Process Engineer

TTM Technologies, Inc.; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k

Paid vacation & holidays

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Job summary

TTM Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Process Engineer to drive process improvements for specialty PCBs and interface with multiple departments to optimize manufacturing workflows.

The role emphasizes DOE-based evaluation, equipment software troubleshooting, and strong problem-solving in a fast-paced environment. ITAR compliance and safety requirements apply, with potential weekend work and physical duties as described.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering required.
• Experience with root cause analysis and process qualification.
• Willingness to work up to 9 hours/day, 5 days/week, weekends if needed.
• ITAR compliance requires U.S. citizenship or permanent resident.
• Ability to lift up to 45 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Interface with departments to maintain, analyze, and improve processes.
• Qualify new processes; perform DOE and capability testing.
• Program and troubleshoot equipment software.
• Provide technical support for customers and suppliers.
• Maintain safety standards and PPE compliance.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Project management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

TTM Technologies, Inc. – Publicly Traded US Company, NASDAQ (TTMI) – Top-5 Global Printed Circuit Board Manufacturer

About TTM

TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology products, including mission systems, radio frequency(“RF”) components, RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and technologically advanced printed circuit boards(“PCB”s). TTM stands for time-to-market, representing how TTM's time-critical, one-stop design, engineering and manufacturing services enable customers to reduce the time required to develop new products and bring them to market.

Additional information can be found at www.ttm.com

Scope:

The Process Engineer will be involved with all aspects associated with the planning / process and fabrication of specialty printed circuit boards. Long-term goals are to manage projects independently and to develop customer interface skills.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Interface with various departments to maintain, analyze, and improve all processes, production and associated controlled documentation.
• Internal and external qualification of new processes.
• Root cause analysis of day-to-day issues associated with the departments.
• Evaluation of equipment through DOE and capability testing.
• Accountable for programming and troubleshooting of equipment software.
• Provide technical and analytical support for all customers and suppliers associated with product and chemical processes, respectively.
• Communicates regularly to supervisors and managers, suggests and composes procedural changes, maintains a clean, safe work environment, and communicates to Supervisors’ safety hazards and issues.
• Generates, accumulates, and handles hazardous wastes generated in daily operations, as directed by the Environmental, Health, and Safety Manager.
• Responsibilities include the reporting of all accidents, near misses and safety concerns. Perform their job duties utilizing the required and appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Full participation in safety training and the ability to understand and follow the directions identified in Job Safety Analysis (JSA), PPE Assessments, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and all Safety Procedures and Alerts.

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Essential Knowledge and Skills:

• Understanding of manufacturing processes and process control, skilled at Root Cause Analysis.
• Well organized with strong project management skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• React quickly to day-to-day problems with timely solutions.
• Ability to make decisions fast and under pressure.
• Hands on with analytical approach to process and mechanical problems.
• Have good reading vision, hearing perception, and able to speak clearly.
• Works up to 9 hours a day, 5 days a week, and is flexible to work on weekends.
• Standing up to 8 hours per day, ability to lift 45 lbs., ability to walk, no respiratory issues
• Has fine motor skills and rapid mental-muscular coordination.
• Due to ITAR requirements, applicants must be a U.S. Citizen or a Permanent Resident.
• Regular attendance is an essential job function of this position.

Education:

• Bachelors Degree: Chemical Engineering

Preferred Experience:

• 0-5 years experience as a Process Engineer or 7+ years in PCB fabrication or engineering related experience.

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Compensation and Benefits:

TTM offers a variety of health and well-being benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, 401k, flexible spending and health savings accounts, accident benefits, life insurance, disability benefits, paid vacation & holidays. Benefits are available on the 1st of the month following date of hire. For some positions, only PTO and holiday benefits are offered.

Compensation ranges for roles at TTM Technologies varies depending on a wide array of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At TTM Technologies, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on each individual set of circumstances. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:

$62,337 - $103,895

Additional compensation: An annual or quarterly company bonus may apply based on position assignment. Positions hired for alternative shift may be eligible for a shift premium based on the assigned shift and location.

Export Statement:

Must comply with TTM Export Control Policies and Procedures and all applicable laws including ITAR, EAR and OFAC including but not limited to: a) being able to identify ITAR product on the manufacturing floor and understand that access to these products and related technical data is restricted to only US Citizens and US Permanent Residents; b) recognition of Foreign Person visitors by badge differentiation; c) understand and follow authorization procedures for bringing foreign visitors into facilities (VAL); d) understand the Export and ITAR requirements for shipments leaving the US; e) manage vendor approvals for ITAR manufacturing and services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.