Process Engineer

Talascend is seeking qualified candidates to apply for a Process Engineer position with a leading automotive manufacturer located in Bowling Green, KY.

SUMMARY:

The main function of a Manufacturing Process Engineer is to direct the development and/or improvements of manufacturing processes and equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Monitor the engine test equipment. We have three engine assembly lines. Each one has a basic sequence of operations and test equipment. So, if there's an engine that is failing engine test, this position will be required (after they're trained), to go over there, look at the data, analyze what could be wrong with the engine, make a judgment call whether it's good or bad, if we need to tear it down to try find a defect.

Responding to radio calls from our team leaders, if they have a piece of equipment that is not functioning properly, the assembly process is down for any reason. This role would be responsible for responding to that radio call.

Candidate will work on continuous improvement projects, so attending the team meetings to review the defects or downtime events or anything that is occurring in the shop that is driven by our metrics and helping us come up with solutions and implementing them to drive for better business results.

Analyze engine test process data for build defect detection and throughput improvements.

Bauer Test Systems, Cincinnati Test Systems, Uson Leak Testers, Marposs Gage

Create innovative solutions to increase manufacturing throughput and built in quality.

Monitor all engine process equipment data and implement adjustments for machine performance

Program torque controllers and evaluate torque rundown data for trends

Design tooling for production process improvements

Maintain Process Control Plans and PFMEA

Maintain equipment and spare parts ordering

Give direction to UAW hourly personnel

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelors in Engineers minimum.

5 years in a manufacturing

Engine Testing Experience

Fastening Experience - Atlas Copco Torque Programming

3D Modeling Capability

Candidate will primarily be on 1st shift, but will need to work 2nd shift depending on business needs

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.