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This role works across process development, automation, and facility teams to ensure efficient, safe, and reliable movement of materials through manufacturing operations, from raw material receipt through finished product handling. The Process Engineer – Automation and Materials Handling supports the development, implementation, and optimization of automated manufacturing and material handling systems within complex industrial and production environments.

MS Technology, Inc. is seeking a Process Engineer – Automation and Materials Handling to support our client in Oak Ridge, TN. Description The Process Engineer – Automation and Materials Handling supports the development, implementation, and optimization of automated manufacturing and material handling systems within complex industrial and production environments. This role works across process development, automation, and facility teams to ensure efficient, safe, and reliable movement of materials through manufacturing operations, from raw material receipt through finished product handling. Responsibilities<ul><li style="text-align:justify">Design, develop, and support automated and semi-automated material handling systems, including conveyors, robotics, automated guided vehicles (AGVs), gantries, lifts, and transfer systems.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Support integration of automation and material handling systems with manufacturing processes, utilities, and facility infrastructure.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Develop and document process and system designs, including process flow diagrams (PFDs), system layouts, equipment specifications, and automation architectures.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Support the selection, specification, and procurement of automation and material handling equipment, sensors, controls, and related components.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Collaborate with controls, electrical, mechanical, and facility engineering teams to ensure seamless system integration.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Support process automation efforts, including sensor selection, control logic development, data acquisition, and system validation.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Perform process analysis, simulations, and throughput modeling to optimize material flow, capacity, reliability, and safety.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Support installation, commissioning, and start-up of automation and material handling systems.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs), maintenance plans, and troubleshooting guides for automated systems.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Support quality assurance activities, including inspections, testing, and documentation to ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and operational requirements.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities related to automation efficiency, system reliability, and operational safety.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Participate in hazard analyses and safety reviews related to automated equipment, robotics, and material handling operations.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and technicians supporting automation and material handling systems.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Participate in cross-functional teams to standardize engineering workflows, automation standards, and documentation practices.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Maintain professional communication and documentation standards in all interactions.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Perform other duties as assigned by management.</li></ul><div style="text-align:justify"></div>Minimum Qualifications<ul><li style="text-align:justify">Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Mechatronics, Chemical, or related Engineering discipline from an ABET EAC–accredited program is required.</li><li style="text-align:justify">5 years or more of relevant work experience is preferred. Advanced degrees may be in lieu of some years of experience.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Experience with automation systems and material handling equipment in manufacturing or industrial environments is required.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Experience with robotics, conveyors, AGVs, automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS), or similar material handling technologies is strongly preferred.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Experience developing or supporting automated process systems, including sensors, PLCs, HMIs, and industrial control systems.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Ability to develop and interpret process and system documentation, including layouts, equipment specifications, and flow diagrams.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Experience supporting equipment installation, commissioning, and operational troubleshooting.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Knowledge of applicable safety standards and codes related to automation and material handling systems.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and throughput optimization.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Experience with 2D and or 3D engineering and manufacturing tools is preferred.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.</li></ul>Benefits:All eligible employees enjoy an excellent benefits package, including medical/dental/vision insurance, short/long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off including holidays, and tuition reimbursement.EEO Statement:MSTI is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified candidates, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. MSTI is an E-Verify employer. If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: HR@mstechnology.com.EEO Employer/Vet/DisabledPowered by JazzHR

MS Technology, Inc.

Process Engineer – Automation and Materials Handling

ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology)

Analysis Skills

Automation

Automation Systems

Commissioning

Communication Skills

Continuous Improvement

Control Systems

Conveyor Systems

Cross-Functional

Customer Support/Service

Documentation

Documentation Standards

Electricity

Equipment Specification

Facilities Engineering

Hazard Analysis

Identify Issues

Lean Manufacturing

Maintain Compliance

Manufacturing

Manufacturing Operations

Manufacturing Systems

Manufacturing/Industrial Processes

Mechanical Engineering

Mentoring

Problem Solving Skills

Process Analysis

Process Development

Process Engineering

Process Flow Diagram (PFD)

Procurement Specifications

Production Systems

Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)

Quality Assurance

Regulatory Compliance

Robotics

Safety Codes

Safety Compliance

Safety Standards

Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)

Standards Development

Startup

System Integration (SI)

System Operations

System Validation

Systems Reliability

Technical Leadership

Testing

Tool and Die Manufacturing

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Lead product innovation efforts by identifying emerging trends and emerging technologies that could be incorporated into new and existing products to enhance our robotic systems capabilities and market competitiveness. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies.

