Process Engineer

Victrex

$80K — $100K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Plastics, Composites, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering required, or extensive manufacturing experience considered.
  • Minimum 2 years of plastics/composites manufacturing experience, internships acceptable for recent graduates.
  • Experience in injection molding processes preferred.
  • Familiarity with robotics and automated manufacturing and inspection processes is a plus.
  • CAD experience required; SolidWorks familiarity preferred.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

  • Own assigned manufacturing cells, managing safety and maintenance programs and improvement projects.
  • Provide input on part design using processing knowledge.
  • Oversee procurement and commissioning of new capital projects.
  • Develop manufacturing processes and determine processing windows for diverse equipment.
  • Offer hands-on troubleshooting and support for manufacturing processes and machinery.
  • Evaluate and implement process and safety improvements.
  • Design and develop tooling and procedures in thermoplastic composite production.
  • Lead NPI projects from initiation to completion and ensure quality standards are met.

Benefits

  • Full-time onsite position with a Monday to Friday schedule.
  • Opportunity to work on innovative projects in thermoplastic composite production.
  • Potential for growth within a specialized field of aerospace composites.
Full Job Description
TxV Aerospace Composites is seeking a Process Engineer who will be responsible for supporting the production of thermoplastic composites parts and ensuring efficient and effective transfer of products into production. The ideal candidate will have industry experience in injection molding processes. This is a full-time salaried onsite role, Monday - Friday day shift.

Responsibilities & Accountabilities:
  • Ownership of assigned manufacturing cells, including safety, maintenance and calibration programs, improvement projects, hazard and risk analysis, work instructions and operator training.
  • Use processing knowledge to provide input for the design of new parts.
  • Manage procurement and commissioning of new capital projects as assigned
  • Develop processes for the manufacture of new parts, program machinery, operate equipment and determine processing windows on a wide variety of equipment.
  • Provide hands-on support, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement efforts for manufacturing processes and equipment.
  • Assess process capabilities, innovate and implement process and safety improvements.
  • Apply technical knowledge to design and develop processes, procedures, and tooling in thermoplastic composite production.
  • Participate in several NPI (new product introduction) projects simultaneously from start to finish.
  • Work closely with Quality organization to ensure all parts meet specified drawing requirements.
  • Lead projects to improve productivity and reduce defects through the implementation of process control, automation, or other modifications.
  • Adhere to all AS9100 and quality system requirements.

Education, Skills & Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Plastics, Composites, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering is required. Candidates with extensive manufacturing experience will also be considered.
  • Experience in injection molding processes would be advantageous.
  • Familiarity with robotics and automated manufacturing and inspection processes is preferred.
  • Minimum of 2 years of plastics/composites manufacturing experience. Recent college graduates with internship experience will also be considered.
  • CAD experience is required, familiarity with SolidWorks is preferred.
  • Demonstrated written and oral communication skills.
  • Working knowledge of mechanics, machining, polymer/composites processing, and lean manufacturing.
  • Exceptional problem-solving skills are necessary.
  • Must be able to perform in a team environment as well as work independently.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point.


NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE.

At present, we are not accepting any candidates via a recruitment agency or third party.

Department Specific Vacancies Role Manufacturing Locations Victrex Rhode Island Yearly salary $80,000 - $100,000

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