Process Engineer

Morgan Advanced Materials

. Investigate, develop and implement improved manufacturing methods and processes .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeAuburn • California • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $90,000 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in manufacturing process improvement, tooling design, and technical assistance across departments. Proficient in project management, quality initiatives, and compliance with industry standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Materials ScienceSolidWorks ProficiencyLean Manufacturing KnowledgeProject Management CertificationGeometric Dimensioning And Tolerancing (ASME Y14.5)

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Hard Skills

Manufacturing Process ImprovementTooling DesignMetallization ExperienceCeramics Machining ExperienceData AnalysisContinuous ImprovementOEE MonitoringAssembly PracticesMetrology KnowledgeTechnical Documentation

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Tools & Technologies

Inspection InstrumentsMasterCAM ProgrammingProduction AidsFixturesAssembly Aids

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Certification

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing EnvironmentCeramic MaterialsLean ManufacturingSix SigmaITAR Compliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Investigate, develop and implement improved manufacturing methods and processes
Support product and process development
Design tooling and fixtures
Train operators on new and existing processes and equipment
Provide technical assistance across departments
Work with Engineering, Production and Maintenance
Work with customers, vendors and Production to develop and maintain robust manufacturing processes
Lead product and process development and participate in developing and testing new products
Review drawing and specification changes and translate requirements into manufacturing work instructions
Design, document and implement tools, fixtures and production and assembly aids
Facilitate team-based problem solving and gather data for continuous improvement and variation reduction
Monitor equipment OEE and identify improvements to increase uptime and manufacturing performance
Support quality, safety, productivity and performance improvement initiatives
Evaluate and reprioritize work to meet changing production and customer needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Ceramics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field, or five or more years of technical experience working with ceramic materials
Two or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment, including experience in metallization, materials science and/or assembly
Experience using SolidWorks
Knowledge of project-management processes and techniques
Knowledge and application of ASME Y14.5 geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
Familiarity with metrology and inspection instruments
Strong analytical, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work under changing priorities and deadlines
Lean manufacturing / Six Sigma knowledge is desired
Project Management certification, MasterCAM programming, machining practices and ceramics machining experience are desirable
Successful completion of the pre-employment physical, drug/alcohol testing and criminal background investigation is required following an offer of employment
Applicants must be U.S. persons as defined by 22 CFR 120.15 due to ITAR, EAR and NRC access requirements
Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week; overtime and holidays as business needs require

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision coverage beginning on the first day of regular full-time employment
401(k)
Vacation, holiday and sick time
Life insurance
Disability coverage
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition reimbursement
Opportunities for training and advancement
Eligibility for the applicable annual bonus plan for salaried employees