Process Engineer Milling

Stillwater, NY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Process Engineer Milling to lead the design and control of metal powder milling processes within our fast-growing magnet manufacturing start-up. This role will oversee the transformation of strip-cast feedstock through decrepitation tumble milling and jet milling to powder delivery for pressing ensuring precise particle size distribution surface oxidation control and consistent powder quality. Youll play a key role in optimizing process performance and supporting reliable downstream operations in a dynamic high-growth production environment.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain process parameters for tumble and jet mills to achieve target particle size distribution morphology and flowability.

Monitor oxygen moisture and contamination levels throughout powder handling and storage.

Collaborate with R&D and quality on powder characterization sampling and analysis methods.

Specify and maintain equipment for air classification dust collection and loading systems.

Conduct PFMEA and establish control plans for powder processes; maintain documentation.

Lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce contamination risk and enhance powder yield.

Support automation or containment improvements for dust management and operator safety.

Collaborate with Pressing Engineer to ensure powder rheology and moisture content support stable pressing operations.

Assist with equipment vendor selection FAT/SAT and installation of new mills and classifiers.

Work with other groups to support the optimization of material handling methods between strip casting milling and slurry preparation.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering Materials Science Mechanical Engineering or a related field (advanced degree preferred).

35 years of experience in milling powder metallurgy or materials processing within a manufacturing environment.

Proficiency in process modeling data analysis and statistical process control (SPC).

Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills related to particle quality and process efficiency.

Knowledge of safety quality and industry standards for powder and materials processing.

Ability to collaborate effectively in a cross-functional fast-paced start-up environment.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision. While performing the duties of this Job the employeeis regularly required towalk stand move sit carry bend kneel reach push pull lift use hands and fingers handle orfeel and talkand hear. May berequiredto lift and move boxes or packages notexceeding 20 pounds in weight. Some work stress inherent to the position and extended work hours may berequired.

Work Environment:
The work environment will be a mix of a typical office environment laboratory space manufacturing floor and construction site.

Noise level:

Exposure will vary and include normal office noise typical laboratory sounds (e.g. ventilation systems equipment operation) manufacturing floor noise (e.g. machinery forklifts) and construction site noise depending on project phase and location.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties skills required of personnel so classified. The reporting relationship may not reflect the most recent changes to the corporate reporting structure.

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Job Summary:We are seeking a Process Engineer Milling to lead the design and control of metal powder milling processes within our fast-growing magnet manufacturing start-up. This role will oversee the transformation of strip-cast feedstock through decrepitation tumble milling and jet milling to pow...