Engineering Jobs in Bluff City Tennessee

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for building and maintaining a strong and long-lasting culture of continuous improvement through production support and product design. Production support will include technical support of all production operations, process design and optimization, implementation of lean manufacturing principles, and quality management. Product design will include design, qualifications, and costing for our products. Compound formulary control and maintenance, process development, application engineering, materials and product cost reduction, returned goods evaluations and other special projects as assigned. Assist in working with Sales, Customer Service, and Vendors to provide the correct solution for product and service applications.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Promote safe working environment.
• Interface daily with production and quality to provide technical support for quality, production and efficiency opportunities.
• Support lean manufacturing through evaluation, development, and improvement of manufacturing methods and workflow.
• Define and control production processes including documentation, tooling and equipment.
• Design and maintain product specifications and ensure correct BOM and Route in the ERP system.
• Analyze test and production data to determine trends in product and process performance.
• Lead quality and productivity actions to drive improvements.
• Establish and maintain testing criteria for components and products to assure performance / conformance with ISO 9000, customer and industry standards.
• Provide technical support for capital improvement projects.
• Effectively track and manage multiple projects/priorities.
• Collaborate with internal and external suppliers to ensure components meet quality standards.
• Partner with Product Manager and Sales in the development of new products.
• Provide customers with technical support for new and existing product lines.
• Lead development or redesign of compounds and subcomponents.
• Support plant and product activities to drive cost reduction programs.
• Develop and perform specialized component and product testing to support development and certification processes.
• Determine appropriate hardware and design to complement and meet application requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned or needed to ensure components meet quality standards.

Experience and Education Required

• BS in Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering
• Training in rubber chemistry / compounding a plus
• Experience with application engineering; Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA) a plus
• Experience with Design of Experiments (DOE) and Statistical Analysis methods - desired
• Experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD) - desired
• Three to five years’ experience in Industrial design a plus
• Three to five years’ experience with chemical application engineering / failure analysis - desired

Technical Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Knowledge of manufacturing procedures and equipment capabilities
• Knowledge of rubber / rubber compounds preferred.
• Microsoft Excel / Word / PowerPoint / Outlook required.
• Strong interpersonal skills / communication
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Follow written and verbal instructions.

HBD Industries is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

HBD NOTICE OF COLLECTION - CALIFORNIA – December 2022

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Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.