Global Kiln & Firing Process Engineer (SME)

CoorsTek, Inc.; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 103,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

CoorsTek, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Global Process Engineer specializing in Kiln/Firing to lead firing-process initiatives worldwide.

The role covers equipment installation, materials of construction, and technology transfers, with a focus on yield improvements and safe, efficient capital equipment operation. Regular travel is required to support global sites. The candidate will interface with suppliers, R&D, and manufacturing teams, applying Lean Six Sigma and TOC methodologies to optimize

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Ceramic Engineering or related field.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification a plus.
• Project Management certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Owns firing-process optimization and equipment performance improvements.
• Collaborates with suppliers and internal teams from R&D to manufacturing.
• Leads technology transfers and scale-up for production.
• Speaks to safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Drives yield improvements and capital equipment efficiency.

Skills

High temp firing

Vacuum furnaces

Mass/heat balance

Refractory materials

Material properties

Equipment commissioning

Lean Six Sigma

Automated engineering

Cross-functional

Education

B.S. Mechanical/Chemical/Ceramic Eng

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

PM Certification (plus)

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Autodesk Inventor

MasterCAM

MS Office

Job description

CoorsTek, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Global Process Engineer specializing in Kiln/Firing to lead firing-process initiatives worldwide.

The role covers equipment installation, materials of construction, and technology transfers, with a focus on yield improvements and safe, efficient capital equipment operation. Regular travel is required to support global sites. The candidate will interface with suppliers, R&D, and manufacturing teams, applying Lean Six Sigma and TOC methodologies to optimize