Engineering Jobs in Delaware Ohio

Company Description

H-P Products Engineered Tube Bends is a leader in tube bending and fabrication, offering solutions such as bending, end forming, welding, and laser tube cutting. The company also provides a wide range of readily available products, including standard elbows, bends, tubing, and installation accessories. Since 1948, H-P Products has built a reputation for quality, consistency, and customizability. With decades of expertise, we strive to deliver precision-engineered solutions tailored to meet diverse customer needs.

Position summary

We are a small, privately owned manufacturing company seeking a hands-on Industrial Engineer to improve how we plan, build, and measure our work. This role will be responsible for validating and maintaining production part times used for scheduling and capacity planning, while driving root cause analysis and process improvements across the shop floor. The ideal candidate is highly data-driven, practical, and collaborative—able to build trust with an hourly workforce and turn analysis into improvements that stick.

Key responsibilities

Production standards / part time validation

· Validate, establish, and maintain accurate production part times (routing/operation standards) to support scheduling and capacity planning.

· Conduct time studies (direct observation, work sampling, video/time capture where appropriate), document methods, and ensure standards reflect current best practice.

· Partner with Scheduling/Production to resolve time standard issues that impact promise dates, bottlenecks, and throughput.

· Implement a sustainable process for periodic review and updates of part time after changes in tooling, methods, product design, or staffing.

Continuous improvement / process optimization

· Map processes (current/future state), identify waste, and recommend improvements in layout, material flow, work methods, and standard work.

· Support line balancing, cell design, and capacity analysis to improve flow and reduce lead time.

Root cause analysis & problem solving

· Facilitate root cause analysis for production issues (scrap, rework, downtime, missed schedules, productivity gaps).

· Use structured problem-solving tools (5 Whys, Fishbone, Pareto, A3, PFMEA as needed) and track corrective actions to closure.

· Create simple, visual, shop-floor-friendly metrics and feedback loops that drive daily improvement.

Data, reporting, and cross-functional collaboration

· Analyze production data to identify trends and improvement opportunities (cycle time, downtime, OEE elements, labor efficiency, schedule attainment).

· Work closely with Production, Scheduling, Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, and Supply Chain to implement improvements and sustain gains.

· Train and coach operators and lead on standard work, time study participation, and continuous improvement concepts.

Required qualifications

· Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).

· Demonstrated experience validating/setting labor standards and production part time in a manufacturing environment.

· Strong root cause analysis and process improvement experience with measurable results.

· Data-driven mindset with strong Excel skills (ability to analyze and present data clearly).

· Proven ability to work effectively with hourly teams; comfortable on the shop floor daily.

· Strong communication skills—able to explain the "why" and drive adoption without being heavy-handed.

Preferred qualifications

· Experience in small-to-mid-sized manufacturing (high-mix/low-to-mid volume is a plus).

· Familiarity with Lean tools (5S, standard work, Kaizen, value stream mapping, visual management).

· Experience working with ERP systems (routing, labor reporting, scheduling inputs).

· Basic statistical/process capability knowledge (SPC, Cp/Cpk) is a plus.

Success measures (first 6–12 months)

· Production part time/routings are validated, updated, and trusted by Scheduling and Production.

· Improved schedule attainment and capacity planning accuracy tied to updated standards.

· Reduction in key losses (scrap, rework, downtime, excessive labor variance) through Root Cause Analysis and sustained countermeasures.

· Strong working relationships with operators/leads and increased engagement in improvement efforts.

Work environment

· Shop-floor focused role in a hands-on manufacturing setting.

· Requires frequent standing/walking and direct observation of production processes

· On Site - Louisville, OH 44641

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.