Process Engineer Job in Lewiston, Idaho US
Process Engineer
Job Description: The Opportunity: Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) seeks a professional, innovative and detailed individual for our Process Engineer position on swing shift. If you are looking for an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, world-class manufacturing facility, then this position is for you! This position is located at SEL s newest, state of the art manufacturing facility in Lewiston, ID where you'll enjoy an unmatched quality of life. Enjoy the smaller town life: country space, freedom from traffic, easy access to recreational activities in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests, as well as great schools and universities. Process Engineer - Swing Shift Responsibilities: * Research, develop, and support automated assembly processes in manufacturing. * Improve quality, yield, efficiency and capacity of assembly processes in accordance with strategic objectives. * Develop and/or conduct Design of Experiments to identify root cause, evaluate new equipment and processes, or in support of process improvement activities. Interpret experiment results and provide recommendations to management. * Evaluate new designs for manufacturing compatibility per established Design for Manufacturability guidelines. * Specify, evaluate, recommend, and conduct acceptance tests on assembly equipment and materials. * Keep abreast of new developments in equipment, industry standards, best practices, and developments in assembly processes. Qualifications: * B.S. in Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience * A minimum of two years experience developing and sustaining automated surface mount and through hole assembly equipment and processes * Working knowledge of solder and other materials commonly used in circuit board assembly * Familiarity with IPC, JEDEC, and Belcore industry standards * Knowledge of statistics as applied to process capability measurements * Excellent speaking and writing skills; ability to train production staff * Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment * Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities * Background check results satisfactory to SEL * Negative drug test result(s) Preferred Qualifications: * Experience developing and sustaining processes for injection molding, robotics, encapsulation, and/or cable assembly process development * Familiar with surface mount and through-hole technology process development, documentation, and maintenance * Project management skills