Project Process Engineer

Sdms; South Dakota; On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Sdms seeks a Project-Based Launch Process Engineer to lead crankshaft machining process launches in automotive engine environments. You will optimize cycles, speeds, and tooling for rotating equipment including CNCs and grinders.

Responsibilities include run-offs, validations, and pre-production builds, plus upholding PFMEA, control plans, and PPAP. Travel USA/Canada is required to support deployments and start-ups.

Qualifications

• Experience with crankshaft manufacturing, machining, and rotating equipment.
• Strong in process validation & capability (Cp/Cpk).
• Knowledge of APQP and PPAP.
• Read GD&T and prints.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead machine runs off (cycle time, capability, quality).
• Execute Run Rate, validation, and pre-production builds.
• Support install & debug of rotating machine tools.
• Develop processes for crankshaft machining (turning, grinding).
• Set/optimize feeds, speeds, cycle times.
• Experience with carbide machining inserts and able to propose alternatives to improve quality and/or throughput.
• Troubleshoot vibration, runout, tool wear, finish issues.
• Drive OEE, scrap, cycle time, Cp/Cpk improvements.
• Support PFMEA, Control Plans, PPAP.
• Partner with production, maintenance, tooling, suppliers.
• Ensure safe operation of rotating equipment.

Skills

Crankshaft machining

Process validation

Cp/Cpk capability

APQP & PPAP

GD&T reads

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Job description

Project-Based Launch Process Engineer

Overview

• Project-based with defined scope, timeline, and hours; hourly pay rate: $50.00
• Assist with process launch in machining environments focusing on crankshaft machining for automotive engines
• Focus: rotating equipment (CNC, grinders, spindle systems)
• Manage run-offs, validations, and production readiness

Responsibilities

• Lead machine runs off (cycle time, capability, quality)
• Execute Run Rate, validation, and pre-production builds
• Support install & debug of rotating machine tools
• Develop processes for crankshaft machining (turning, grinding)
• Set/optimize feeds, speeds, cycle times
• Experience with carbide machining inserts and able to propose alternatives to improve quality and/or throughput
• Troubleshoot vibration, runout, tool wear, finish issues
• Drive OEE, scrap, cycle time, Cp/Cpk improvements
• Support PFMEA, Control Plans, PPAP
• Partner with production, maintenance, tooling, suppliers
• Ensure safe operation of rotating equipment

Qualifications

• Experience with crankshaft manufacturing, machining, and rotating equipment
• Strong in process validation & capability (Cp/Cpk)
• Knowledge of APQP and PPAP
• Read GD&T and prints
• Strong troubleshooting skills

Requirements

• Engineering degree or equivalent, and Crankshaft experience preferred
• 3-5+ yrs manufacturing and machining experience
• Ability to travel between the United States and Canada