Sustaining Engineer I

About the role

Ascentec Engineering is hiring a Sustaining Engineer I for our Dallas, Oregon facility. The selected candidate will support daily production activities by assisting with documentation, troubleshooting, and process improvements for legacy and high-volume products. They will focus on enhancing product performance, quality, and efficiency while learning technical skills through hands-on experience and collaboration with senior engineers. This is an ideal opportunity for candidates looking to grow within a structured, fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position is on-site (not remote or hybrid) and is not eligible for Visa sponsorship or transfer of Visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and drive root cause analysis to ensure minimal downtime and sustained product integrity.
• Analyze current manufacturing processes to identify areas for improvement, implementing solutions that enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product quality.
• Participate in Lean, Six Sigma, and cost-reduction projects aimed at enhancing quality and operational efficiency.
• Create and maintain visual work instructions, engineering change orders (ECOs), and other process-related documentation to support production compliance and traceability.
• Work closely with production, quality, supply chain, and design teams to address operational challenges and integrate process updates.
• Support the development, evaluation, and rollout of tooling and fixturing solutions, including feedback on trials and implementation.
• Represent Sustaining Engineering in daily meetings, improvement events, and team huddles, and contribute to mentoring efforts within the department.
• Understand and ensure adherence to regulatory and internal documentation standards (e.g., ISO, ITAR).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 6 months or more of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 6 months or more of experience in sustaining engineering and process improvement.
• 6 months or more of experience in Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma projects.
• Familiarity with sustaining engineering concepts such as Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Continuous Improvement (CIP), and Design for Manufacturability (DFM).
• Trained in basic Computer Aided Design (CAD) software [Siemens NX, CATIA, SolidWorks].
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, along with basic understanding of Geometric and Dimensional Tolerance (GD&T).
• Exceptional organization and time management skills to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability of strong problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity in data collection practices and basic statistical tools to support engineering analysis.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to pass a drug screen and criminal background check prior to employment.
• ITAR REQUIREMENTS: Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Benefits

• Dental and Medical w/vision coverage insurance plans offered.
• STD/LTD & Life insurance plans offered.
• FSA and DCA available.
• PTO and Holiday pay.
• Immediate 100% vesting Safe Harbor 401(k) retirement saving plan with matching contributions.
• Educational aid program available.
• Purchase discounts, membership discounts, and many other incentives.

Pay

$53,000 to $89,000 DOE