Job Title: Process Engineer
Job Description

The Process Engineer provides technical support for process planning, control, and improvements. This role involves various phases of engineering projects from concept through on-going production. The incumbent participates in critical activities, such as design and evaluation of processes, tooling, product costing, and preparation of specifications for bids and proposals. The individual assists in monitoring and maintaining technological control over all processes while providing continual technical guidance to support improvements to these processes.

ResponsibilitiesDetermine the most efficient workstation layout, machines, tools, and operations required to develop optimum line balance for sequential operations. Devise and develop the use of substitute equipment, tools, and operations to overcome production schedule or technical problems.Plan and design complex production dies, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and cutting tools. Develop improvements of special hydraulic, pneumatic, and electromechanical equipment. Monitor and control fabrication progress, establish estimates of time, material, and labor costs on projects submitted.Participate in productivity and quality improvements by investigating, analyzing, and estimating cost reductions in proposed major changes involving department layouts, methods and operation sequences, machine utilization, tools, jigs, fixtures, and the introduction of automation.Investigate availability of special machines, restrictions of workplace layout, and available facilities prior to estimating material, labor, and machine costs. Obtain necessary data from various sources such as research and development engineering, quality control, and material costs required to support specific items of equipment or production schedules.Investigate new process technologies and determine adaptability to facilities and product designs. Prepare specifications, appropriations, and initiate purchases of capital equipment, overseeing their installation and implementation.Develop capability requirements and acceptance criteria for new and existing manufacturing processes.Recommend and develop flow layouts.Analyze all manufacturing and procedural proposals to determine the most feasible methods, probable capital or expense expenditure requirements, and the estimated total cost. Prepare and present both oral and written reports to management along with detailed justification of recommendations.Assist in evaluating the condition and providing recommendations for the effective maintenance of process equipment.Investigate and provide solutions for process issues to reduce defects, scrap, or re-work to improve the quality of the product and productivity of the plant.Determine ways to reduce work-in-process, finished goods inventories, raw materials, or non-value-added activities to aid in controlling operating costs of the facility.Interpret instructions and company policy to employees such as ISO 9000 documentation. Maintain standards of performance and training of new personnel, discipline good employee management relations, improvement of costs and quantity and quality of work of employees.Plan, devise, and document engineering information such as operation sequences, materials, machines, equipment, tooling, and processes required to manufacture, fabricate, assemble, or process electrical, mechanical, sheet metal, or non-ferrous components, assemblies, and systems at minimum material, labor, and machine costs.Develop and compile specifications or operating parameters for production materials and/or processes.Conduct analytical tests to determine the quality of materials, comparative tests to determine the quality of paints or other coating materials, and specifications for any materials requiring processing during manufacture.Prepare and document the specifications prescribing the physical or chemical means of pre-treatment for metallic surfaces for effective welding or coating materials.Consult with and advise other functional areas of the plant in the solution of material and processing problems and in the interpretation and application of processing procedures.Contact vendors and manufacturers in the development and investigation of new materials or processes and in determining the application of new or substitute materials.Participate in matrix organization project teams in leadership or contributory roles. Be responsible with the team for schedules, project effectiveness, and timely management reporting and cost control.Perform a liaison role between other functions of the company as it affects manufacturing. Facilitate the exchange of information and resolve issues in product design, product process capability, information systems, and facility issues.Review and analyze product drawings, technical data, product samples, and other available information on assigned projects for cost and manufacturability.Review and analyze drawing and specifications to estimate the cost of purchased or manufactured components and assemblies.Process planning, including inter and intra-departmental material handling methods and storage.Recommend and develop process flow layouts.Perform “Make vs. Buy” analyses using activity-based costing techniques for decision purposes.Serve on Product Development Teams advising designs for manufacturing and assembly concepts for new and redesigns of product.Essential SkillsProcess improvementProcess engineeringManufacturing engineeringLean manufacturingTime studiesManufacturing processProcess EngineeringContinuous improvementAdditional Skills & QualificationsBachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent technical field.5+ years of related work experience in manufacturing engineering, process improvement, or similar.Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing/mechanical engineering principles.Ability to apply SPC techniques for evaluating and making improvements.Effective interaction and communication skills at the engineering technical level.Effective verbal and written skills to communicate technical analysis of problems and reports.Fluent in PC software applications such as spreadsheets, word processors, presentation, and project management.No travel restrictions.Work Environment

This position operates in a manufacturing environment.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $115000.00

Standard benefits. Relocation. Bonus.
We are committed to providing market competitive, internally equitable total rewards that allow us to attract, engage and retain the talented employees we need to deliver results for our business globally.

Our compensation and benefits programs are reviewed annually to ensure program advancement and innovation to meet the evolving needs of our employees around the world.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Montgomery,AL.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 31, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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