Process & Manufacturing Engineer

• Monitor and improve manufacturing processes to increase safety, quality, productivity, and equipment reliability; analyze production data to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

• Develop process parameters and operating windows for powder manufacturing processes, and support troubleshooting related to spray drying, sintering, powder processing, blending, and thermal spray materials.

• Support day-to-day manufacturing operations by providing technical guidance to production personnel, and collaborate with Maintenance to improve equipment reliability and process stability.

• Lead assigned CAPEX projects from concept through commissioning, including scopes, equipment specifications, budgets, and schedules; coordinate equipment suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders through installation, SAT/FAT activities, and process qualification.

• Lead the technical evaluation and selection of a new sintering system for the Westbury facility, including layout development, utility requirements, installation planning, and commissioning, working with equipment manufacturers to establish operating parameters and acceptance criteria.

• Develop production procedures, maintenance plans, and operator training materials for new equipment, and support process validation and transition to routine manufacturing.

• Provide technical support for ceramic processing, spray drying, cladding materials, powder manufacturing, and related manufacturing technologies; collaborate with Quality to investigate process deviations and customer quality concerns.

• Support engineering documentation including P&IDs, process flow diagrams, equipment specifications, and work instructions; perform root cause investigations and implement corrective actions.

• Participate in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives, including Kaizen events, driving improvements in OEE, yield, throughput, and process capability.

• Create and maintain standard operating procedures and process documentation across all supported manufacturing lines.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline.

• Typically 5–8 years of engineering experience within a manufacturing environment, including exposure to capital equipment projects.

• Working knowledge of powder processing, ceramics, spray drying, sintering, cladding, or thermal spray materials preferred.

• Familiarity with project management principles and equipment installation, commissioning, and qualification.

• Experience developing manufacturing procedures and process documentation; ability to interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, and equipment documentation.

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD or similar drafting software preferred; proficiency with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, SAP, and Visio is preferred.

• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills, with familiarity in statistical process control and continuous improvement methodologies.

• Experience working with cross-functional teams, including Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and external vendors.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, balancing daily support with long-term project work.

• Sound judgment in evaluating equipment capability and recommending process improvements.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills for project updates, documentation, and cross-functional reporting.

• Effective problem-solving and decision-making under time pressure.

• Commitment to safety and quality standards.

• 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.

• 10 observed company holidays and 2 floaters, to occasionally extend your weekends or time off.

• 10 observed company holidays and 2 floaters, to occasionally extend your weekends or time off.