Manufacturing Engineer LPC

Precision Castpart; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer LPC to join the Structurals division in Oregon.

The role focuses on applying engineering principles to improve safety, compliance, quality, and delivery while leading capital improvements in an on-site manufacturing plant. Responsibilities include planning and executing technical projects, data-driven problem solving, cross-functional collaboration, and managing budgets and schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (minimum requirement)
• Prefer BS-Mechanical Engineering or BS-Manufacturing Engineering
• 3-5 years of experience in engineering related work (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, evaluate, and conduct current state analysis and lead the implementation of technical projects towards future state objectives.
• Research, select and implement solutions to problems using logic, analysis and engineering know-how.
• Gather and analyze data to develop engineered solutions to complex problems.
• Collaborate with production employees, maintenance personnel, suppliers, peers, supervisors, SMEs and plant leadership; present root cause analyses and project status.

Skills

Engineering principles

Communication

Team leadership

Problem solving

Ownership

Interpersonal effectiveness

Multitasking

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

BS-Mechanical Engineering

BS-Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

MS Office

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer LPC

As a Manufacturing Engineer you will be part of a dynamic technical team driving manufacturing safety, compliance, efficiency and productivity in a manufacturing plant environment. You will apply engineering principles to technical problems while researching and finding innovative and cost-effective means to improve safety, compliance, quality, and delivery. You will effect positive organizational change primarily through the execution of capital (machinery and equipment) improvements.

Location & Employment Details

• Country: United States of America
• State / County: Oregon
• City: Portland
• Division: Structurals
• Company: LPC
• Function: Engineering
• Workplace Type: On-Site
• Position type: Full Time
• Opportunity ID: 25044

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

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 for researching, selecting and implementing solutions to a variety of problems using logic, analysis and engineering know-how.
• You will gather and analyze data to develop engineered solutions to complex problems.

Communication

• You will collaborate and communicate with various levels of the organization including production employees, maintenance personnel, suppliers, peers, supervisors, subject matter experts and plant leadership.
• You will have the opportunity to present root cause analyses, project information and project status to various members of leadership.
• You will act with integrity while working with PCC suppliers and internal PCC stakeholders.

Leadership & Teamwork

• You will work within and lead small teams.
• You will be technical support for manufacturing and maintenance teams.
• You will be responsible for successfully managing project budgets and schedules.

Autonomy

• You will receive general guidance on tasks and project work.
• You will have access to the tools, resources and experienced engineers to help you achieve objectives.

Experience & Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (minimum requirement)
• Prefer BS-Mechanical Engineering or BS-Manufacturing Engineering
• 3-5 years of experience in engineering related work (preferred)

Required Skills And Attributes

• Ability to apply engineering principles to real-world plant and manufacturing issues
• Flexible with the ability to handle multiple assignments and shifting priorities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Interpersonal effectiveness; contribute to the team
• Follow-through: work projects from conceptàdevelopmentàimplementationàstart-up
• Objectivity and integrity in the evaluation of problems and execution of solutions
• Willingness and desire to be inquisitive, to explore, investigate and learn
• Act with a sense of urgency and ownershipProficient with AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks
• Proficient with MS Office applications

Desired Skills And Background

• Knowledge of equipment design and engineering
• Familiarity with facility equipment and systems
• Familiarity with PFMEA and DFMEA
• Project Management
• System design and development
• Materials science and material selection

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.

National Security And Export Controls

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.

About PCC

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.