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DuPont Process Engineer 2 in Carlsbad, California

At DuPont, our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter. Whether it’s providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet, producing materials that are essential in everyday technology devices from smartphones to electric vehicles, or protecting workers around the world. Discover the many reasons the world’s most talented people are choosing to work at DuPont. Why Join Us | DuPont Careers (https://careers.dupont.com/us/en/whyjoinus)

ROLE DEFINITION

The Carlsbad, CA site is looking to fill a Process Engineer 2 role that provides site manufacturing support for day-to-day operations, including sustaining activities and new product introductions.

This individual will function as a technical resource that will drive process improvements, safety and reliability using engineering principles and tools, and tooling and process qualification support. This includes gathering and analyzing data, evaluating, and implementing improvement opportunities and projects.

This person must have the organizational capability to work in multiple production areas and processes and be able to communicate well with operators, peer engineers, suppliers, and leadership. They must be able to lead multiple efforts in various production areas.

NOTE: This is an ITAR facility, so US Citizen is required. Someone with an active/inactive secret clearance or can obtain a clearance is desirable .

This is a hybrid role. 2 days work from home option .

RESPONSIBILITIES DESCRIPTION

Your key responsibilities will be/what you’ll do:

  • Applies engineering principles and techniques to develop engineering solutions using a variety of tools.

  • Lead the development, implementation, and optimization of manufacturing processes to ensure efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and validate process improvements, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements.

  • Utilize lean and root cause methodologies and tools to analyze processes, identify areas for improvement, and drive continuous process enhancements.

  • Develop and maintain standardized work procedures, process documentation, and guidelines to ensure consistency and quality in manufacturing operations.

  • Assess the feasibility and soundness of proposed engineering tasks, build a resource plan for completion of these tasks, and track progress.

  • Monitors and analyzes process parameters to enhance product quality and yield.

  • Provide technical expertise and guidance to resolve complex manufacturing issues, troubleshoot problems, and optimize production throughput.

  • Identify, coordinate and/or participate in appropriate Management of Change processes.

  • Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to qualify alternative materials, optimize processes, drive quality improvements, and ensure compliance with specifications and standards.

  • Prepare and maintain process documentation, including process flow diagrams, operating procedures, and specifications.

  • Conduct risk assessments and implement process safety measures.

  • Collaborate with R&D teams to scale up laboratory processes to full production.

  • Work with the Quality team to establish acceptance criteria for materials and products.

  • Receives minimal supervision and guidance related to overall objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters.

  • Drive initiatives to enhance operational excellence, reduce waste, and increase overall productivity within the manufacturing environment.

  • Stay current with industry trends, technological advancements, and regulatory requirements.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Chemical, Process, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or a related field from an accredited university or an equivalent experience of 5+ years’ in an Engineering environment.

  • Process and continuous improvement experience are highly desirable (Six Sigma Green or Black belt is desirable)

  • Silicone and elastomer material knowledge is desired.

  • Experience with tool/mold qualification process is desired.

  • Mixing, calendaring, pressing, and extrusion processes knowledge is desired.

  • Experience working on a manufacturing site with robust quality management systems (ISO 9001 and AS9100 Aerospace Standards preferred).

  • Proven track record of successfully implementing process improvement initiatives and driving tangible results in a manufacturing environment.

  • Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, standard work methodologies, and quality management systems.

  • Must be self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

  • Good written and oral communication skills.

  • Interpersonal, people development, and training skills.

  • Ability to work as a team member in a respectful manner in a diverse work environment.

Key reasons for you to apply:

  • On-going learning and personal development opportunities in a rewarding work environment.

  • Start or continue on a career journey that can span different businesses, projects and functions with opportunities for personal and professional growth.

  • Additionally, diversity, equity and inclusion are central to our high-performing culture.

Join our Talent Community (http://careers.dupont.com/us/en/jointalentcommunity) to stay connected with us!

On May 22, 2024, we announced a plan to separate our Electronics and Water businesses in a tax-free manner to its shareholders. On January 15, 2025, we announced that we are targeting November 1, 2025, for the completion of the intended separation of the Electronics business (the “Intended Electronics Separation”)*. We also announced that we would retain the Water business. We are committed to ensuring a smooth and successful separation process for the Future Electronics business. We look forward to welcoming new talent interested in contributing to the continued success and growth of our evolving organization.

(1)The separation transactions are subject to satisfaction of customary conditions, including final approval by DuPont's Board of Directors, receipt of tax opinion from counsel, the filing and effectiveness of Form 10 registration statements with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, applicable regulatory approvals, and satisfactory completion of financing. _ _For further discussion of risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could impact the achievement, expected timing and intended benefits of the separation transactions, see DuPont’s announcement (http://www.dupont.com/news/dupont-announces-plan-to-separate-into-three-independent-publicly-traded-companies.html) .

DuPont is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit our Accessibility Page for Contact Information (http://www.dupont.com/global-links/accessibility.html) .

DuPont offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package. To learn more visit the Compensation and Benefits page (http://careers.dupont.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits) .

The Pay range for this role is $75,600.00 - $118,800.00 Annual

How Base Pay is Determined: DuPont has job leveling frameworks that help organize roles based on progressive levels of responsibility, proficiency and qualifications. Each role has an associated pay range (or an established pay rate for some roles) based on the competitive market in each country where we operate. Each individual’s pay is based on a variety of factors, including their role and the associated pay range for that role, their geographic location (i.e., country, state, metropolitan area), as well as their skills, experience, education and certifications, and performance.

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