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Hypertherm
Sr. Manufacturing Process Engineer
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A Manufacturing Process Engineer develops workflow, work station, and equipment improvement recommendations within a company's manufacturing environment. Fine tunes manufacturing processes by researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment. Evaluates manufacturing processes, applies knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and material.
$117,827 / year median in Washington
-2% projected decline
Job Description
Sr. Manufacturing Process Engineer Hypertherm - 3.7 Kent, WA Job Details Full-time $90,901 - $151,503 a year 8 hours ago Benefits Profit sharing Relocation assistance Qualifications Stakeholder relationship building Full Job Description Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer Machining If solving complex manufacturing challenges excites you, this role puts you at the center of our machine shop operations. The Hypertherm Associates, Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer is at the heart of the machine shop, driving continuous improvement across CNC machining operations. This role combines hands-on problem-solving with technical leadership; partnering with operators and cross-functional teams to optimize processes, improve quality, increase productivity, and support new manufacturing technologies. From reducing bottlenecks and implementing Lean initiatives to mentoring others and ensuring manufacturing readiness for new products, you'll have a direct impact on how we build world-class equipment and deliver value to our customers. As a 100% Associate-owned, global leader in providing advanced industrial cutting solutions, Hypertherm Associates offers a collaborative work environment while promoting empowerment and a positive work-life balance. As a Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer, you will: Drive operational excellence across a high-mix, low-volume in a multi-process value stream by embedding quality into processes and improving overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). Develop reliable processes that apply Total Productive Maintenance principles to improve long-term process stability. Oversee multiple projects, including Capex justification and deployment, set objectives and milestones, and ensure timely, budget-friendly completion and production implementation. Improve manufacturing processes by driving technical solutions and indirectly leading engineers or technicians. Provide management with technical recommendations and be recognized as a technical expert in areas like project management, automation, controls, mechanical design, process flow, and Six Sigma. Build and maintain relationships with the production team and cross-functional teams. Communicate project goals at all business levels. Design tooling, fixtures, and workstations for new product introduction. Offer "Design For Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA)" feedback during prototyping. Lead or participate in "Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA)" to mitigate failure modes in process and design. Manage the investigation, justification, and purchase of new equipment and tooling. Contribute to defining the equipment/process technology roadmap for the annual operating plan. Who you are and the experience you bring: BS in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering role Strong Project Management skills Strong and real-life application of GD&T Strong exposure to statistical analysis for Machining CNC capabilities CP, and CPK Real life experience and exposure to Single Minute Exchange of Dies (SMED) Root cause problem solving skills, methodology, and ability to innovate corrective actions/solutions Lean/Six-Sigma certifications, knowledge, application, leadership CAPEX justification & management Demonstrated ability to formulate execution plans for strategic activities Ability to mentor and train