Product Engineer

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC); Wickliffe (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. in Wickliffe, OH is seeking a mechanical/aerospace engineer to lead process development and scrap-elimination efforts for airfoil investment castings.

The role focuses on defining controls, writing engineering instructions, and managing schedule and budgets for product releases. Candidate must have a strong analytical mindset, experience with process controls, and the ability to drive cost reductions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Materials or related Engineering discipline.
• Hands-on experience in the airfoils investment casting industry a plus.
• Analytical, problem solving, and process improvement ability.
• Working knowledge of process control methods.
• Demonstrated ability to develop & execute action plans that deliver results.

Responsibilities

• Develop processes, define controls, and institute scrap elimination efforts on assigned parts.
• Write, issue, and continually update Engineering instructions.
• Manage activities to stay on schedule for product release, while maintaining budgeted development and part costs.
• Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities.
• Continuously evaluate/improve processes to maintain or improve yields.
• Conduct dimensional probability studies.
• Initiate, complete, and submit product qualifications.
• Develop and implement part-specific procedures.
• Use statistical and graphical analysis to disposition yield and dimensional elements of casting.
• Develop conceptual designs of tooling and coordinate detailed design and build instructions.

Skills

Analytical

Problem solving

Process improvement

Leadership

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

3D CAD software

PFMEA

Control Plan

Process Control

Job description

23281

Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop processes, define controls, and institute effective scrap elimination efforts on assigned parts.
• Write, issue, and continually update Engineering instructions.
• Manage activities to stay on schedule for product release, while maintaining budgeted development and part costs.
• Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities.
• Continuously evaluate/improve processes that maintain or improve upon budgeted yields.
• Conduct dimensional probability studies.
• Initiate, complete, and submit product qualifications.
• Develop and implement part specific procedures.
• Use statistical and graphical analysis techniques to disposition yield and dimensional elements of the casting process.
• Develop conceptual designs of required tooling and coordinate detailed design and build instructions with in house and outside tool rooms.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Materials or other related Engineering discipline.
• Hands-on experience in the airfoils investment casting industry a plus
• Proven analytical, problem solving, and process improvement ability
• Working knowledge of process control methods
• Demonstrated ability to develop & execute action plans that will deliver results
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities and easily adapt to changing situations and priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead programs/projects
• Proficiency in a major, industry standard 3D CAD software package
• Working knowledge of Zero-Defect Program: PFMEA, Control Plan, Process Control
• Six Sigma Certification a plus
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident (green card holder)

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.

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.

Company Profile

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.