The primary purpose of the Methods Engineer (Special Processes) is to:

• Be accountable for developing and revising work instructions, and manufacturing documentation to process/route parts through various operations within the plant including plating, cleaning, painting & heat treatment
• Research and propose engineering changes
• Supporting Production, Quality, Procurement, and other internal groups to solve relevant technical problems
• Participate in internal and external audit activities

Key Responsibilities

Work instruction creation, revision, and maintenance

• Create/revise and review work instructions to ensure conformance to process specifications and Nadcap requirements

First Line of Technical Support for Manufacturing

• Provide on site support for shop floor operators
• Troubleshoot technical manufacturing problems
• Participate in investigations into technical issues, including assisting in Root Cause Analysis
• Consult with Liaison Engineering to initiate resolutions to build or design technical issues reported through the NCM Process
• Liaise with QC, Quality Engineering, and Supply Chain to develop resolutions and implement changes to technical or quality problems   

Engineering Change Process

• Research and propose engineering changes
• Record and submit Engineering Change requests for changes to build, design and tools
• Record and submit Engineering Change requests to initiate Make vs. Buy decisions
• Assist Planning in execution of NCM Tasks (i.e... Work order instructions)
• Execute ECN related tasks to incorporate Type Design and Build changes
• Represent and report on Methods Engineering functions

Build Cost Reductions and Improvements

• Assist Area Managers in developing plans to increase efficiency including acquisition and implementation of new equipment
• Engage in company initiatives/projects to increase production rate and reduce costs

Training

• Assist training of Production, QC, Methods Engineering and co-op personnel

Experience & Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Engineering or Engineering Technology; or equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Aircraft Maintenance Engineer)
• 5+ years of progressive hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the aerospace industry
• Knowledge of special processes, including chemical conversion coating, anodize processes, passivation, primers, topcoats & heat treatment
• Experience and previous involvement with Nadcap certification/recertification requirements
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of cost accounting and cost estimating
• Knowledge of Aerospace engineering and manufacturing principles and techniques
• Ability to apply sound engineering principles to operational and process design issues
• Ability to communicate and document information using a computer and required software (Microsoft Excel skills are an asset)
• Ability to manage and act on multiple projects and priorities at one time
• Ability to work effectively either independently or with others on flexible work assignments
• Experience/training in root cause analysis an asset