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Process Engineer
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What they do
A Process Engineer solves problems related to the manufacturing and use of products, including chemicals, fuel, food, and clothing. Designs new products, improves existing ones, or develops new processes for better use of existing materials. May specialize in a chemical engineering process, such as making plastics, or in an industry such as health care.
$110,987 / year median in Connecticut
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Country United States of America
State / County Connecticut
City Groton
Division Structurals
Company Groton
Function Engineering
Workplace Type On-Site
Position type Full Time Opportunity
ID 23742
Job Description PURPOSE:
As a Process Engineer, you will play a critical role in driving manufacturing performance within a fast-paced production environment. You will leverage engineering expertise, data analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies to enhance safety, quality, and operational efficiency. This role partners cross-functionally with operations, quality, and maintenance teams to solve complex process challenges, optimize slurry chemistry and shell processes, and lead initiatives that improve productivity and product performance.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Lead continuous improvement projects to enhance shell process quality using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
Support daily production operations by troubleshooting process issues and implementing sustainable solutions
Monitor, test, and control slurry chemistry to maintain consistent process performance
Program, troubleshoot, and optimize robotic dipping systems to improve quality and throughput
Analyze scrap, rework, and process performance data to identify trends and drive improvements
Maintain process stability through equipment monitoring, parameter control, and optimization efforts
Support engineering change management, including review, documentation, validation, and implementation
Participate in audits and quality investigations; implement and track corrective and preventive actions
Evaluate product designs and equipment capabilities to ensure manufacturability within existing processes
Lead and support capital projects and tooling initiatives to improve safety, quality, and efficiency
Ensure compliance with environmental, health, safety, and quality standards
Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, quality, and maintenance teams to achieve plant goals
Perform additional engineering and quality-related duties as assigned
SPECIAL SKILLS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills.
Self-motivated, data-driven problem solver with a proven track record of process improvement.
Ability to work in a heavy manufacturing environment, including lifting materials up to 50 lbs.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Reports directly to the Process Engineering Manager.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Materials Science, or related field)
Knowledge of investment casting technology, processes and manufacturing methods are preferred. 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.
This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.
Company Profile With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit. PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth. In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp. Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance