HTI is recruiting for an experienced Heat Treat Engineer with a large automotive supplier in Greenville, SC. The company offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

This is a full-time, direct-hire, salaried position. Relocation assistance is available. Salary depends on education and experience, and the range is approximately $85,000 - $100,000 / year.

Working hours are Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.

Job Summary :

Provides production engineering support to Manufacturing for new production lines, with strong emphasis on heat treat processes and technical knowledge.

Job Duties :

• Perform design and development for heat treat manufacturing processes, including process flow and equipment
• Provide process engineering skills and technical expertise for process improvement
• Assist with or and lead root cause analysis of technical issues
• Perform process analysis for quality improvement, cost reduction, and cycle time reduction
• Provide technical guidance and assistance to the manufacturing team for daily issues and long-term needs
• Administer process changes in engineering documents as needed
• Assess spare part problems and makes appropriate changes as approved
• Prepare new equipment to meet production and quality requirements
• Perform equipment capability studies, APQP and PFMEA requirements
• Determine new equipment layout for approval
• Coordinate or prepare detailed equipment specifications as needed
• Design, develop and test tooling, fixtures and gauging for manufacturing processes as needed
• Coordinate and manage new capital / equipment purchases and installations
• Create engineering reports as required for process development or troubleshooting
• Project administration for process changes (new products, etc.)
• Occasional travel as required

Requirements :

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or closely related Engineering field is required
• Must have 3 years of Heat Treat Engineering experience within the manufacturing industry, preferably with EMAG / induction heating equipment and processes
• Automotive supplier experience is a plus
• Ability to analyze statistical data, strong problem-solving skills
• Close tolerance measurement experience and strong math skills
• Experience reviewing and interpreting blueprints, equipment layouts / specifications, and part drawings
• Experience designing or making changes to existing fixtures for high-volume equipment preferred
• Capital procurement (CAPEX) or plant / line start-up experience preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Proficient computer skills, i.e., Excel, Word; recent Solidworks and / or Auto Cad LT strongly preferred
• Ability to work without close supervision
• Safety oriented, knowledge of ergonomics and IATF requirements
• Ability to work overtime on occasion / when needed during shutdowns or projects
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship

Work Environment / Physical Demands include :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Will be required to do the following throughout the shift : standing, bending, pushing, pulling, reaching above and below shoulders, moving left to right repetitively, grasping, and fine finger dexterity.
• May be required to lift during shift up to 40 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required with this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• The performance of this position requires exposure to manufacturing areas which require the use of personal protective equipment such as steel toed shoes, safety glasses with side shields.
• Forklift, walkie stacker, and or scissor lift experience preferred.

Benefits information :

• Full Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits following 30 days of employment
• 401k Match
• EAP, LTD, STD, and Life Insurance
• Competitive Vacation Package

Equal Opportunity Employer

Keywords : Heat Treat, Heat Treat Engineer, Metallurgy, Production Engineer, Process Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Mechanical Engineering, EMAG, induction heating, induction hardening

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