Process Engineering Lead

$110,000 - $140,000/Yr

Carlisle - Snoqualmie, WA

posted 7 months ago

Full-time - Senior
Snoqualmie, WA
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Engineering Lead provides technical guidance and day-to-day direction to a team of Process Engineers. They ensure that all activities in process areas are aligned such that manufacturing processes are stable, predictable, safe, and deliver output of the highest quality. This role requires a highly experienced practitioner and technical expert with a broad mastery of unit processes used in the manufacturing of flexible printed circuits (PCBs). The Engineering Lead analyzes existing processes, identifies improvement areas, and implements solutions to dynamically meet the demands of customers. In this position, the Engineering Lead fosters an inclusive workplace by actively addressing biases and promoting diversity. They manage and assign tasks to engineering and technical personnel, driving actions and monitoring the progress of engineers and engineering technician activities in support of team objectives. The Engineering Lead is a core team member for product and process risk analysis, conducting detailed analyses of current manufacturing processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and opportunities for improvement. Collaboration is key in this role, as the Engineering Lead works with cross-functional teams, including applications, quality control, maintenance, and management, to develop and implement process improvements. They design, develop, and implement new processes, equipment, and tools to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and ensure product quality. Utilizing process simulation software and other tools, the Engineering Lead models, optimizes, and validates proposed improvements. They also develop and maintain process documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and training materials. Participation in continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean Six Sigma projects is essential to drive waste reduction and process optimization. The Engineering Lead provides technical support and troubleshooting expertise to resolve process-related issues and ensure smooth production operations. They work with Equipment and Facilities teams to ensure processing equipment is maintained in good order and act as a training resource for operators in manufacturing. Staying current with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies related to process engineering and manufacturing is also a critical aspect of this role.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical guidance and day-to-day direction to a team of Process Engineers.
  • Ensure that manufacturing processes are stable, predictable, safe, and deliver high-quality output.
  • Analyze existing processes to identify improvement areas and implement solutions.
  • Foster an inclusive workplace by addressing biases and promoting diversity.
  • Manage and assign tasks to engineering and technical personnel.
  • Drive actions and monitor the progress of engineers and engineering technician activities.
  • Conduct detailed analyses of current manufacturing processes to identify inefficiencies and bottlenecks.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement process improvements.
  • Design, develop, and implement new processes, equipment, and tools to enhance productivity.
  • Utilize process simulation software to model, optimize, and validate proposed improvements.
  • Develop and maintain process documentation, including SOPs and training materials.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean Six Sigma projects.
  • Provide technical support and troubleshooting expertise to resolve process-related issues.
  • Work with Equipment and Facilities teams to ensure processing equipment is maintained in good order.
  • Act as a training resource for operators in manufacturing.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering/sciences with 10+ years of experience.
  • 5+ years' experience in manufacturing flexible printed circuits, Integrated Circuit Manufacturing, or MEMs.
  • 1+ year experience in a leadership role preferred.
  • Background in medical, aerospace, or defense industries is preferred.
  • IPC certifications in standards or design preferred.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
  • Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar certification preferred.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Nice-to-haves

  • Conversational in any other language is a plus.
  • Experience with ERP systems, SAP preferred.

Benefits

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance
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