Product Engineer
PCT - Pacific Cast Technologies
Albany, OR
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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Aerospace Engineering, Aerospace and Defense, CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Software, Casting, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Customer Service Evaluation, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Experiment Design, Identify Issues, Import/Export, Legal, Lost-Wax Casting, Machine Tool, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Technology, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Material Science, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Military, Operational Support, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Capability, Process Development, Process Improvement, Product Engineering, Product Positioning, Product Reviews, Product Support, Product/Service Launch, Productivity Management, Profit & Loss, Regulatory Compliance, Safety/Work Safety, Sales, Statistics, Systems Administration/Management, Technical Support, Time Management, United States Department of Energy (DOE), Writing Skills
LOCATION
Albany, OR
POSTED
30+ days ago
Product Engineer - Aerospace Components
If you would love to be part of a company that is poised for substantial growth with opportunities for advancement then working for CPP and it's subsidiaries may be the right fit for you! We have multiple facilities in Albany, OR and are a world class supplier of titanium castings and components for the aerospace industry. If you are selected to join our team you will enjoy benefits such as quarterly bonus, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), company paid life insurance, and other great benefits!
Primary Purpose:
This position is a key member of the Engineering team, working closely with Sales/Customer Service & Quality team members to assist with customer questions regarding technical specifications of our products. This position will also provide technical support to the Operations team throughout the manufacturing process in our foundry. Product Engineers are responsible for driving the New Product Introduction process, continuous improvement, and working directly with our key customers.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Be accountable for working safely by following all safety rules and safe work practices.
- Participate in and lead safety improvement activities.
- Own and achieve scrap, rework and profitability targets for assigned part programs.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on scrap reduction, cycle time improvements, and productivity gains.
- Provide technical support to manufacturing team and troubleshoot casting quality issues.
- Collaborate with manufacturing team to develop and implement rework or containment plans when nonconformances occur.
- Develop and maintain dimensional inspection plans to verify compliance with customer requirements.
- Perform statistical analysis studies and work with customers to align customer drawing requirements with internal capability.
- Plan and execute designed experiments (DOE) and technical trials to improve process capability.
- Design and optimize gating systems and riser configurations to ensure sound castings and robust manufacturing processes.
- Lead and facilitate cross-functional improvement teams focused on root cause problem solving.
- Interface directly with customers to support technical reviews, product changes, and improvement initiatives.
- Support new product introduction activities including process development, tooling and fixture design, and qualification trials.
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, material science or manufacturing technology
- 2-3 years previous experience in a Product Engineering or Engineering Technician role, preferable Investment Castings.
- Proficient computer skills to include Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, CAD Software.
- Understanding of statistical evaluation, data analysis and experimentation techniques.
- Excellent written, verbal, & presentation communications skills
- Ability to work effectively throughout all levels of the organization, including directly with our customers
- Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills
- Ability to communicate effectively between coworkers, supervisors, and management team
Working Conditions:
- Office within manufacturing facility
- Physical Demands: Sitting for long periods of time, able to lift up to 10lbs, extended periods of time using a computer screen.
Schedule:
- Day Shift - Monday-Friday
Consolidated Precision Products (CPP) is an industry-leading manufacturer of highly-engineered
components and sub-assemblies, supplying the commercial aerospace, military and industrial markets with small-to-large “function critical” products. CPP provides its customers with a “total solution” source, taking them from concept to finished product with one of the broadest and most diverse product offerings in the industry. More information about our company can be found at: http://www.cppcorp.com/
U.S. person status is required for this position in order to comply with the Arms Export Control and Export Administration Act. U.S. persons are U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
CPP Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits, hires, trains, and promotes employees in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran's status, or other legally protected status.
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