With our strong investment in research and development and our culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of advanced lightweight composite materials, including carbon fiber, woven reinforcements, resins, prepregs, honeycombs and engineered core and composite structures. We invite you to join the Hexcel team at various manufacturing sites, sales offices, and R&D centers around the globe. Become a part of the "strength within." Hexcel is currently seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer for our Amesbury MA location. The selected individual will be responsible for but not limited to the following obligations: Lead continuous improvement projects supporting operations in all product lines & supporting departments (CNC programming/machining, Quality Inspection, etc.) to optimize production efficiencies, improve product quality, reduce wastes, and promote safer working conditions. Responsible for the specification, sourcing, qualification, and implementation of new tooling & equipment. Manage budgets while standing up new work-cells. Support costing/quoting activities for potential new business while identifying risks related to customer requirements, safety, material selection, and manufacturability. Provide guidance, training and technical expertise to other engineers to move projects towards successful implementation, achieving cost, throughput, safety, and quality standards. Interact with customers and other stakeholders to resolve quality issues with existing products, and provide feedback on new product requirements relative to our manufacturing capabilities. Drive innovation through research of emerging technologies in the areas of Design, Engineering, Manufacturing, Automation, Machine Technologies and CAD/CAM software.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Plastics, Chemical, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemistry, or related technical field. Minimum of 10 years experience as an engineer in a manufacturing environment. Familiarity with various manufacturing technologies and materials including (but not limited to) Polymer Processing, Thermoplastic extrusions, Thermoforming, Injection/Compression Molding, Composites Manufacturing, CNC machining, Web Coating, HVLP coating, etc. Proven track record of successful project management and implementation. Experience with Lean Manufacturing and other Continuous Improvement techniques; Lean and/or Six Sigma certification preferred. Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office Suite, ERP/MRP systems, & CAD/CAM software. Ability to create and interpret blueprints with an understanding of GD&T and other industry standards. Regular attendance on company premises is required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOD security clearance. Complete salary range for this role: $85,400 - $146,400 This position is restricted to U.S. citizens due to U.S. federal government contracts that require the employment of only persons who are U.S. citizens. Hexcel (

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HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fiber, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry. Hexcel is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, status as protected veteran, or any other protected class.