Sales NPI Process Engineer

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC); Douglas (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC) in the United States seeks a Sales NPI Process Engineer to lead process development for new products and ensure a smooth transition into full production.

You will collaborate with sales, accounting, and manufacturing teams to estimate costs, write work instructions, run trials, and analyze data to enable fast, reliable product launches.

Qualifications

• Proven analytical, problem solving, and process improvement ability.
• Demonstrated ability to develop & execute action plans that will deliver results.
• Working knowledge of PFMEA, Control Plan, and process control.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities under pressure.
• Ability to handle high stress with tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop processes and establish controls during development phase of new products to ensure a successful transition into full production.
• Collaborate with sales and accounting for cost estimations/analysis.
• Write part-specific work instructions for manufacturing operations.
• Perform data analysis to identify process improvements before production release.
• Conduct engineering trials to evaluate improvements to processes, tools, and equipment.
• Interface with all levels of manufacturing, management, PCC sites, suppliers and customers.
• Provide hands-on investigations and problem solving.

Skills

Analytical/problem solving

Action plans

PFMEA/Control Plan/Process control

Multi-tasking/prioritization

High-stress management

Written/Verbal communication

Interpersonal/leadership

Six Sigma certification

Minitab familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Hands-on experience in airfoils investment casting (plus)

Tools

Minitab

Job description

The Sales NPI Process Engineer position is responsible for engineering activities related to introducing new products into production

Essential Functions:

• Develop processes and establish controls during the development phase of new products to ensure a successful transition into full production
• Work with sales and accounting personnel in performing cost estimations / analysis
• Write part-specific work instructions for manufacturing operations
• Perform data analysis to identify necessary process improvements required before production release
• Perform engineering trials to evaluate improvements to processes, tools, and equipment
• Initiate and interface with all levels of manufacturing, management, other PCC sites, suppliers and customers
• Provide hands-on, floor level investigations and problem solving
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills:

• Proven analytical, problem solving, and process improvement ability
• Demonstrated ability to develop & execute action plans that will deliver results
• Working knowledge of a Zero Defect Program: PFMEA, Control Plan, Process control
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities and easily adapt to changing situations and priorities
• The ability to handle high stress associated with high activity with tight deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

Desired Skills:

• Highly organized, self‑motivated individual who can work independently as well as work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects.
• Six sigma Certification preferred
• Familiarity with Minitab software
• Proven experience in Manufacturing Industry

Experience & Education

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Metallurgical, Materials or other related Engineering discipline.
• Hands‑on experience in the airfoils investment casting industry a plus

Physical Demands

Infrequently

Occasionally

Frequently

Continually

1%

1-33%

34-66%

67-100%

1-2x hr.

3-6x hr.

7-30 hr.

>30x hr.

X

X

Kneeling

X

Reaching

X

Twisting

X

Sitting in a chair

X

X

Ladder Climbing

X

Other climbing (type)

X

Walking of rough surfaces

X

Near moving machinery

X

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.

Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship

Visit us at www.precast.com

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.

Relocation

Relocation is authorized for this position.

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.