Process Engineer

Process Engineer

Duration: 12 months contract with possible extension

A process engineer responsible for providing hands-on help to qualify processes and equipment in a fiber optic cabling plant. Team member collaborating with a diverse team (mechanical, electrical, controls, facilities, IT, operations, etc.) in a high-speed cable manufacturing setting. Design & execute experiments, analyze data, present results & recommendations. Analyze data sets to identify relationships/capabilities for line performance. Assist and support team in the execution of equipment start-up to include setting up test equipment, collecting data, and adjusting equipment set points and parameters. Providing feedback and suggestions to improve equipment and product quality. Hands on set-up of test equipment. Supports manufacturing process improvements, variability reduction, defect reduction, process control, throughput improvements and 6-Sigma initiatives. Supports problem-solving in manufacturing, including root cause identification and resolution. Applies knowledge of engineering principles and methods to resolve challenges. Demonstrates personal use of engineering tools and methodologies such as 6-Sigma, TRIZ, KT-PA, MEE, etc. to understand and address root causes of production issues. Conducts experimentation to expand process understanding and support technology deployment. Lead and/or supports in the development of standard work documentation to include SOPs, SOS, Job Aids and Training Documentation. Ensures safe work practices.

Required Skills: Effective technical leadership, organization, and planning skills, with ability to handle changing priorities. Creative/innovative problem solving. Experience in successfully completing projects in a manufacturing environment. Excellent analytical skills - decision-making based on data. Must be a self-starter, able to work in team environment and motivate others. Strong data analysis, interpretation, visualization, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in using software packages such as JMP, Minitab and Power-BI to analyze and display data. Excellent communications, interpersonal and influencing skills. Ability to collaborate and work with diverse teams (skills, gender, culture, race, etc.). Capable of multitasking. Skills and experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Design of Experiments (DoE) methods. Demonstrated technical expertise in process improvement.

Education: BS in chemical, mechanical, materials, industrial engineering.

About US Tech Solutions: US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.