The Metal Powder Press Engineer will be responsible for advancing the methods and efficiency of machining, assembling and coating FeN permanent magnets through the identification of best equipment, processes, tooling (including coatings), fixturing and work, and coolants. You will work closely with the Machinist and the Finishing engineering teams to design trials, process materials, and characterize the resulting magnets.

This role will include hands-on processing of materials and fixturing. You will be responsible for transferring developed processes into production including process documentation and training.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for advancing the performance of iron nitride magnet machining, vibratory finishing, assembly and coating processes through methods and tooling innovations.
• Responsible for specifying, performing, analyzing, and reporting results of trials, and proposing next steps.
• Responsible for designing, testing and implementing improvements in product flow.
• Responsible for documenting processes in the form of work Instructions and forms.
• Responsible for training to developed work Instructions.
• Responsible for transferring approved processes into full-scale production.
• Responsible for performing all duties according to Safety Program.

BACKGROUND PROFILE:

• Science or engineering background in a relevant field, i.e. BS, MS in materials science or engineering, mechanical engineering, powder metallurgy, or related field.
• Minimum BS/MS/PHD and 10/8/6 years of industry experience in a materials-related industry.
• Strong background and hands-on experience in machining, grinding, assembly and/or coating of metal components.
• Proficient with CAD design in SolidWorks or other modeling software applications.
• Proficient with DOE and statistical and data visualization software e.g. JMP, Minitab, SQL
• Flexibility to adapt to changing roles and responsibilities in accordance with the needs of a growing, fast paced, high-tech startup.
• Collaborative mind-set, with strong work ethic and drive to succeed.
• Strong communication skills with ability to concisely convey the meaning of data and a diligent commitment to record keeping.
• Ability to self-direct and meet deadlines.



PREFERRED:

• Proven project management skills.
• Experience with processing of green compacts.
• Experience working with and characterizing magnetic materials.
• Experience leading new materials manufacturing processes and transferring products from pilot to production through stage gate approach.
• Experience with 3D printing and prototype development.