A minimum of 4 years of applicable process engineering experience and knowledge of multi-discipline engineering principles.Degree/HNC or equivalent in engineering discipline.Working knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing and ABS.A Meticulous approach with good attention to detail.Excellent organisational and planning abilities.The ability to effectively present information and deliver presentations as well as the ability to engage with Q&A in a team environment.Proficient in computer applications (MS Office, MS Project, MRP systems).A good statistical understanding (SPC/Process Capability/Gauge R+R).Excellent communication and team working skills.

An opportunity has arisen within the Engineering department for a Process Engineer, reporting to the Process Engineering Team Leader. 

This role offers a chance to develop a comprehensive understanding of our Engineering processes and make a significant impact on our operations within Howmet Exeter. 

Purpose:

 

To develop, implement and maintain all process engineering activities.To reduce process related scrap.To technically support production of high-quality castings, to customer requirements.Achieve cost effective production of components / processes and qualifications.Manage programmes and execute engineering project assignments.

 

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver metallurgical process on single crystal, directionally solidified and Equiaxed product to meet the customer metallurgical requirements.Responsible for qualification of robust, metallurgically sound processes, to meet customer specified requirements.Review metallurgical related product design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards and customer contract requirements and related specifications.Produce customer qualification reports.Co-ordinate activities concerned with technical developments, scheduling and resolving engineering metallurgical issues.Review & approve customer specifications in regard to metallurgical requirements.Continuous improvement and maintaining metallurgical processes.Interaction with customers to understand technical requirements and resolve issues.Programme management of individual parts.Troubleshoot manufacturing problems and root cause analysis.Cost reduction through process improvements.