Process Engineer

Responsibilities

• Develop processes to ensure metallurgical integrity of cast turbine blades and vanes.
• Develop and refine process parameters that impact solidification via gating, casting parameters and various heat transfer aids.
• Develop and implement measures to ensure casting cleanliness, e.g., metal filtration, wax pattern dressing procedures and mold cleaning practices.
• Specify and evaluate, as needed, refinement in mold making (investing) procedures.
• Continuously improve processes to reduce casting scrap resulting from grain, x‑ray, fluorescent penetrant, metallographic and visual examinations of the part.
• Analyze and determine root cause of metallurgical defects utilizing non‑destructive, destructive methods and metallographic tools.
• Utilize statistical and graphical analysis techniques.
• Initiate and interface with all levels of manufacturing, management, suppliers and customers.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical, Materials, Chemical or other related Engineering discipline.
• Hands‑on experience in the airfoils investment casting industry a plus.
• Proven analytical, problem‑solving, and process improvement ability.
• Working knowledge of process control methods.
• Demonstrated ability to develop & execute action plans that will deliver results.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities and easily adapt to changing situations and priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead programs/projects.
• Proficiency in a major, industry standard 3D CAD software package and solidification modeling a plus.
• Working knowledge of Zero‑Defect Program: PFMEA, Control Plan, Process Control.
• Six Sigma Certification a plus.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident (green card holder).