**Job Description:** Work with Operation’s and Engineering team members to solve technical problems in Optical Fiber plant in Midland, NC. Support ramp up of new product and processes in a high paced production environment. Drive process capability and improvement efforts via mechanical design and problem-solving methodologies. Support the development and execution of solutions for existing and new technologies resulting in superior processes. **Day to Day Responsibilities:** + Assess performance gaps and opportunities for new process equipment. + Recommend improvements based on gap analysis of process flow. + Generate designs based on agreed to solutions. + Draft quote packages and obtain competing quotes from vendors. + Deploy prototypes and down select designs based on functionality and performance. + Develop and update engineering and operations documentation. + Provide engineering-level production support to manufacturing operation. + Identify chronic issues and recommend corrective actions. + Provide training for operations/technical workforce regarding equipment or operations changes. **Experience:** + 3-5 years of engineering work experience in a manufacturing/production environment + Mechanical design, experience with parametric modeling and technical drafting + Follow structured problem-solving methodology when assessing and recommending solutions. + Ability to learn new technology and processes quickly. + Strong technical fundamentals with process engineering skills. + Ability to multitask and prioritize work on an independent basis. + Strong communication and presentation skills. + Basic understanding of troubleshooting and safety requirements in manufacturing environment + Works well in a team environment. + Willingness to be hands on with the equipment and interact with the operations environment. **Desired Skills:** + Experience with experimental design. + Project management experience. + Experience with applying statistical principles and using software such as Minitab or JMP. + Experience with polymer or acrylate coatings. + Experience with glass forming and coating application processes. **Education:** + BS or MS in Mechanical, Industrial, Ceramics, or other applicable Engineering discipline. **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. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com (http://www.ustechsolutionsinc.com) . US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.