Investing Process Control Engineer LPCT

Precision Castparts Corp.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. seeks an experienced engineering professional to lead process improvements, perform data-driven analysis, and apply SPC to production areas. You will collaborate across departments to resolve parts issues while ensuring safety and on-time delivery.

The role emphasizes expertise in investment casting, PFMEA, dashboards, and cross-functional communication with leadership and shop floor teams. A technical degree and 3–5 years of related experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering/Technical Science preferred.
• 3–5 years engineering experience with data analysis and SPC.
• Experience writing technical processing requirements for manufacturing.
• Knowledge of materials science, manufacturing processes and investment casting.
• Manufacturing experience in aerospace-related environments.

Responsibilities

• Improve plant safety and set processing specifications for area of focus.
• Become subject matter expert for responsible area and track metrics.
• Learn JMP and apply statistical methods to process improvements.
• Develop and execute plans to reduce scrap and rework.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering to improve equipment functionality.
• Interface with other departments to resolve parts problems and meet deadlines.

Skills

Engineering principles

Data analysis

Excel

Communication

Problem solving

Team leadership

Process control

PFMEA

Dashboarding

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technical Science

Tools

JMP

WebFOCUS

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Primary Duties include planning, developing, evaluating, and conducting current state analysis and leading the implementation of technical projects towards future state objectives.

Problem Solving

• You will be responsible to research, select and implement solutions to a variety of problems using logical and analytical engineering techniques.

Communication

• You will collaborate and communication with various levels of the organization including production employees, supervisors, peers and subject matter experts.
• You will have the opportunity to present internal presentation and reports complex in nature to various members of leadership.
• You will participate and represent PCC on vendors and customer communications.

Leadership & Teamwork

• You will lead small groups and be a resource for the manufacturing workforce.
• You will be responsible for managing your project budgets and keeping your projects on track.

Autonomy

• You will receive general guidance on project work. You will have many tools, resources and experienced engineers to guide you and help you achieve your project objectives.

Job Functions

• Improve the safety of the plant
• Responsible for setting the specification for the processing of parts through their area of focus
• Become a subject matter expert for their area of responsibility
• Learn JMP
• Track department metrics and develop plans/execute plans to improve these metrics
• Use statistical process control to monitor the performance of the area and react to out of control conditions
• Reduce scrap and rework caused by their area of focus
• Work with Manufacturing Engineering to improve equipment functionality and implement new equipment
• Interface smoothly with other departments to develop joint plans for resolving parts problems.
• Work directly with multiple teams to successfully achieve varied goals.
• Perform audits to evaluate the conformance of the operations team to procedures and develop containment plans
• Run experiments to reduce process variability and reduce manufacturing costs
• Work closely with and favorably represent PCC with customers and suppliers.
• Maintain project plans and meet project deadlines
• Logical and analytical approach to problem solving
• Develop and maintain Process Maps, PFEMA’s, and control plans
• Develop and maintain Process Control Procedures

Experience & Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technical Science field (preferred)
• Ideally 3-5 years of experience in engineering related work
• Experience with data analysis and statistical process control
• Experience writing technical processing requirements for manufacturing or equivalent
• General knowledge of materials science engineering, manufacturing processes and investment casting technology
• Manufacturing experience

Required Skills:

• Knowledge and demonstrated ability in engineering principles and disciplines
• Excellent communication skills verbal and written
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with various levels of the organization
• Demonstrated high degree of objectivity and integrity in the evaluation of people and problems
• Demonstrated ownership of an area and while partnering with other stakeholders
• Experience with data collection and analysis using excel

Desired Skills:

• Process development or Process Control of Investing of metal parts
• JMP, Webfocus and PowerBI
• PFMEA, Control Plan, process mapping
• Dashboarding and Statistical Process Control implementation and sustainment
• Investment casting experience
• Heat Treatment experience (Ideally with Vacuum Furnaces)

Bonus to have Skills:

• Robotic and mechanical systems experience
• 3D printing experience
• Ignition and/or PLC programing
• Python, VBA

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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.

We are constantly searching for the best talent and offer excellent development programs for recent graduates as well as meaningful work experience for those still studying.