Process Engineer

Spectrum Advanced Manufacturing Technologies, Inc; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum AMT in Colorado Springs, CO seeks a Process Engineer to join the Engineering team. You will handle NPI tasks, yield and throughput improvements, technical projects, problem solving, and ensuring customer requirements are met under the Director of Engineering. Strong facilitation and communication skills are essential.

The role requires knowledge of production processes, equipment, and collaboration across functions; lean/6S experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, with 3–7 years in high-reliability environments.
• Experience with cable and harness assembly preferred.
• Knowledge of IPC/WHMA-A-620 Class 3 and NASA-STD-8739.1 standards.
• AS 9100 and ISO 9001:2015 environment experience.
• Ability to interpret complex drawings, BOMs, and specs.
• Experience with electrical testing (continuity, hi-pot).

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize technical projects from proposal through closeout.
• Lead cross-functional teams to improve processes.
• Develop and sustain repeatable CCA processes.
• Provide input to process flows and work instructions.
• Implement lean manufacturing or 6S methodologies.
• Review drawings, schematics, and specifications.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

6S methodology

Cross-functional teamwork

Problem solving

MS Office

Communication skills

Technical documentation

Industrial engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Electrical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

MS Office

Visio

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Title

Process Engineer - Manufacturing

Reports To

Director of Engineering

Summary

Spectrum AMT is seeking a motivated and seasoned Process Engineer to join the Engineering team at Spectrum AMT in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This position will be responsible for performing a variety of engineering tasks ranging from non‑recurring engineering for new product introduction, process yield and throughput enhancement, technical projects, solving engineering problems, reducing process obstacles, and ensuring all customer requirements are met or exceeded while reporting directly to the Director of Engineering. This person must have strong facilitation skills, be able to motivate teams effectively, and have excellent problem‑solving capabilities. This engineer needs to have a firm understanding of production processes and equipment and possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Duties and Responsibilities

• With little oversight, plan and organize technical projects from proposal through closeout.
• Self‑starter who takes initiative to improve processes and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and sustain repeatable CCA processes.
• Act as technical point of contact for specific customers or programs.
• Coordinate and communicate between functions for projects/programs as required.
• Assist in cost, labor and schedule estimates for new business proposals.
• Review technical drawings, schematics, specifications, component datasheets, etc.
• Provide input to process flows and work instructions.
• Demonstrated success in implementing lean manufacturing or 6S methodologies.

Experience Desired

• Demonstrated experience in cable and harness assembly processes within aerospace, defense, or high‑reliability industries.
• Strong working knowledge of IPC/WHMA‑A‑620 Class 3 requirements and acceptance criteria. Including workmanship, crimping, soldering, harness routing, shielding, labeling, backshell assembly and testing (continuity, hi‑pot, retention, and pull tests)
• Knowledge of ANSI/IPC-J-STD-001 and NASA-STD-8739.1/ standards
• Knowledge and experience operating in an AS 9100 and ISO 9001:2015 registered facility environment
• Experience writing technical reports and procedures
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, schematics, BOMs, and specifications.
• Experience with electrical testing (continuity, insulation resistance, hi‑pot).
• Experience working with cross‑functional teams to accomplish goals
• Able to work effectively with hourly and management personnel
• Capable of using MS Office tools such as MS Word, Excel, Vizio and PowerPoint
• AutoCad and/or SolidWorks experience preferred

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, preferred with 3 to seven years’ experience in high-reliability Circuit Card Assembly and/or Cable/Harness environment

Competencies

• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision‑making process; Makes timely decisions
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem‑solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Project Management - Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
• Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities; Adapts strategy to changing conditions.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Frequently required to stand/sit
• Frequently required to walk
• Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity