Composite Process Engineering Technician

Geotek - Stewartville, MN

Full-time

Stewartville, MN

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

GEOTEK, a market leader in high-performance, engineered composite structural solutions, is looking for a high-potential, highly motivated technician to join our team. The Composite Process Engineering Technician is responsible for supporting continuous improvement of the composite manufacturing process. Leveraging department composite expertise, the Composite Process Engineering Technician will support and lead safety, quality, and productivity improvement projects, as well as R&D/engineering trials contributing to the continued growth of Geotek. The ideal candidate is an energetic, self-motivated, self-starting, hands-on, and resilient team member, with a strong desire to positively influence others. They are capable of independently managing multiple assignments ranging in level of priority. They are data-driven, detail-oriented, and organized, and possess a desire to challenge existing processes to promote continuous improvement. The candidate must conduct their work professionally with a consistently positive demeanor and possess a strong ability to work cross-functionally. Previous experience in composite manufacturing is considered highly desirable. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful and growing engineering team in the composites manufacturing field where you will gain valuable experience and opportunities to grow!

Responsibilities

• Daily engineering support of the composite manufacturing process, and also cross-functional support of the filament winding process.
• Perform daily tasks of engineering projects that support and improve safety, quality, and productivity in the pultrusion and filament winding operations departments.
• Challenge current operating procedures and identify, research, and propose new equipment, technologies, and processes.
• Create and maintain clear documentation of operating standards and processes to support training and technical assistance to the operations team, and provide periodic training to operations team.
• Utilize SolidWorks 3D CAD software to create, modify, and maintain composite manufacturing tooling and ancillary components.
• Support engineering R&D trials as directed.
• Maintain clear, complete, and accurate records for project documentation.
• Maintain and promote a clean and organized workspace.
• Support other tasks and projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Two-year associates degree; mechanical, chemical, or composites focus preferred.
• 2-5 years of professional experience working in a manufacturing environment, with recent composites/pultrusion/filament winding experience strongly preferred.
• Must be an energetic and hands-on problem solver, self-motivated, self-starting, and capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize accordingly.
• Professional and concise communication and verbal skills are essential.
• Familiarity with common thermoset resin systems, including polyester, vinyl-ester, and urethane is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with common manufacturing tooling design and development is desirable.
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) is essential.
• Ability to work with different levels of staff, from line workers to executives, is highly desirable.
• Experience with 3D modeling using SolidWorks of parts, assemblies, and drawings with GD&T per ANSI Y14.5; Formal GD&T training is desirable.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in composite manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of safety protocols in manufacturing environments.