VPT, Inc., a global leader in providing power conversion solutions for use in avionics, military, space and industrial applications, has an immediate opening for a Process Engineer. This is a full-time position located in our Blacksburg, VA headquarters. Reporting to the Process Engineering Manager, the Process Engineer will be a key member within our Quality Department.
Responsibilities will include:
- Support our overseas manufacturing site by addressing production, quality and material supply challenges while driving process improvement to increase yield and throughput.
- Perform root cause and corrective action (RCCA) investigation via DOEs on product failures.
- Manage small to medium scale capital projects such as equipment selection and implementation.
- Create, edit, and review production documentation.
- Perform new material evaluation and run qualifications.
- Establish relationships with suppliers to ensure quality and timely deliveries.
- Support new product development and scale-up from prototype to full production.
- Travel (international and domestic) to production facilities.
Because of the nature of the position, a US Person is required.
Salary will be discussed with the candidate and is dependent upon knowledge and experience.
VPT, Inc. offers an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, 401K, disability insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, 1/2 day Fridays and so much more!
VPT, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity/VET/Disability Employer
Qualifications:
Required:
Bachelor's degree in either of the following:
- Materials Science and Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
Preferred:
- Background in electronic assembly process.
- Background in MIL-STD, J-STD or IPC Standards.
- Ability to work in cross-functional teams.
- Strong materials science and failure analysis (FA) knowledge related to assembly chip-packaging, materials and reliability failures.
- Proficient in applying DOE vs. Hypothesis tool for root cause analysis.
- Strong knowledge of process optimization techniques and Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Environmental testing experience (thermal, shock, vibration, etc.)
- 3D modeling and drafting (SolidWorks preferred)
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