Engineer II

Primary Responsibilities

• Participate in the upgrade, rebuild, installation and start-up of process equipment.
• Analyze key process measures and report results to management.
• Supports implementation of solutions to equipment safety issues.
• Provide technical assistance and an interface function on process, product, and maintenance problems.
• Interact with outside resources including contractors, equipment vendors, and supply vendors for assigned projects.
• Work within and assist in the development of the appropriate standards, specifications, and procedures, including but not limited to those required for production, technical, safety, and environmental activities.
• Utilizes Permac to order parts and supplies.
• Participate in the definition of equipment engineered rates and the review of new process equipment.
• Participate in the implementation of moderate sized capital projects; may be responsible for project subsets.
• Understand opportunities for OEE improvements and contributes to OEE improvement initiatives.
• Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Four-year college degree in an Engineering discipline preferred.
• Two-year college degree and/or three or more years engineering support experience.
• Understands the key business drivers; uses this knowledge in own work.
• Expands fundamental knowledge in own function and broadens skills.
• Accountable for technical contribution to a project team or sub-team.
• Works with others to achieve team goals through expanded knowledge and skills within own function.
• Aware of costs and assists in controlling costs related to own work.
• May be accountable for subsets for project deliverables and has no formal role in managing projects.
• Knowledge of the existing manufacturing systems including computer systems, steel making processes, material flow and handling schemes, quality systems and process control techniques.
• Solves a range of problems in straightforward situations; analyzes possible solutions and assesses each using standard procedures.
• Responds to non-standard requests from customers; investigates with assistance from others as needed.
• Works with moderate guidance in own area of knowledge.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks and make appropriate decisions, to perform assignments with moderate supervision, to operate a computer workstation and the appropriate software/hardware, to work in a production-oriented environment.
• Ability to train and develop others, to work under frequently changing priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, well organized and the ability to prioritize tasks and make appropriate decisions.
• Willing to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing work environment.

Qualifications

• Engineer II position at Carpenter Technology Corporation “Hartsville Operations” located in McBee, South Carolina.
• Responsible for participating in the upgrade, rebuild, installation, and start-up of process equipment.
• Involved in analyzing key process measures and reporting results to management.
• Supports the implementation of solutions to equipment safety issues.
• Provides technical assistance and interfaces with various stakeholders for assigned projects.
• Develops and implements moderate-sized capital projects.
• Contributes to OEE improvement initiatives.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Permac for ordering parts and supplies.
• Understanding of steel making processes and material flow.
• Knowledge of manufacturing systems, including computer systems, quality systems, and process control techniques.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Carpenter Technology Company offers a competitive salary.
• A comprehensive benefits package includes life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and a 401k with company contributions.
• The Company also provides additional benefits such as paid time off, employee assistance programs, and professional development opportunities.