Senior Process & Test Engineer

Stanadyne; Blythewood (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanadyne in Blythewood, SC seeks a hands-on Process Engineer to assemble and test mechanical components, lead manufacturing improvements, and investigate production issues. You will develop documentation such as control plans and PFMEAs while mentoring technicians and coordinating with multiple teams.

The role requires a BS in Mechanical Engineering, 6+ years in process and manufacturing, and experience with automated assembly, Six Sigma, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• Experience with assembly and testing of mechanical components.
• Background in automotive manufacturing and automated systems.
• Experience with PFMEAs, control plans, and work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and define processes within Assembly and Test and operational improvement.
• Lead product performance investigations related to production or field issues.
• Develop, write, and maintain process documentation (control plans, PFMEAs, Operator Work Instructions, Preventative Maintenance Plans, Process Sheets).
• Provide high-level troubleshooting support to maintenance and technicians using machine documentation and problem-solving techniques.
• Collaborate with controls engineering to specify and debug code for automation.
• Perform statistical analysis on large data sets and report findings for internal and external customers.
• Work with cross-functional teams including Design, Quality, Purchasing, Logistics and Operations.
• Make recommendations on future development needs for assembly and test lines.
• Develop and execute project plans within assigned areas to meet objectives.
• Engage with external vendors to define, select, deliver and qualify new solutions for assembly and test processes.

Skills

Process engineering

Manufacturing

Data analysis

Six Sigma

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

This position is responsible for Assembly and/or Test of assigned product lines. This is a hands‑on role supporting the daily production and long‑term strategy needs of operations. Duties include high‑level troubleshooting of processes, including yields, uptimes, and product‑related issues. Additional responsibilities include training and mentoring technicians and associates; Developing, implementing, and managing new processes for product launches; and defining and implementing continuous improvement activities.

We are looking for someone who demonstrates:

• Passionate customer focus
• Observant critical thinking
• Thoughtful, fast, disciplined execution
• A commitment to continuous improvement
• A strategic approach to planning tasks
• A relentless drive to succeed

Here is a glimpse of what you’ll do:

• Develop and define processes within Assembly and Test and operational improvement
• Lead product performance investigations as it relates to production or customer field issues.
• Develop, write, and maintain process‑specific documentation including: control plans, PFMEAs, Operator Work Instructions, Preventative Maintenance Plans, Process Sheets
• Ability to provide high‑level troubleshooting support to maintenance and technicians. Utilizing machine documentation, supplier contacts and sound problem‑solving techniques
• Work with controls engineering to specify and debug code for automation
• Perform statistical analysis on large data sets and provide reports in support of internal and external customer activities
• Work with cross‑functional teams including Design, Quality, Purchasing, Logistics and Operations, in support of current and new programs
• Make recommendations on future development needs for product lines within Assembly and test areas
• Develop and execute project plans within assigned areas to meet
• Work with external vendors and companies to define, select, deliver and qualify new solutions for the assembly and test process, using industry best practices
• Make recommendations of modifications to fixtures and tools to support quality and continuous improvement exercises
• Train and mentor Manufacturing Technicians, Associates and Coaches in process and product related matters

Here is some of what you’ll need (required):

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering AND
• At least 6 years of process engineering experience AND
• At least 6 years of manufacturing experience
• US Citizen or Green Card Holder
• Automotive manufacturing experience with a focus on production testing
• Experience with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Experience of assembly and or testing of complex mechanical components
• Experience with common assembly process and equipment including DC Torque drivers, Machine vision, Press operations, Robotic pick and place systems, leak testing, Laser marking and welding
• Experience in managing capital projects including specifying, selecting, runoff, installation and release to production
• Use data to drive the decision‑making process, utilizing tools such as Six Sigma, GR&R, 8D and APQP
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while providing day‑to‑day production support
• Ability to effectively communicate issues relating to production and projects. including deadlines, quality concerns and line down time.
• Effective communicator with all levels of the organization
• Proven time management skills and a respect of deadlines.
• Exposure to LEAN tools
• Ability to read machine prints
• Experience working with micron-level tolerances
• Experience with high levels of automation
• Ability and desire to “do what it takes”

Here are skills and abilities we would like for you to have (preferred):

• Fuel or Air system experience
• Experience with testing and instrumentation, including leak testing, pressure measurement, NVH, fuel system measurement
• Experience with high levels of automation
• Experience with micron level tolerances