Company Summary BlueCrest is the innovative leader in postal and parcel automation solutions. With a focus on operational efficiency, customer experience, and technology integration, BlueCrest empowers businesses to achieve success through streamlined processes and meaningful connections from data through delivery. BlueCrest is a global company with clients and team members located in 16 countries worldwide, including an expansive field service team comprised of nine-hundred specialized field service technicians. BlueCrest's manufacturing headquarters is based in Danbury, Connecticut. Our BlueCrest culture is reflected by our core behaviors: Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Resourcefulness and Enthusiasm (ICARE). It is with these behaviors in mind that we approach every customer, every idea, every product, and every employee, every day. It is the essence of how we interact and work--it's how things get done at BlueCrest. Job Description Active Products Engineering includes the Process Engineering Group which is focused on support of New Product Development (by providing input and documentation to aid part design/fabrication/build and enhance manufacturability assimilability) as well as Production Buy, Build and Integration support of the Manufacturing Supply Chain teams. POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for contributing to a team of Process Engineers and Technicians. Utilize leading-edge and consistent processes, tools and documentation to support product research development efforts and manufacturing teams and initiatives. Contribute as a Process Engineer and a Core Team member to drive New Product Development and Production projects and provide manufacturing process/supplier counsel, cost analysis, product structure direction and build process documentation. Lead the resolution (Root Cause Analyses and Corrective Action) of technical problems encountered during build, integration module/system test of products. Lead the design and set-up of prototype, pilot production build cells. Maintain lab, test/inspection/manufacturing equipment. Develop and maintain Production Test Tools. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Utilize Knowledge, Processes and Tools needed to generate part and product analyses and build/test processes, documentation and work cells.
- Make vs. Buy Analyses and related Product Structure.
- Cost Analyses. Create and optimize Product Cost Models/BOMs.
- Manufacturing Assembly process choice and support documentation (Make vs. Buy Analyses Process Plans).
- Build Cell and Test Tool development. Design and Construction of ergonomic Work Cells.
- Develop, Document and Analyze Manufacturing/Assembly Time Studies.
- Own or Ability to Develop the personal skill set needed for product assembly, debug, evaluate/test, and performance of root cause failure analysis on complex electro-mechanical systems. All leading to product qualification or definition and implementation of appropriate Corrective Action plans.
- Lead the multi-functional team development of End-of-Line Test Tools and on-going enhancements and maintenance as required by the business.
- Support the appropriate maintenance of lab equipment/tools/areas are accomplished, and the safety of all individuals within the lab areas are maintained. Follow prescribed safety regulations.
- Maintain work areas and equipment in a clean, functional, calibrated and orderly condition.
KEY RELATIONSHIPS Process Engineer will report directly to the Manger of Process Engineering. A Process Engineer will report on a dotted-line basis to Core Team Leaders for Programs to which they are assigned. A Process Engineer collaborates with peers development team members throughout the business, primarily - Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, System Integration Test, Product Line Management, Supply Chain and Quality. A Senior Process Engineer will mentor and/or train junior Process Engineering team members as required. Qualifications MINIMUM:
- 3 or more years of relevant experience in the field(s) of engineering, manufacturing, engineering technology, design technology or a related field.
- Associate's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology or comparable practical experience.
- Contribute to a team to accomplish shared objectives in a timely fashion.
- Communicate effectively with management, peers and junior team members to resolve challenges and stimulate innovative thinking.
- Effectively generate, record and evaluate data. Write clear concise reports and correspondence to summarize share findings and conclusions.
- Provide written, oral, or diagrammed instructions to aid in the completion of technical tasks.
- Maintain professional conduct positive working relationships with all peers management.
PREFERRED:
- 5 or more years of relevant experience in the field(s) of engineering, manufacturing, engineering technology, design technology or a related field.
- 3 years of relevant Product Test Tool development and maintenance.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology.
- Ability to use Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software (ProE/CREO - PTC is optimal) and data manipulation tools (i.e. MS Excel).
EEO Statement BlueCrest is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to developing and retaining an inclusive workforce around the globe, free of unlawful discrimination, harassment and retaliation. We provide equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, ethnicity, creed, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, marital or familial status, genetics, pregnancy, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic for which discrimination is prohibited by law Benefits As a leading provider of enterprise print, mail, and customer communications solutions, BlueCrest, Inc. is committed to its employees. This commitment is embodied in our competitive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability income, 401(k) Savings Plans, and employee assistance and wellness programs.