What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Engineer position at Precision Castparts?
Country
United States of America
State / County
Arizona
City
Phoenix
Division
Structurals
Company
Noranco - Jet Processing
Function
Engineering
Workplace Type
On-Site
Position type
Full Time
Opportunity ID
16637
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.
Job Description
Position Summary:
We are seeking a talented and motivated Process Engineer to join our dynamic team. The Processing Engineer will be responsible for optimizing and overseeing metal improvement processes, ensuring efficiency, quality, and compliance with industry standards. This role involves working closely with production teams, conducting process evaluations, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
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 be qualified to work in this facility, a successful applicant must be a U.S. Person, as defined in those regulations, and able to supply evidence of that qualification prior to starting work or be authorized to receive controlled information under a specific license or permission from the relevant government agency. The U.S. export control regulations define a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), and certain categories of Asylees and Refugees.
United States of America
State / County
Arizona
City
Phoenix
Division
Structurals
Company
Noranco - Jet Processing
Function
Engineering
Workplace Type
On-Site
Position type
Full Time
Opportunity ID
16637
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.
Job Description
Position Summary:
We are seeking a talented and motivated Process Engineer to join our dynamic team. The Processing Engineer will be responsible for optimizing and overseeing metal improvement processes, ensuring efficiency, quality, and compliance with industry standards. This role involves working closely with production teams, conducting process evaluations, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop, analyze, and optimize metal improvement processes, including anodizing, painting, non-destructive testing (NDT), chem film, dry lube, hardware assembly, pressure test, shot peening etc.
- Monitor process parameters to ensure consistent product quality and compliance with specifications.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and increase throughput.
- Collaborate with production and quality teams to troubleshoot process issues and implement corrective actions.
- Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive measures for process deviations.
- Assist in the development of new processes and technologies to improve product performance and manufacturing capabilities.
- Support production to meet organizational goals.
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and industry regulations.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives, conduct process audits, and implement preventive measures to ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.
- Assist in the development and implementation of quality control plans, inspection procedures, and statistical process control (SPC) methods.
- Prepare and maintain process documentation, including work instructions, process flow diagrams, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Train and mentor production personnel on process best practices and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Stay up to date with advancements in metal improvement technologies and recommend the adoption of innovative solutions.
- Other Duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Metallurgy, or a related field is a plus.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in metal improvement processes (anodizing, painting, NDT, chem film, dry lube, hardware assembly, pressure test, shot peening, coatings, etc.).
- Strong understanding of metallurgy, material properties, and surface treatment techniques.
- Experience with process optimization and statistical process control (SPC).
- Proficiency in CAD software and process simulation tools is a plus.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Job occasionally requires lifting objects up to 35lbs.
- Knowledge of industry standards such as ISO, ASTM, ASME, NADCAP.
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 be qualified to work in this facility, a successful applicant must be a U.S. Person, as defined in those regulations, and able to supply evidence of that qualification prior to starting work or be authorized to receive controlled information under a specific license or permission from the relevant government agency. The U.S. export control regulations define a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), and certain categories of Asylees and Refugees.
