Process Engineer

Process Engineer

VPT, Inc., a global leader in providing power conversion solutions for use in avionics, military, space and industrial applications, has an immediate opening for a Process Engineer. This is a full-time position located in our Blacksburg, VA headquarters. Reporting to the Process Engineering Manager, the Process Engineer will be a key member within our Quality Department.

Responsibilities will include:

• Support our overseas manufacturing site by addressing production, quality and material supply challenges while driving process improvement to increase yield and throughput.
• Perform root cause and corrective action (RCCA) investigation via DOEs on product failures.
• Manage small to medium scale capital projects such as equipment selection and implementation.
• Create, edit, and review production documentation.
• Perform new material evaluation and run qualifications.
• Establish relationships with suppliers to ensure quality and timely deliveries.
• Support new product development and scale-up from prototype to full production.
• Travel (international and domestic) to production facilities.

Because of the nature of the position, a US Person is required.

The anticipated starting salary range for this position is $65,000 - $125,000 annually

VPT, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity/VET/Disability Employer

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in either of the following:
• Materials Science and Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Industrial Engineering

Preferred:

• Background in electronic assembly process.
• Background in MIL-STD, J-STD or IPC Standards.
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams.
• Strong materials science and failure analysis (FA) knowledge related to assembly chip-packaging, materials and reliability failures.
• Proficient in applying DOE vs. Hypothesis tool for root cause analysis.
• Strong knowledge of process optimization techniques and Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Environmental testing experience (thermal, shock, vibration, etc.)
• 3D modeling and drafting (SolidWorks preferred)