Engineer, CVD Process

SGL Carbon SE; Saint Marys (Elk County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401k Savings Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Job summary

SGL Carbon SE in Saint Marys, Pennsylvania, is seeking a candidate focused on coatings applied to machined graphite parts. This role involves production support, process optimization, and establishing quality procedures. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering, experience in CVD/CVI processing, and strong analytical skills.

The competitive benefits package includes medical coverage, retirement plans, and employee assistance programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field.
• Prior experience with CVD/CVI processing.
• Ability to apply statistical methodology to establish process capability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage work package timelines and budgets.
• Establish a capable coating process for products.
• Support six-sigma and continuous development activities.

Skills

CVD/CVI processing

Experience in MOCVD, LED, Epitaxial processing

Proficiency in MS Office applications

Advanced problem solving skills

Materials characterization

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent technical discipline

Tools

Excel

Job description

The SGL site in St. Marys, Pennsylvania, is our largest graphite component processing site worldwide. It is characterized by its broad product portfolio and expertise in machined, purified and CVD coated parts used especially in the fast growing LED and semiconductor industries. The site is part of the Business Unit Graphite Solutions.

This position will focus on coatings applied to the surface of machined graphite parts but may also include carbon composite and/or other carbon-based materials. Activities will revolve around production support on equipment issues, process upsets, and product quality assessments. This role will support production in establishing procedures to ensure stable and safe operation with consistent product quality. Involvement in areas other than coating will be required to fully understand and complete overall job responsibilities (VOG, Graphitization, Machining, Quality/Inspection, etc.)

What to expect

• Develop and manage work package timelines and budgets to find product performance improvements
• Develop and define process and procedures to establish a capable coating process for existing and new product designs
• Support operation of the CVD department concerning process engineering activities, i.e. work in response to specific quality issues or for process optimization such as reduce scrap/lower cost
• Provide process/equipment analysis and data collection supporting complaint and COPQ events
• Establish effective metrology systems to properly control key product quality metrics
• Utilize measurement system analyses to assess metrology capability against required tolerances
• Implement and control effective SPC charting for key product metrics
• Define OCAPs (Out of Control Action Plans) for process failures to facilitate operation team's response
• Lead and participate in SPS (Structured Problem Solving) activities to identify root causes for product and process failure events utilizing 5-why, 8D, Fishbone, C&E matrix, and other tools
• Support six-sigma and continuous development activities across the site

What we're looking for

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent technical discipline
• Prior experience with CVD/CVI processing
• Experience in MOCVD, LED, Epitaxial processing preferred
• Experience with graphite and general ceramic materials
• Proficiency in MS Office applications with expert knowledge of Excel, formulas, macros, VBA coding and data analysis
• Ability to apply statistical methodology to establish process capability
• Advanced problem solving skills
• Familiarity with materials characterization and physical property testing

What we offer

SGL offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical and Prescription Drug coverage
• Vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Basic Life and AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance
• Voluntary Spouse Life insurance
• Voluntary Child Life insurance
• 401k Savings Retirement Plan with employer match
• Paid Holidays

Our Promise

Your skills and experience make a difference with us. You have the opportunity to help shape the future, live our values, and advance your career step by step—whether as an expert, a manager, or in project management. Make a difference.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other classification protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodation Notice

SGL Carbon, LLC is committed to the inclusion of qualified individuals. As part of this commitment SGL Carbon, LLC will provide accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email [e-mail]. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail] or 704-593-5250.