Special Process Manufacturing Engineer

Triumph Group Inc

West Hartford, CT

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$75,000–$112,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, Blueprints, Business Support, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Cost Control, Data Formats, Data Mining, Documentation, Engineering Drawing, Ergonomics, Internal Audit, Machining, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Data Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Methods, Manufacturing Process Planning, Manufacturing Requirements, Manufacturing Systems, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Operations Planning, Performance Management, Plating Processes, Problem Solving Skills, Process Development, Process Engineering, Process Improvement, Process Manufacturing, Production Support, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Management, Quality System Requirements (QSR), Reporting Dashboards, Requirements Management, Staff Training, Supply Chain, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Support
LOCATION
West Hartford, CT
POSTED
4 days ago

Position Overview

Triumph is actively recruiting a Special Process Manufacturing Engineer (ME) to oversee processing in heat treat, plating and chemical processing lines. The ME will develop operational sequence and manufacturing methods and provide technical support to production. The position also entails driving process improvements, ensuring components are manufacturable and offer technical expertise to the production shop floor. Manufacturing support by way of technical dispositions, process documentation and manufacturing controls are also required. Strong problem-solving skills are a must to eliminate waste and drive process efficiency throughout the manufacturing process. Qualified candidates must attain strong mechanical and manufacturing knowledge.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain procedures, checklists, and process steps for special processes that include heat treating and plating
  • Manage the design and procurement of fixtures, tools, and gaging
  • Improve quality performance by identifying and eliminating the variation in the process
  • Provide technical support regarding all safety and ergonomics issues within the special processes area
  • Drive cost reductions to support the business performance
  • Work closely with Team Leads, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to meet customer expectations
  • Perform root case analysis and corrective actions on component non-conforming material
  • Train employees on equipment and procedures
  • Review new engineering drawings for special process manufacturability
  • Develop special processes that meet cost and design requirements from Engineering
  • Lead the introduction of special processes on new shafts, gears, and valves into Operations
  • Able to perform internal audits. Prefer familiarity with NADCAP audits
  • Prefer pyrometry knowledge
  • Work closely with Team Leaders, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to meet customer expectations.
  • Initiate, evaluate, and implement process improvements using RCCA principles.
  • Understand manufacturing capacity and capabilities planning.
  • Ensure compliance and flow down with industry specifications and requirements
  • Drive for continuous improvement of processes

Qualifications

  • Engineering degree or minimum of 2-year associate degree in an engineering related field with 5 years of related experience.
  • Prefer 2+ years of manufacturing or process planning experience.
  • Capable of reading blueprints, specifications
  • Strong analytical skills, including data mining, formatting, and analysis.
  • Ability to create and manage manufacturing data, database reports, dashboards, and visualizations.
  • Prefer familiarity with aerospace quality systems and manufacturing requirements
  • Good writing ability, strong computer knowledge, and good interpersonal and teamwork skills.

Employment Type: Full-Time / Salaried Exempt

Salary Range: $75K - $112K

About the Company

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Triumph Group Inc

Triumph Group, Inc. designs, engineers, manufactures, repairs and overhauls a broad portfolio of aerostructures, aircraft components, accessories, subassemblies and systems – providing integrated solutions for the global aerospace market. The company serves a broad, worldwide spectrum of the aviation industry, including original equipment manufacturers of commercial, regional, business and military aircraft and aircraft components, as well as, commercial and regional airlines and air cargo carriers.

Triumph is comprised of 45 highly specialized manufacturing companies, operating at 64 locations worldwide. The company is organized into three groups: Aerostructures, Aerospace Systems and Aftermarket Services.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Aerospace and Defense
FOUNDED
1993
WEBSITE
http://www.triumphgroup.com