Design Process Engineer Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

The Process Engineer is responsible for developing or modifying manufacturing processes to increase product performance, improve manufacturing efficiency and boost profits. This position works closely with design engineers, equipment vendors, program managers, marketing, and quality engineers to support the development of new electromechanical products. They are responsible for providing the overall process design and suggesting measures to improve product design for manufacturability. This includes the development of new equipment and process flows as well as developing cost estimates for labor and capital. They will also provide ongoing sustaining support to production lines at our global make sites.

General Responsibilities
Subject matter expert and process engineer leader on A-List new product development global project teams
Leads cross functional teams
Develop synergies across multiple product lines
Represents the organization as the principal customer contact and generally performs in program/project leadership role
Interacts with management and senior customer personnel on matters requiring coordination across organizational lines
Proactively identify risk mitigation opportunities and Process improvements
Defines manufacturing strategy for zero defect
Define specifications for production equipment and interact with Mechanization (in house) and/or equipment suppliers to ensure equipment will meet specifications
Collaborate with other departments on process specifications, quality aspects, Product specifications and continuity of equipment
Leads the development of new or improved manufacturing and testing processes that are necessary to achieve the performance and cost requirements of future device applications
Leads the successful launch of new products
Leads advanced quality planning activities
Advises on functional requirements, reviews designs and arranges the debugging/qualifying of new high-volume assembly/test equipment or tooling
Supports improvement projects to reduce cycle time, defects and manufacturing cost
Collaborates with suppliers and contract manufacturers to ensure processes are capable, have sufficient controls in place, can meet our delivery requirements, and meet our cost targets
Evaluate technical capabilities including, tooling design, build experience, maintenance program, processes and Process controls, cell automation - if required, quality control systems, and materials knowledge
Experience / Qualifications

A university degree required (i.e. Bachelors degree) or equivalent relevant work experience
Must be a team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demands
Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation
Strong organization, planning and time management skills to achieve results
Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity
Holds self-accountable to achieving goals and standards
Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
Strong interpersonal & collaboration skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization including suppliers and/or external customers

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Base Salary Range:

$99,040.00 - $136,180.00

At Sensata, our employees are the key to our success and growth. We recognize that each individual brings their own unique experience, therefore the base salary range information shown above is a general guideline only. Sensata considers several factors when extending an offer, including, but not limited to, a candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. In addition to base salary, Sensata offers competitive medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plans, along with education reimbursement, wellness programs, a 401(k) retirement plan with Company matching, and a variety of paid time off, such as vacation or flex-time, sick, bereavement, and parental leave. Certain positions are also eligible for short-term incentive and long-term incentive programs.

This position requires eligibility to obtain authorization under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Non-US Persons, as defined in the ITAR and EAR, may not be eligible to obtain authorization.

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