Process Engineer IV
Job Location:
Lynnwood, WA - USA
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Job Summary
Crane Aerospace and Electronicshas an exciting opportunity for aProcess Engineer IV at ourLynnwood WAlocation.
About Crane:
Crane Aerospace & Electronicssupplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. Youll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).
Located in the epicenter of United States aviation manufacturing our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Lynnwood Wash. facility delivers industry-leading aerospace & defense power sensing and fluid solutions. Our products are rugged enough to fly 5 billion miles from Earth on NASAs New Horizons spacecraft and innovative enough to be featured on Advanced Air Mobility demonstrators. Youll join a group of aerospace professionals committed to engineering excellence and work in a community tucked between the idyllic Puget Sound and Cascade Mountains. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!
Job Summary:
The Process Engineer IVis aseniorcontributor whoworks highly independentlyand uses originality ingenuity and established procedurestodesign develop and implementnew technologies and processes in accordance with product specifications equipment capabilities and regulatory requirements. The Process Engineer IVspecializes in complex technical matters andcollaborates closely with Engineering to ensure successful handoff of new products processes and materials while providing technical support as needed maximizes product performance by researching testing analyzing and verifying that materials will perform in manufacturing and environment oversees materials shelf life to support quality metrics participates in engineering design review and ensures customer satisfaction.
Essential Functions:
Design develop and implement new technologies and processes related to product development and/or enhancements to current capabilities
Identify evaluate and recommend new materials and technologies for use in the factory including assessment of replacements for obsolete materials
Conduct or supervise tests on raw materials or finished products to ensure their quality
Analyze product failure data and laboratory test results to determine causes of problems and develop solutions
Use appropriate tools (CBS statistical DOE FMEAetc) to assess characterize validate and qualify new processes and equipment;Monitor material performance and evaluate material deterioration
Provide technical and risk assessments on existing equipment and processes and future developments and enhanced capabilities;Design and direct the testing or control of processing procedures
Assess design and develop tooling requirements as related toproduct build; if appropriatework closely with machine shop to ensure correct and timely availability of hardware
Generate technicalreportsDocument procedures and material specifications
Evaluate technical specifications and economic factors relating to process or product design objectives
Evaluate and recommend new equipment related to new technologies or enhancements to current capabilities
Review new product plans and make recommendations for material selection based on design objectives such as strength weight heat resistance electrical conductivity and cost
Create or modify related documentation - procedures work instructions operational guides - as related to new development and/or process enhancement activities
Any other task assigned by your supervisor or management
Eligibility Requirement:This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
Non-Essential Functions:
May supervise the work of technicians
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience:8years relevant work experience; Experience using computer databases
Knowledge:Expert knowledge of concepts practices and procedures of assigned product or program; Demonstrated expertise in a variety of the fields concepts practices and procedures; Other knowledge varies by division
Skills/Abilities:Demonstrated ability to make decisions or take action independently; Demonstrated ability to plan and accomplish goals by relying on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals;Strong Statistics / Analysis / Problem Solving skills;Self-motivated / Ability to prioritize / Strong time management skills; Ability to effectively communicate with various levels of the organization;Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal staff and outside professionals;Basic ability to analyze and document analysis of materials and parts (i.e. fluid corrosion fungal and flame resistance)
Education/Certification:BA or BSdegree in engineeringdiscipline i.e.Material Chemical Industrial or Mechanical
Preferred Qualifications:
Mastersdegree in Engineering:Materials or Chemistry
Aerospace or military materials engineering experience
Working Conditions:
Standard officeenvironment:Work requires substantialvisual concentration on detail
May need to work with chemicals and oversee chemical processes and tests
May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises cold temperatures confined spaces dust or fumes
May have special circumstances that requirework at night or on holidays; May need to be available by phone after work hours
Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limitedto:eye safety glasses gowning masks hearing protectors heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE
May travel occasionally
Standing: 40%*percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
Sitting: 60%*percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
Lifting (in pounds):up to 20 pounds
Pushing (in pounds):up to 20 pounds
Mental/Visual:use of computer calculatormicroscope camera databases
software tools materials test equipment
Workspace (line cubeetc): cubicle/desk
Top Benefits:
As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics youll enjoy:
Benefits:Health care dental vision life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month
Time Off:15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.
401k Retirement Plan:401k plan with company match
Education Reimbursement:eligible after 6 months of employment
You can see a list of our benefits at visit our website atfor more information on our company and great opportunities.
We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniquesto optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength proven reliability and overall value.
In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.
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Salary range: $143529.80 - $166177.80. Several factors contribute to actual salary including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities skills training and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.
This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race color religion gender sexual orientation general identity national origin disability or veteran status.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Crane Co. delivers engineered solutions for aerospace, defense, flow technologies, and critical industries—driven by innovation and 170 years of excellence.
