Dimensional Engineer

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC); Douglas (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC) in Douglas, GA is seeking a Dimensional Engineer to support new product introduction, CI and manufacturing.

The role focuses on dimensional engineering activities, scrap elimination, quality, and tooling coordination. Bachelor's degree in related engineering is required, with exposure to airfoil investment casting preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Metallurgical, Materials or related engineering.
• Hands-on experience in the airfoils investment casting industry is a plus.
• Strong problem solving and statistical analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Develops processes, defines controls, and institutes scrap-elimination efforts on assigned parts.
• Manage activities to stay on schedule for product release while maintaining budgeted costs.
• Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities.
• Use statistical and graphical analysis to disposition dimensional elements of casting processes.
• Conceptual design of required tooling and coordination with in-house/outside tool rooms.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Process improvement

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Adaptability

High-stress management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Metallurgical, Materials or related Engineering

Tools

3D CAD software

PFMEA

Control Plan

Job description

Country: United States of America

State / County: Georgia

City: Douglas

Division: Airfoils

Company: Douglas

Function: Engineering

Workplace Type: On-Site

Position type: Full Time

Opportunity ID: 23599

Job Description

Dimensional Engineer

Position Summary:

The Dimensional Engineer position is responsible for Dimensional Engineering activities to support new product introduction, continuous improvement and manufacturing.

Essential Functions

• Develops processes, defines controls, and institutes effective scrap elimination efforts on assigned parts.
• Maintain a high level of quality for product design.
• Write, issue, and continually update Engineering instructions
• Manage activities to stay on schedule for product release, while maintaining budgeted development and part costs.
• Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities.
• Continuously evaluations/improves processes in order to maintain or improve upon budgeted yields.
• Conduct dimensional probability studies.
• Initiates, completes, and submit product qualifications
• Develop and implement part specific procedures
• Use statistical and graphical analysis techniques to disposition yield and dimensional elements of the casting process.
• Conceptual design of required tooling and coordination of detailed design and build with in house and outside tool rooms.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Proven analytical, problem solving, and process improvement ability.
• Working knowledge of process control methods
• Demonstrated ability to develop & execute action plans that will deliver results
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities and easily adapt to changing situations and priorities.
• The ability to handle high stress associated with high activity with tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.

Desired Skills

• Highly organized, self-motivated individual who can work independently as well as work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects.
• Proficiency in a major, industry standard 3D CAD software package
• Working knowledge of Zero Defect Program: PFMEA, Control Plan, Process Control
• Six sigma Certification preferred
• Proven experience in Manufacturing Industry.

Experience & Education

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Metallurgical, Materials or other related Engineering discipline.
• Hands-on experience in the airfoils investment casting industry a plus

Physical Demands

• Squatting: X
• Bending: X
• Kneeling: X
• Reaching: X
• Twisting: X
• Sitting in a chair: X
• Stair Climbing: X
• Ladder Climbing: X
• Other climbing (type): X
• Walking of rough surfaces: X
• Near moving machinery: X

Relocation

Relocation is authorized for this position.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Company Profile

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.