Responsibilities:
Peraton is seeking an experienced Senior Engineering Manager to lead our engineering team supporting the new product development of our advanced unmanned robotic systems. This role provides leadership to the engineering organization while driving innovation, product development, and cost optimization initiatives that support mission-critical solutions for our customers. The ideal candidate will oversee engineering staff, guide technical strategies, and ensure the successful execution of new product development and enhancements to existing robotic systems. This leader will also drive value engineering and value analysis initiatives to improve product performance, manufacturability, and lifecycle cost while supporting operational efficiency. What You’ll Do: <ul style="margin-top:0in"><li>Lead new product innovation and development efforts for robotic systems, including concept development, design, prototyping, testing, and transition to manufacturing.</li><li>Lead product innovation efforts by identifying emerging trends and emerging technologies that could be incorporated into new and existing products to enhance our robotic systems capabilities and market competitiveness.</li><li>Drive enhancements and upgrades to existing robotic and automated product lines.</li><li>Provide organizational leadership, mentoring, and performance management for engineering staff while fostering a high-performing, collaborative culture.</li><li>Conduct assessments of the engineering organization to ensure proper structure, capabilities, and alignment with company objectives.</li><li>Implement value engineering and value analysis initiatives to reduce costs, improve product performance, and optimize manufacturing processes.</li><li>Partner with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to improve product design, manufacturability, and production efficiency.</li><li>Ensure engineering processes, documentation, and design standards are aligned with company and industry requirements.</li><li>Support troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives across engineering and manufacturing operations.</li></ul>

Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications: <ul style="margin-top:0in"><li style="font-family:'arial' , 'helvetica' , sans-serif">12 years experience, may have supervisory or management experience</li><li style="font-family:'arial' , 'helvetica' , sans-serif">10+ years of product design, product development, and new product launch experience.</li><li style="font-family:'arial' , 'helvetica' , sans-serif">9+ years of hands-on mechatronic or mechanical design experience, specifically highlighting complex kinematics and multi-DOF manipulators.</li><li style="font-family:'arial' , 'helvetica' , sans-serif">5+ years of demonstrated engineering organizational leadership experience across multiple engineering disciplines.</li><li style="font-family:'arial' , 'helvetica' , sans-serif">Experience developing solutions that support state and local first responder agencies / customers.</li><li style="font-family:'arial' , 'helvetica' , sans-serif">Experience developing solutions and executing projects that support federal agencies and military clients.</li><li style="font-family:'arial' , 'helvetica' , sans-serif">Demonstratable experience developing technical requirements, cost estimates, schedules, and performance criteria for new product introduction.</li><li style="font-family:'arial' , 'helvetica' , sans-serif">Demonstratable experience executing product-based value engineering and value analysis efforts.</li><li style="font-family:'arial' , 'helvetica' , sans-serif">Demonstratable experience developing and maintaining product roadmaps that address emerging market requirements, including identification and evaluation of emerging technologies and how they can be incorporated into existing and new products.</li><li style="font-family:'arial' , 'helvetica' , sans-serif">Strong leadership, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.</li><li style="font-family:'arial' , 'helvetica' , sans-serif">U.S. Citizenship required</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications: <ul style="margin-top:0in"><li style="font-family:'arial' , 'helvetica' , sans-serif">Master’s degree in Mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.</li><li style="font-family:'arial' , 'helvetica' , sans-serif">Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and/or other continuous improvement methodologies.</li></ul>Why Join PeratonPeraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Our team members work on impactful missions, collaborate with exceptional colleagues, and help deliver innovative solutions that matter.

Peraton Overview:
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit <a href="http://peraton.com/" rel="noopener nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank">peraton.com</a> to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range:
$135,000 - $216,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO:
EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

Peraton drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted and highly differentiated national security solutions and technologies that keep people safe and secure. Peraton serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies across the intelligence, space, cyber, defense, civilian, health, and state and local markets. Every day, our employees do the can’t be done, solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers.

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