Ceramic Thermal Process Engineer — Lead DOE & Optimization

Jobot; Georgia (VT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) + Company Match

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a hands-on engineer to lead development and optimization of ceramic thermal processes in a high-precision manufacturing setting. You will drive DOE-based improvements, SOPs, and process controls while supporting maintenance, R&D, and production teams.

The role emphasizes collaboration on site with a strong emphasis on process reliability, yield, and cost reductions, offering growth into capital equipment projects and development initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Materials Science, Chemical, or Ceramic Engineering.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and organizational skills are required.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills at all levels.
• Ability to work independently and cross-functionally in small teams.
• Experience with thermal processing, sintering, and firing cycle development is desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of new and existing ceramic thermal processes using DOE and lab analysis.
• Drive process improvements impacting yield, capacity, cycle time, and cost.
• Build SOPs, workflows, and noncompliance processes in the kiln department.
• Support and optimize machine and material process parameters using LEAN and statistics.
• Troubleshoot thermal processing issues and implement corrective actions.
• Provide technical support for manufacturing disruptions and long-term countermeasures.
• Train staff on thermal processing concepts and best practices.
• Interface with vendors to ensure kiln performance and reliability.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Materials Science, Chemical, or Ceramic Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

PID/PLC controllers

Job description

Jobot is seeking a hands-on engineer to lead development and optimization of ceramic thermal processes in a high-precision manufacturing setting. You will drive DOE-based improvements, SOPs, and process controls while supporting maintenance, R&D, and production teams.

The role emphasizes collaboration on site with a strong emphasis on process reliability, yield, and cost reductions, offering growth into capital equipment projects and development initiatives.