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About Quantic Evans:

Quantic Evans is a proud member of the Quantic™ Electronics Family

Quantic™ Electronics, an electronic component company, is a trusted partner in military, aerospace, industrial, and commercial markets with over a century of combined experience as a reliable problem-solver. Being part of Quantic’s portfolio has allowed Quantic Evans to continue developing cutting-edge capacitor technology alongside other world-class technology companies representing the future of mission-critical electronics.

With sites in East Providence, RI, and Sanford, ME, Quantic Evans manufactures high-energy density capacitors for demanding mission-critical applications. We have the most power-dense capacitor technology in the industry. We are routinely specified for defense, aerospace, and energy exploration applications where high reliability and SWaP (space, weight, and power) savings are critical design considerations.

Process Engineer Co-op, East Providence, RI

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Process Engineer Co-op will be responsible for the optimization, design, and improvement of our manufacturing processes. This position offers a unique chance to apply theoretical knowledge in a real-world setting and make meaningful contributions to our company's success.

Duration: July 13th to December 18th

Expected Hours: Full-time Monday to Friday

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the process engineering team to identify opportunities for improving manufacturing processes' efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Assist in gathering data that would be used to characterize and differentiate our products.
• Help design and develop new manufacturing processes or modify existing processes, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Participate in troubleshooting efforts to address operational issues, equipment failures, and deviations from process parameters.
• Prepare technical documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), process flow diagrams, and equipment specifications.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as R&D, quality assurance, and production, to support process-related initiatives and projects.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by implementing lean principles, participating in root cause analysis, and suggesting innovative solutions.
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and your colleagues.
• Additional duties as assigned

Criteria For Success

• Working on or completed a bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment (internships, co-ops, or technical roles acceptable).
• Must be considered a U.S. Person eligible to work in the United States
• Must have reliable transportation and reside within a commutable distance.
• Comfortable working hands-on with machines, tools, and operators.
• Strong problem-solving and mechanical aptitude.
• Willingness to learn and take initiative in a dynamic environment.
• Effective communicator who can work well with production teams.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing or basic quality tools a plus.
• Possess a collaborative team-oriented mindset and personality with a hands-on can-do attitude.
• Able to develop, organize, and communicate clear objectives and metrics.
• Capacity to communicate process updates, issues, etc., effectively with operators and team members.
• A proactive and enterprising thinker able to switch tasks and prioritize projects as needed.
• Attention to detail is critical.
• Ability to make decisions using sound judgment while complying with policies, procedures, appropriate principles, and applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
• Excellent planning, time management, and organization skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams and PowerPoint

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

• General office and manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to hazards associated with manufacturing equipment and tools.
• May require heavy lifting.
• Requires manual dexterity and ability to manipulate small objects.
• Repetitive hand movements for tasks like assembly or packaging.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 30 pounds
• Prolonged standing on hard surfaces during shift
• Walking to various stations or areas of the production floor.
• Sitting, bending, stooping, pushing and pulling motions
• Ability to handle small tools, parts, and machinery with precision.
• Visual acuity for reading measurements, assembly instructions, and monitoring equipment.
• Hearing ability to detect alarms, machinery sounds, or verbal instructions in a noisy environment
• Will be required to wear appropriate PPE as outlined by company safety protocols.

EEO/AA Quantic is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, work-related mental or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.? We participate in E-Verify.? EEO Poster in English EEO Poster in Spanish U.S. EXPORT CONTROLS As a U.S. defense manufacturer, Quantic Evans is required to safeguard U.S. defense-related and other export-controlled articles, technologies, and services from unauthorized access, export, or re-export. The transfer of U.S. export-controlled articles, technologies, or services (including manufacturing processes) to individuals or entities that do not qualify as “U.S. persons,” as defined by 22 CFR 120.62, is prohibited without prior authorization from the appropriate U.S. government agencies, such as the Department of State’s Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC). Under 22 CFR 120.62, a “U.S. person” is defined as a lawful permanent resident as per 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20), or a protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). It also includes any corporation, business association, partnership, society, trust, or other entity that is incorporated to do business in the United States, as well as governmental entities at the federal, state, or local levels. It does not include foreign persons as defined in § 120.63. To ensure compliance with U.S. export control regulations, candidates for this position are required to undergo an Export Compliance Assessment. As part of this process, candidates may be asked to provide documentation verifying their status as “U.S. persons” or “foreign persons,” in accordance with U.S. regulation, to determine whether prior authorization is required to perform specific job duties related to this position