Knowledge of geometrical dimensioning and tolerancing per ASME Y14.5-2009. Can read GD&T mechanical drawing, understand the mechanical process, or has some previous experience with machining or plating.• Project management skills: Plans and directs schedules and budgets. Monitors the project from initiation through delivery. Organizes the interdepartmental activities ensuring completion of the project/product on schedule and within budget constraints.• Organization, time management, and planning skills, with ability to handle changing priorities.• Proficient use of English language, able to clearly present technical concepts, written and verbally.• Proficient use of Microsoft Office applications - Word, Excel, PowerPoint.DESIRED SKILLS:• Fundamental knowledge of turning and/or milling CNC machining.• Capable of performing data analysis using MS excel (SPC), or Minitab software.• Product troubleshooting, repair or failure mode analysis.• Work experience in a manufacturing facility.• Cost estimating or analysis.• Knowledge of Solid Works, CAD.• Desire to exceed internal customer expectations for quality and delivery.• Ambition and ability to independently fill gaps in knowledge and expertise through self-guided learning.• Green belt certification is preferred for Lean and Six Sigma and use of DMAIC for problem solving.SOFT SKILLS:• Must be a self-starter, able to work in team environment and motivate others.• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills to be able to build relationships and participate in diverse teams within cross-functional groups and international locations.TRAVEL:• Less than 25% Travel, some international.

Created: 2025-11-15