Project/Design Engineer - Pad Making Area

Summary

KEMET Electronics is seeking a Project/Design Engineer in Simpsonville, SC with an emphasis on Clean Room processes, presses, and various other production equipment. Work with an experienced small team of engineers to lead capital projects for original equipment designs and purchased equipment designs and purchased equipment installations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage capital equipment projects, estimate project costs, develop project designs, then manage the projects from concept to completion.
• Track costs and forecast spending on a monthly basis
• Lead the design and build of new cutting-edge production equipment
• Work with Development teams to evaluate new technologies and incorporate them into processes
• Work with Production and Process Engineering to design, modify or improve existing production equipment
• Develop a broad understanding of the equipment and technologies used to make Ceramic capacitors
• Work with external suppliers to evaluate and design new equipment
• Go to production locations for installation, startup and training
• Perform basic to intermediate mechanical equipment design with some understanding of tolerancing, materials and fasteners is a plus

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or other engineering disciplines
• Experience in mechanical engineering, equipment design and construction skills a plus
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, robotics, and vision systems is a plus
• Understanding of basic material science and ceramic material properties
• Be able to communicate with suppliers and plant personnel, both in face to face and remote conferencing situations, potentially across language variations.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Proficient with using MS Office and remote collaboration using MS Teams
• Proficient in AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks is a plus

Location & Work Type

Simpsonville, SC – United States
Full Time
Travel - 10% of domestic and international travel

Physical Requirements

This position remains a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.