Job Description

Textum OPCO, LLC is hiring a Sr Materials and Process Engineer for it's Belmont, NC textile manufacturing operation.

At Textum we thrive on developing innovative fabric and multi-dimensional preform solutions for our customers which help to advance their programs and push their technologies to the next level. We have unique expertise in developing textile solutions for extreme environments that we are leveraging for specialty composite production. The industries that we serve include aerospace, space, defense, energy, and infrastructure. Whether it's thermal protection systems for space vehicles, preforms for CMC components, or preforms and fabrics for carbon-carbon processing, we have the experience and expertise to help ensure our customer's success both as a reinforcement provider and through delivery of finished parts.

We are looking for a qualified Sr Materials and Process Engineer to support both development and production activities related to textile manufacturing. This role requires a significant level of prior experience. The ideal candidate will have experience designing, building, and working with mechanical systems; interfacing with vendors, technicians, and peers; and communicating challenges, identifying needs, and formulating plans to overcome those challenges and needs. The role also includes a small team of direct reports. They will be expected to maintain safety and productivity while working within a quality system, and they will support all aspects of production from supply chain management to product delivery. The Sr Materials and Process Engineer will perform a wide variety of hands-on activities including, but not limited to: custom equipment design, build, and maintenance; production equipment style changes; additive manufacturing; metal machining; and PLC programming.

This is a full-time, direct hire position with 1st shift hours.

Textum OPCO, LLC is a drug-free work environment.

Textum OPCO, LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran or marital status, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Responsibilities

Perform a wide variety of engineering tasks, including but not limited to: process documentation, product fabrication, internal and external communication, supplier coordination, engineering management, technician leadership, and shop management

Support both production and R&D activities
Generate and prepare prints, work orders, and other documents and communicate them to technicians
Train, lead, and manage engineers to complete tasks
Train and lead technicians to complete tasks
Help define R&D roadmaps
R&D scheduling and asset management
Integrate and coordinate with production scheduling and asset management
Transition new products from R&D to production
Support sales staff in quoting and customer interfacing
Support production with troubleshooting and engineering support
Assist with IP creation, documentation, and protection
Record all data and results in specified forms (paper and electronic) with accuracy and responsibility
Maintain equipment and assist in ordering supplies
Conduct quality control on finished parts and identify/document defects
Work with a variety of chemicals, fluids, and compressed gases and follow all OSHA standards in regards to personal protective equipment.
Ensure that all safety guidelines are followed strictly at all times and maintain a clean and orderly environment

Requirements

Applicants must be an exclusive US Citizens
Applicants must be willing and able to apply for and maintain a US DoD Security Clearance
A Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required
A Master's degree or PhD is a plus
Specialization in mechanical, aerospace, composites, textiles, or materials engineering is desired
Experience working with advanced textile weaving is a plus
Experience working with composite materials is a significant advantage
General mechanical/technical aptitude and good manual dexterity required
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment autonomously and under pressure and complete all assigned tasks
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and perform basic math calculations
Ability to solve problems using existing procedures to perform straightforward tasks
Can work well with others in a diverse group and foster a cooperative work environment
Possess a working knowledge of MS Office
Ability to operate a variety of hand tools and machinery
Candidates will be required to pass a drug test
Candidates will be required to pass a background check