Process Engineer - Coatings

Job Description Summary

The Process Engineer will be responsible for special processes such as thermal spraying coating. In this role, the Process Engineer would implement and qualify the new equipment and new gas turbine component repair technologies and drive the continuous improvement of the process.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities :

Key Responsibilities Include (but Are Not Limited To)

Manage and take ownership of assigned special processes to enhance robustness, efficiency and productivity

Responsible for new capital equipment and facilitates recommendation, revaluation, selection, installation and commissioning

Manage and qualify development or new repairs that will be approved by Engineering

Develop a continuing quality and productivity improvement program on the assigned special processes for all applicable products

Interface with and support other departments to ensure a totally integrated and effective approach to overall business plans and strategies

Generate and maintain adequate technical records of the experiments and parametric studies managing the documented processes

Qualifications/Requirements

A Degree in Mechanical or Materials Engineering from a local or internationally recognised university

At least 3 years experience engineering processes in related industry preferred

Knowledge of repair of Gas Turbine components and Plasma spraying coating will be advantageous

Familiarity with thermal sprayong and diffusion coatings

Previous experience in repair of industrial gas, aero turbines or aeroderivatives would be advantageous (but not essential)

Experience in Lean Six sigma would be advantageous (but not essential)

Desired Characteristics

Strong communications, interpersonal and influencing skills

Strong problem solving skills

Strong interpersonal, demonstrates accountability and influencing skills

Ability to work independently

Demonstrated ability to drive projects to completion

Able to interface effectively with all levels of the organization and external customers

Understands business plan and drives specific tasks required to meet the criteria

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No