Process Engineer

VPT Inc.; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

VPT, Inc. in Blacksburg, VA is seeking a Process Engineer to join the Quality Department and support both domestic and overseas manufacturing efforts. The role focuses on improving yield and throughput, performing RCCA via DOE, and managing capital projects.

The candidate will evaluate materials, develop documentation, and collaborate with suppliers, with domestic and international travel required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Science and Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in electronics assembly processes is preferred.
• Strong materials science and failure analysis knowledge related to assembly and reliability.
• Experience applying DOE methods for root cause analysis.
• Lean Six Sigma methodologies and process optimization experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; strong written and verbal communication.
• Knowledge of MIL-STD, J-STD or IPC standards is a plus.
• 3D modeling and drafting experience, SolidWorks preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support overseas manufacturing site by addressing production, quality and material supply challenges while driving process improvement to increase yield and throughput.
• Perform RCCA investigations via DOEs on product failures.
• Manage small to medium scale capital projects, including equipment selection and implementation.
• Create, edit, and review production documentation.
• Perform new material evaluation and run qualifications.
• Establish relationships with suppliers to ensure quality and timely deliveries.
• Support new product development and scale-up from prototype to full production.
• Travel internationally and domestically to production facilities.

Skills

DOE/Hypothesis testing

Lean Six Sigma

Failure analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication skills

Materials science knowledge

Education

Materials Science and Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Job description

VPT, Inc., a global leader in providing power conversion solutions for use in avionics, military, space and industrial applications, has an immediate opening for a Process Engineer. This is a full-time position located in our Blacksburg, VA headquarters. Reporting to the Process Engineering Manager, the Process Engineer will be a key member within our Quality Department.

Responsibilities will include:

• Support our overseas manufacturing site by addressing production, quality and material supply challenges while driving process improvement to increase yield and throughput.
• Perform root cause and corrective action (RCCA) investigation via DOEs on product failures.
• Manage small to medium scale capital projects such as equipment selection and implementation.
• Create, edit, and review production documentation.
• Perform new material evaluation and run qualifications.
• Establish relationships with suppliers to ensure quality and timely deliveries.
• Support new product development and scale-up from prototype to full production.
• Travel (international and domestic) to production facilities.

Because of the nature of the position, a US Person is required.

The anticipated starting salary range for this position is $65,000 - $125,000 annually

Salary Range Disclaimer: The base salary range represents the low and high end of the VPT, Inc., starting salary range for this position. Actual starting salary will vary depending on location, education and experience. The range listed is just one factor of the VPT, Inc., total compensation package. Other factors include paid holidays, paid time off, health and dental insurance, 401(k) with match, disability insurance, life insurance and flexible spending accounts.

VPT, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity/VET/Disability Employer

Requirements

Qualifications:

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in either of the following:

• Materials Science and Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering

Preferred:

• Background in electronic assembly process.
• Background in MIL-STD, J-STD or IPC Standards.
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams.
• Strong materials science and failure analysis (FA) knowledge related to assembly chip-packaging, materials and reliability failures.
• Proficient in applying DOE vs. Hypothesis tool for root cause analysis.
• Strong knowledge of process optimization techniques and Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Environmental testing experience (thermal, shock, vibration, etc.)
• 3D modeling and drafting (SolidWorks preferred)

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by law.