Sr. Textile Engineer

enerpac; City of Cortland (NY); Hybrid; USD 96,500 - 144,750; Full time

Job summary

Cortland Biomedical designs and manufactures high-performance biomedical textile products, leveraging over 40 years of textile engineering experience to braid, knit and weave advanced materials for medical devices.

The role focuses on developing and documenting manufacturing processes, implementing clean-room protocols, and transferring new product developments to production. Occasional travel supports cross-site projects and customer collaborations.

Qualifications

• BS Degree in Mechanical, Textile or Biomedical Engineering from an accredited university.
• 3+ years of experience in an engineering function within a manufacturing environment - especially in highly regulated industries (medical, energy, aerospace, automotive, etc.).
• Experience with ERP systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop textile forming and finishing processes for new products in medical device applications.
• Support the development and documentation of detailed manufacturing processes to support new product development.
• Implement and optimize processes for manufacturing in a clean room environment.
• Create PFMEAs, EIOQs, Procedures, Work Instructions, Process Flows, Routers, and other QMS documentation in compliance with Cortland Biomedical QMS standards.
• Develop new technological solutions to manufacturing challenges including the use of digital tools for product documentation and traceability
• Write and execute engineering and validation protocols, to support process validations (IQ/OQ/PQ) and the creation of statistically derived product specifications.
• Responsible for the transfer of new product development processes to commercial production
• Support the creation, audit and review of test standards and methods for the analysis of design concepts and component assemblies.
• Support the identification, tracking, logistics and installation of capital equipment including potential travel for site acceptance testing.
• Support the design and manufacture of clean room compatible fixtures and tooling intended to aid manufacturing processes and interface with existing equipment.
• Expand Cortland Biomedical’s expertise in state-of-the-art engineering, manufacturing methods and materials utilization through technical journals, seminars, advance degree programs, etc.
• <10% domestic and international travel in support of customers, engineering projects, site acceptance tests and training

Skills

Polymers

Fibers

Fabrics

Communication

Technical writing

SolidWorks

Education

BS in Mechanical, Textile or Biomedical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Overview

CORTLAND – Who we are?

Cortland Biomedical custom builds high-performance biomedical textile structures. The company applies over 40 years of experience in textile engineering and advanced fabric design methods to braid, knit and woven products that meet the demands of a diverse set of customers in the biomedical product space. The company also offers a full range of design, development and manufacturing services as well as a wide variety of biomedical materials. Never comfortable with the status quo, complex biomedical textile challenges are tackled with agility, credibility and curiosity.

Cortland Biomedical is wholly owned by Enerpac Tool Group. Enerpac Tool Group Corp. is a premier industrial tools, services, technology, and solutions provider serving a broad and diverse set of customers and end markets for mission-critical applications in more than 100 countries. The Company makes complex, often hazardous jobs possible safely and efficiently. Enerpac Tool Group’s businesses are global leaders in high pressure hydraulic tools, controlled force products, and solutions for precise positioning of heavy loads that help customers safely and reliably tackle some of the most challenging jobs around the world. The Company was founded in 1910 and is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Enerpac Tool Group common stock trades on the NYSE under the symbol EPAC.

For further information on Cortland Biomedical, visit the Company's website at https://www.cortlandbiomedical.com/

For further information on Enerpac Tool Group and its businesses, visit the Company's website at https://www.enerpactoolgroup.com/.

Summary – basic function of the role

Design and develop biomedical textile products and processes, manufacturing methods, techniques, practices and procedures with a focus on component processing to ensure the manufacture of products which meet and exceed customer expectations.

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday

Location: In-office Monday – Thursday, Friday optional work-from-home

Address: 850 Lime Hollow Rd., Cortland, NY 13045

Salary Range: $96,500 - $144,750

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop textile forming and finishing processes for new products in medical device applications.
• Support the development and documentation of detailed manufacturing processes to support new product development.
• Implement and optimize processes for manufacturing in a clean room environment.
• Create PFMEAs, EIOQs, Procedures, Work Instructions, Process Flows, Routers, and other QMS documentation in compliance with Cortland Biomedical QMS standards.
• Develop new technological solutions to manufacturing challenges including the use of digital tools for product documentation and traceability
• Write and execute engineering and validation protocols, to support process validations (IQ/OQ/PQ) and the creation of statistically derived product specifications.
• Responsible for the transfer of new product development processes to commercial production
• Support the creation, audit and review of test standards and methods for the analysis of design concepts and component assemblies.
• Support the identification, tracking, logistics and installation of capital equipment including potential travel for site acceptance testing.
• Support the design and manufacture of clean room compatible fixtures and tooling intended to aid manufacturing processes and interface with existing equipment.
• Expand Cortland Biomedical’s expertise in state-of-the-art engineering, manufacturing methods and materials utilization through technical journals, seminars, advance degree programs, etc.
• <10% domestic and international travel in support of customers, engineering projects, site acceptance tests and training

Skills and Competencies

• Familiar with the physical and mechanical characteristics of polymers, fibers, yarns and fabrics a plus
• Effective verbal communication skills and comfortable interacting with team members and customers at all levels
• Effective technical writing skills consistent with writing engineering reports and quality management system documentation.
• Must have demonstrated creative problem solving and effective engineering decision making skills.
• Experience with Enterprise Resource Platforms (ERP) preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work well independently and as a team member
• Self-starter able to work under minimal supervision
• Capable of generating and delivering presentations to management, peers and labor force
• Demonstrated proficiency of design software such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks a plus
• Ability to communicate effectively, develop relationships, adapt, be customer focused, and innovate.

Education and Experience

• BS Degree in Mechanical, Textile or Biomedical Engineering from an accredited university
• 3+ years of experience in an engineering function within a manufacturing environment - especially in highly regulated industries (medical, energy, aerospace, automotive, etc.).

Physical Demands

Employee may have to lift documents/work materials up to 50 pounds in weight. Employee will have to be able to walk/climb to a variety of primary work locations, this can include occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like. Employee may move themselves in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces. Employee will need to move about to accomplish tasks or move from one worksite to another. Employee will need to operate machinery and/or power tools, motor vehicles, and heavy equipment. Employee will need to listen, understand, and speak with team members in person, telephonically, and electronically at all levels within a diverse workforce and with supported organizations. Employee will need to assess the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned. Employee will remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Employee will use repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and /or fingers. This will also include eye focus and fine finger dexterity required for threading high counts and small sizes of yarn into machines.

Work Environment

The primary work environment is in a controlled office space with temperature control. Long periods of sitting or computer work may be required. Secondary work environments may include areas that require additional PPE including, but not limited to eye, ear, foot and hand protection as well as specific gowning.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Direct Reports

N/A

Key External Contacts/Clients

Outside Contractors and Suppliers

Machine Designers/Builders

EEO Statement

Enerpac is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please reach out to us at [e-mail]