Manufacturing Engineer

Westinghouse Electric Company; Hopkins (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Wellness Programs

401(k) with company match

Paid vacations and holidays

Flexible work arrangements

Educational reimbursement

Employee referral program

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company in Columbia, SC is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer for the Pelleting department. You will provide direct engineering support to Operations, focusing on product and process specifications, procedures, equipment optimization and maintenance, reporting to the Chemical Engineering Manager, and working 100% onsite.

Key responsibilities include data analysis, leading major projects, equipment design and upgrades, and collaborating with management to optimize

Qualifications

• BS in an engineering discipline (Ceramic, Materials, or Chemical Engineering).
• 3–5 years in a manufacturing environment preferred but not required.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze data to define problems; perform tests and implement corrective actions.
• Lead major manufacturing or process engineering projects including budgets and schedules.
• Design, install and qualify new equipment; upgrade existing equipment to improve utilization.
• Analyze and propose use of new technologies to solve manufacturing problems.
• Prepare technical papers and presentations for customers and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with management on production capabilities and schedules.
• Represent Westinghouse in professional societies or industry associations.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's degree in Ceramic, Materials, or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role:

As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer for the Pelleting department, you will provide direct engineering support to Operations covering the manufacturing or process department spanning product and process specs, procedures and instructions, equipment optimization and maintenance.

You will report to the Chemical Engineering Manager and be located at Columbia, SC. You will support this role 100% onsite.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collect and analyze data to define problems; perform tests to generate solutions; implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Lead major manufacturing or process engineering projects including responsibility for expenditure of funds, schedules and implementation of process or manufacturing equipment in areas of responsibility.
• Assume lead technical responsibility the specifications of new process, design, development, installation and qualification of new equipment. This also includes supporting equipment design upgrades to current equipment to improve equipment utilization and optimization.
• Analyze and recommend utilization of technological innovations in material, machinery, manufacturing and chemical processing techniques to solve complex manufacturing problems.
• Analyze and make proposals, renew business opportunities and plant or division strategic plans.
• Prepare technical papers and make formal presentations to customers and others.
• Confer with management, engineering and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.
• Represent Westinghouse on professional society or industry trade associations.

Qualifications:

• BS in an engineering discipline, Ceramic, Materials, or Chemical Engineering
• Minimum of 3- 5 years in a manufacturing environment is preferred but not required (level will be determined based on years of experience)
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles
• We desire experience in powder processing and sintering, but do not require it.
• Nuclear is desired but not required

We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $85,200 to $106,500 per year.

Why Westinghouse?

Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:

• Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
• Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members
• 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement
• Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
• Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance
• Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers
• Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
• Employee Referral Program

Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system:

• Safety and Quality
• Integrity and Trust
• Customer Focus and Innovation
• Speed and Passion to Win
• Teamwork and Accountability

While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

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