Ceramics Engineer, Sr. jobs in Rochester, MN

GEOTEK, a market leader in high-performance, engineered composite structural solutions, is looking for a high-potential, highly motivated engineer to join our team. The Sr. Composite Process Engineer is responsible for leading engineering projects to support continuous optimization of the composite manufacturing process. Leveraging department composite expertise, the Sr. Composite Process Engineer will foster continuous improvement and increased productivity as Geotek continues to grow. The ideal candidate is energetic, self-motivated, self-starting, hands-on, resilient, and an influential leader. They are capable of working from a vision, from which they can independently develop actionable tasks and projects. They are data-driven, detail orientated and organized, and possesses a desired to challenge existing process to promote safety, quality, and productivity. The candidate must conduct their work professionally with a consistently positive demeanor and possess a strong ability to work cross-functionally. Previous experience in composite manufacturing is considered highly desirable. For the right candidate, this role may include supervisory responsibilities. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful and growing engineering team in the composites manufacturing field where you will gain valuable experience and opportunities to grow as an engineer and leader!

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support all engineering responsibilities of the composite manufacturing processes; pultrusion and filament winding.
• Provide leadership to the composite manufacturing engineering team.
• Scope and manage engineering projects that support and improve safety, quality, and productivity in the composite manufacturing department.
• Research, propose, and implement capital expenditure projects, including new production tooling and composite manufacturing equipment, for existing and future products.
• Utilize GEOTEK’s test laboratory equipment to optimize composite design for performance and manufacturability.
• Challenge current operating procedures and identify and propose new equipment, technologies, and processes to promote safety, quality, and productivity.
• Align with operations team by maintaining open and frequent communication with manager and supervisors.
• Work cross functionality to provide process engineering support of composite production quality, equipment readiness, new product development, and cost reduction/supply chain risk mitigation, as directed.
• Maintain clear documentation of operating standards and processes to support training and technical assistance to the operations team.
  • Maintain clear, complete, and accurate records for project documentation for future reference.
  • Maintain and promote a clean and organized workspace.

Job Requirements

• Four-year bachelor’s degree in engineering (composites, mechanical, or chemical preferred)
• 5-10 years of professional experience working in a manufacturing environment, with recent composites/pultrusion/filament winding experience strongly preferred.
• Must be an energetic and hands-on problem solver, self-motivated, self-starting, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize accordingly.
• Capable of working from a vision, from which they can independently develop actionable tasks and projects.
• Professional and concise communication and verbal skills are essential.
• Familiarity with common thermoset resin systems, including polyester, vinyl-ester, and urethane is highly desirable. Familiarity with common manufacturing tooling design and development is desirable.
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) are essential.
• Ability to work with different levels of staff, from line workers to executives, is highly desirable.
• Experience with 3D modeling using SolidWorks of parts, assemblies, and drawings with GD&T per ANSI Y14.5; Formal GD&T training is desirable.
• Experience with MS Office
• Detail oriented and organized to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Ability to lead the support of occasional off-shift trials and production support requests, as required.
• Must be able to stand, lift, use manual tools, and power tools.
• Must adhere to all corporate policies and procedures.
• Must remain flexible as priorities changes.

Physical Work Conditions

• Time should be split between the floor and the office or meeting rooms ranging anywhere from 25% to 75% on the production floor or engineering labs.
• While working on the floor there will be work with and around moving machinery, fumes and chemicals. 
• Office work requires sitting at a desk, using a computer and phone.
• The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  GEOTEK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made as needed to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Who We Are

For over 30 years, GEOTEK has been internationally recognized for industry leading composite technologies, engineering, and service. The company has grown PUPI® into the leading global provider of fiberglass crossarms and is committed to adding and developing other market-leading composite brands for the world’s infrastructure. The company was founded in 1990 to manufacture and market Common Sense Fencing and other pultruded fiberglass products. Early on GEOTEK also began producing utility composite crossarms for Pultruded Utility Products, Inc., a company it acquired in 2000 and renamed Pultruded Utility Products International (PUPI) to reflect the global opportunity for these products. PUPI (pronounced “puppy”) is a brand of GEOTEK. Using proprietary processes and several patented inventions, GEOTEK manufactures and distributes engineered fiberglass composites that are used by the transmission and distribution power lines and substations. The company is well positioned for sustained growth and profitability through market expansion and new product offerings. 

Our Purpose

As the global leader in composite crossarms, we aim to broaden our engineered composite products in infrastructure applications with light poles and beyond. 

Mission

Enhance the world’s infrastructure with engineered composite products. 

Vision

Develop, acquire, and grow respected composite product brands; where each product line delivers market-leading reliability, performance, and value to global infrastructure customers. 

Values

“TRUE Values” 

• TEAM –we before me 
• RELIABLE –every day in every way 
• URGENT –the drive to do 
• ENTERPRISING –be curious 

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Ancillary Benefits
• Generous PTO and 9 paid holidays
• 401k with 4% company match
• HSA employer contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Profit Sharing
• Company Events (steak cookouts, holiday parties, community giving, and more)

Learn more at GEOTEK.com

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