Process Engineer

POSITION SUMMARY

The Automation/Programming Process Engineer is responsible for developing, writing, and maintaining programs for automated equipment including Trumpf lasers, Amada ATC press brake, Amada Pega CNC, Fanuc, and Universal Robots UR series integrated robotic arms and other automated fabrication platforms for products from beginning-concept into the final marketplace. This person will work closely with other company team members such as Project Managers, Industrial Designers, Mechanical and Electrical & Process Engineers, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Material Planning through product realization. They provide programs to operate the equipment based on Engineering specifications and initial instructions and diagrams for manufacturing use. They perform various tasks to support the research and development department including regular product troubleshooting, investigation, and manufacturing support.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Interfaces with other engineers, technicians, and project team members to determine & achieve desired product requirements.
• Discusses design, method of manufacture, method of test, and other procedures with team members to coordinate product development & realization with information provided via CAD drawings to develop programs for the equipment to produce parts.
• Supports Material Planning with vendor/supplier quotes and price negotiations, recommendations, and problem resolution and technical issues/questions for machine parts and software licenses.
• Research new techniques, products, materials, and processes as well as new vendors/suppliers as required.
• Works to optimize the manufacturing processes by reducing set up & production time while sustaining or improving quality.
• Perform product qualifications, evaluate product, and project requirements, and assist in development of products.
• Support metal, plastic, and assembly work cells to reduce scrap and implement poke yoke solutions to eliminate human error.
• Reading and understanding Blueprints and Drawing Symbols.

ESSENTIAL TASKS

• Set up and validate CNC and automated programs for product or component evaluation and/or validation.
• Perform required tests for product verification, validation, quality, and production. Observe and record test results. Generate formal test and design evaluation reports for engineering approval.
• Design, document, assemble, and evaluate/test prototype and modified production for mechanically produced products.
• Provide written and resource data into the company's ISO-driven QMS system.
• Provide written proposals and justifications for improving product performance, reliability, cost, etc.
• Provide written engineering change packages to drive product development and production part changes for company approval.
• Provide or suggest sources for new products/components. Perform required tests to evaluate new products/components.
• Support converting manual operations into automated processes.
• Support Manufacturing Manager.