Process Engineer (Engineering)

Location: Montgomeryville, United States of America

Thales people architect identity management and data protection solutions at the heart of digital security. Business and governments rely on us to bring trust to the billons of digital interactions they have with people. Our technologies and services help banks exchange funds, people cross borders, energy become smarter and much more. More than 30,000 organizations already rely on us to verify the identities of people and things, grant access to digital services, analyze vast quantities of information and encrypt data to make the connected world more secure.

The Process Engineer is a member of the Engineering team who is responsible for coordinating process engineering projects of all types and supporting equipment improvements as necessary.  This position is responsible for development of risk assessments, comprehensive qualification tests, and robust industrialization plans related to the introduction of new products and materials into the manufacturing plant.  The Process Engineer is also responsible for conducting equipment and process capability studies identified as needed by management or identified in the industrialization plan. They will be responsible for developing and implementing equipment and process controls that facilitate an excellent production environment by ensuring equipment and processes are statistically capable and in control.  The Process Engineer will troubleshoot manufacturing materials, methods, equipment and product issues by interacting with operators, maintenance and quality teams as well as with engineering peers and corporate support teams.

• Coordinating, implementing, and qualifying process-related engineering changes

• Implementing lean manufacturing techniques into production cells

• Preparation of change management documentation around product or material changes or new process introductions

• Assisting in new-product qualifications and introductions

• Coordinating appropriate maintenance support for projects as necessary

• Supporting manufacturing teams as required including training on methods of operation

• Monitoring and continuously improving manufacturing quality and efficiency (e.g. reduce cycle time, yield improvement, process controls, etc.)

• Assisting maintenance technicians on projects that require a high level of engineering analysis

• Coordinate inter-company technology and equipment transfers

• Support production automation by modifying or creating tools to eliminate the possibility of

• B.S. or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical, Materials, or Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

• 3-7 years of process engineering experience in a manufacturing facility

• Strong written and inter-personal communication skills 

• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with employees in a culturally diverse environment

• Experiential knowledge of Lean Manufacturing concepts is essential (SPC, DMAIC, Kaizen, VSM, Kanban, TPM, 5S, Fishbone, FMEA, etc.)

• Desire and ability to collect, analyze and interpret operating data and use it drive improvement

• A high level of competence with Microsoft Windows PC and Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, Project, Outlook, and PowerPoint) required

• Proven decision making and analytical thinking capability

• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for non-conforming processes

• Act as interface with central engineering teams on machine and technology transfers

• Willingness to develop new methods and processes

• Aptitude for and interest in new technologies

• Must be able to perform essential functions of this position with or without a reasonable accommodation

• Equipment knowledge and experience in plastic card manufacturing a plus

• 1+ year of Lean Manufacturing experience preferred

• Experience with CAD and statistical software packages preferred

• Experience working directly with PLC's and PLC code

• Experience with servo controllers and servo controller logic, pneumatic and hydraulic systems

• Thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic components and equipment including the use of special instruments for diagnostic purposes. Experience with controls and control systems

• Experience with 3D printed parts a plus

• Experience creating reports with databases and tools like PowerBI a plus

• Interest in and understanding of AI tools and Vision Inspection systems a big plus

• Experience and interest in designing and building automated product handling systems incorporating robots, cobots, AGV's and machine vision

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This position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check. Qualified candidates with [a] criminal history will be considered and are not automatically disqualified, consistent with federal law, state law, and local ordinances.

We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need an accommodation or assistance in order to apply for a position with Thales, please contact us at talentacquisition@us.thalesgroup.com.

The reference Total Target Compensation(TTC) market range for this position, inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target, is between

Total Target Cash (TTC): 88,170.00 - 117,560.00 - 147,037.00 USD Annual

This reflects how companies in a similar industry and geographic region generally pay for similar jobs. This range helps the Company make pay decisions as one data point among many. Where a position falls within this range is also dependent on other factors including – but not limited to – the employee's career path history, competencies, skills and performance, as well as the company's annual salary budget, the customer's program requirements, and the company's internal equity. Thales may offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's status protected by local, state, or federal law.

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Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:
•Elective Health, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Whole Group Life w/LTC, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Plan, Identity Theft, and Pet Insurance

•Retirement Savings Plan after 30 days of employment with a company contribution and a match, and with no vesting period

•Company paid holidays and Paid Time Off

•Company provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Disability, Employee Assistance Plan, and Well-being Program