Lead Assembly & Test Process Engineer

Pure Power Technologies Inc; Blythewood (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Pure Power Technologies Inc. is seeking a hands-on Senior Process Engineer to lead assembly and test process improvements in our automotive-focused production environment.

You will troubleshoot yields, uptimes and product issues while mentoring technicians and associates. You will develop and implement new processes for product launches, manage capital projects, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across cross-functional teams, with a focus on automation, data analysis, and adherence to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• At least 6 years of process engineering experience.
• At least 6 years of manufacturing experience.
• US Citizen or Green Card Holder.
• Automotive manufacturing experience with a focus on production testing.
• Experience with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Experience of assembly and or testing of complex mechanical components.
• Experience with common assembly process and equipment including DC Torque drivers, Machine vision, Press operations, Robotic pick and place systems, leak testing, Laser marking and welding.
• Experience in managing capital projects including specifying, selecting, runoff, installation and release to production.
• Use data to drive the decision-making process, utilizing tools such as Six Sigma, GR&R, 8D and APQP.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while providing day-to-day production support.
• Ability to effectively communicate issues relating to production and projects including deadlines, quality concerns and line down time.
• Effective communicator with all levels of the organization.
• Proven time management skills and a respect of deadlines.
• Exposure to LEAN tools.
• Ability to read machine prints.
• Experience working with micron-level tolerances.
• Experience with high levels of automation.
• Ability and desire to “do what it takes”.

Responsibilities

• Develop and define processes within Assembly and Test and operational improvement.
• Lead product performance investigations as it relates to production or customer field issues.
• Develop, write, and maintain process-specific documentation including: control plans, PFMEAs, Operator Work Instructions, Preventative Maintenance Plans, Process Sheets.
• Ability to provide high-level troubleshooting support to maintenance and technicians. Utilizing machine documentation, supplier contacts and sound problem-solving techniques.
• Work with controls engineering to specify and debug code for automation.
• Perform statistical analysis on large data sets and provide reports in support of internal and external customer activities.
• Work with cross-functional teams including Design, Quality, Purchasing, Logistics and Operations, in support of current and new programs.
• Make recommendations on future development needs for product lines within Assembly and test areas.
• Develop and execute project plans within assigned areas to meet
• Work with external vendors and companies to define, select, deliver and qualify new solutions for the assembly and test process, using industry best practices.
• Make recommendations of modifications to fixtures and tools to support quality and continuous improvement exercises.
• Train and mentor Manufacturing Technicians, Associates and Coaches in process and product related matters

Skills

Process engineering

Manufacturing

Lean tools

Six Sigma

Project management

Data analysis

APQP

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

DC Torque drivers

Machine vision

Press operations

Robotic pick and place

Leak testing

Laser marking

Welding

Job description

Pure Power Technologies Inc. is seeking a hands-on Senior Process Engineer to lead assembly and test process improvements in our automotive-focused production environment.

You will troubleshoot yields, uptimes and product issues while mentoring technicians and associates. You will develop and implement new processes for product launches, manage capital projects, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across cross-functional teams, with a focus on automation, data analysis, and adherence to