Job Title:  Process Engineer

AMETEK Specialty Metals Products (SMP) Wallingford is a US-based pioneer in the manufacturer of High Purity Metal Strip, Specialty Shaped Wire, Engineered Shaped Components and Thermal Management Materials. With more than 50 years of experience, AMETEK SMP Wallingford has numerous patents in technically advanced metallurgical materials and is a global leader in High Purity Materials via Wrought Powder Metallurgy.

AMETEK is seeking a hands-on, highly motivated Process Engineer who will be responsible for continous improvement, problem solving, and process metallurgy to meet customer demands. This role will report to the Operations Manager at the Wallingford, CT Facility. 

The candidate must be able to learn and manage various tasks essential for the Finishing department, including planning, scheduling, inventory management, cost analysis, and ERP system implementation. Effective communication with sales and optimization of production processes are also crucial for ensuring smooth operations and achieving departmental goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops and maintains a strong technical competency in our core products, customer requirements, and manufacturing processes.
• Provides technical, and applied research to manufacturing, focused on product and process improvement. 
• Remains current on new technology options for Ametek products and manufacturing processes, and regularly shares information with the workforce, customers, and vendors.
• Develops and drives several concurrent operational excellence (OPEX) projects.
• Supports safety improvements of equipment and processes and promotes “Zero-Incident” culture.
• Generates new/updated Standard Operating Procedures, Work Instructions, and Process Control Plans.
• Generates reports to document and communicate all Process Engineering activities.
• Works with Engineering Manager and others to originate Capital Appropriation Requests and similar documents to support new or changed equipment.
• Performs Root Cause/Failure Analysis of products during manufacturing and/or during fabrication/assembly of product for safety, quality and production issues.
• Define production structures for orders to be manufactured.
• Review manufacturing capabilities for quote reviews with commercial department.
• Define metallurgical capability of Ametek products.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing problems on the floor with operators.
• Perform any other duties as needed to support production and quality objectives.

• Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS:

• Strong background in math and statistics preferred. 
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, and associated Office programs.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities with timely results.
• Experience with CAD/SolidWorks software preferred.
• Proven ability to work productively with individuals at all levels inside and outside an organization.
• Works independently with minimum supervision.
• Ability to interface with vendors, customers, and cross-functional teams to solve problems.
• Experience with utilizing Kaizen methods preferred
• Green belt/Six Sigma belt certification and application experience preferred

REQUIREMENTS:

• BS in Mechanical Engineering (Metallurgical/Materials Engineering preferred)
• 5 years of experience in a manufacturing facility, with emphasis on process improvement, an understanding of manufacturing processes, troubleshooting, and material testing.
• Must be a U.S. Person (ITAR regulated facility)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• This position requires walking, standing, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, sitting, feeling, seeing, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
• Ability to work around and on industrial equipment.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment (e.g., forklift)
• Ability to work from heights.
• Ability to ascend and descend steep stairs and platforms.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Must be willing to work around dust, and other substances.
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed boots, and hearing protection.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Required to work in a normal office environment with significant time spent in the production area.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The production area is not climate controlled.