Principle Process Engineer

<strong>Job Requirements</strong><br><br>Summary/Purpose<br><ul><li>Design and implement efficient processes to manufacture steering systems, compliant with safety, quality, environmental, and customer requirements while meeting profitability goals</li></ul><br>Essential Duties and Accountabilities<br><ul><li>Conduct research and provide design of new processes to meet customer expectations</li><li>Establish safety features for the manufacturing processes and methods</li><li>Develops drawings and specs to define materials, machines, tools, and jigs for the manufacturing processes</li><li>Provides cost analysis and quotes for new or additional manufacturing processes</li><li>Develops timeline charts to communicate and track process implementation progress</li><li>Follows CPC process, forecast and control budget, and aid in the capitalization process</li><li>Specifies equipment characteristics, layout, process flow, cycle time and automation level for processes</li><li>Works with other functional areas to prepare the facility to sustain process operation</li><li>Assists in the assembly of/and equipment preparation, readiness / installation</li><li>Implements the necessary countermeasures to poka-yokes process</li><li>(If required, provides support to equipment calibration / verification)</li><li>Confirms that process implementation is capable, reliable, sustainable, and efficient within operational targets</li><li>Performs risk analysis to assure process continuity throughout the life of the product</li><li>Recommend and assist in creation of spare parts lists, effective set-up, and maintenance procedures</li><li>Participates in the troubleshooting of problems associated with the manufacturing process</li><li>Execute manufacturing process trials to train and proof process feasibility to meet targets</li><li>Provides / Supports APAQP process documentation as required (Rev 0)</li><li>Support internal and external audits</li><li>Support manufacturing improvement Kaizen teams, and supplier development tasks as necessary</li><li>Work daily/weekend overtime when directed by immediate supervisor or, as necessary, to complete essential job duties Changes shift due equipment availability scheduling</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned to achieve departmental objectives provided</li></ul><br>Supervisory Responsibilities<br><ul><li>This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities</li></ul><br><strong>Job Qualifications</strong><br><br>Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities<br><ul><li>Proficiency with industrial controls and sensors, vision systems, Industry 40 automation, robotics, measurement devices, PLC, CNC controls, tooling (procurement and performance), machine tool processes and fixture design</li><li>Experienced with automated, semi-automated, and manual automotive assembly equipment and cell design with Lean Manufacturing approach, JIT, or equivalent</li><li>Sound understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical circuits and controls</li><li>Proven proficiency of GD&T, Laboratory Results Interpretation, and applicable materials specs</li><li>Strong organizational skills, able to work well under pressure and manage several tasks simultaneously</li><li>Knowledge of applicable quality, health, safety, and environmental management systems</li><li>Creativity to implement immediate, simple and effective solutions to (arising or chronic issues) / (problems)</li><li>Analytical skills / critical thinking for troubleshooting issues; mathematical preference to describe problems, performance or design conception and analysis Statistical rigor for data collection(Talk in true numbers)</li><li>Knowledge of TS16949 or equivalent applicable requirements</li></ul><br>Education and Experience<br><ul><li>BS in Engineering (ME or EE preferred) plus minimum 10-15 years experience in metal removal and/or close tolerance assembly manufacturing</li></ul><br>Work Environment/Physical Demands<br><ul><li>Able to walk approximately 3 - 7 miles per day</li><li>Perform repetitive motions while walking or standing</li><li>Be able to interact with other personnel inside or outside the company</li><li>Self-control and emotional intelligence practice to manage stress and funnel solutions in the best interest of the company</li><li>Manage physical wellbeing / fatigue to be able to concentrate in highly demanding orchestration of design endeavor</li><li>Resourcefulness and drive to meet goals and overcome targets and work challenges</li><li>Able to lift 35 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation</li><li>Employee may perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned</li></ul><br>Reliance One, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.<br><br>This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.