Engineering Jobs in Downsville Maryland
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Job Opportunity - Electrical Engineer
Location : New Freedom, PA
Duration : Long term
Position Summary
The Electrical Engineer will support product optimization initiatives through design analysis, component evaluation, simulation, and testing activities. This role involves reviewing existing product designs, identifying opportunities for component standardization, conducting simulations, and supporting testing and troubleshooting of electrical systems, including 3-phase systems. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically sound, and eager to contribute in a collaborative engineering environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Research and analyze existing product designs to identify redundant components and recommend design optimizations.
- Review and analyze Bills of Materials (BOMs) to identify opportunities for component commonization and cost reduction.
- Interpret technical drawings, schematics, and electrical documentation accurately.
- Perform circuit simulations to evaluate the feasibility of component substitutions and validate design changes.
- Participate in testing and troubleshooting of 3-phase electrical systems, proactively identifying and resolving issues under the guidance of senior engineers.
- Utilize test equipment such as oscilloscopes, power analyzers, and related diagnostic tools.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of design modifications, simulations, test procedures, and results.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure design integrity and compliance with applicable standards.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Solid understanding of fundamental electrical engineering principles.
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and BOMs.
- Familiarity with electrical test equipment such as oscilloscopes and power analyzers.
- Knowledge of electrical components and systems.
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
- Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced engineering environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Hands-on experience in electrical testing and troubleshooting, including independent resolution of circuit- and system-level issues.
- Experience with circuit simulation tools such as SPICE or Saber.
- Familiarity with applicable industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Exposure to 3-phase motors and related systems.
Job Description
Job Summary:
Manages a team of chemists/scientists/technicians and executes pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) tape prototype development, scale-up, and product launch in various applications. The group leader will focus on platform technology development, new product development for customer-driven projects, as well as continuous improvement and cost reduction of existing products and processes. Emphasis on acrylic polymer synthesis, silicone and rubber adhesive formulations, PSA rheology, knowledge of tape assemblies, backing material selection, and release liner familiarity. Works with customers and AR teams to collect design input and develop new product design strategies. Technical and laboratory lead in developing new adhesive solutions, robust products, and basic production processes that can be successfully commercialized.
Essential Functions:
- Establishes and directs research programs for new product development and product/process improvement of current products. Responsible for complex basic research and/or product development projects.
- Leads lab personnel and facilitates development of product constructions and processes; designs & conducts chemical experiments on both lab- and production-scale; designs and specifies production scale processes and contributes to product validation.
- Conducts and directs required laboratory work to develop new PSA and tape assemblies including polymerization, formulation, coating and testing. Develops new products that lead to sustainable commercial revenue.
- Completes any necessary regulatory forms. Ensures team follows similar protocols and procedures.
- Implements and executes product development to align with Stage Gate timelines and sets prioritization with the Director of Innovation and Product Management team. Meets technical commitments in order to complete project progression dates and milestones on time.
- Drives patent strategy (reading, planning, and execution) within the team to align with goals established by the Director of Innovation.
- Consults with Director of Innovation, Product Management, Operations, Quality and Sales personnel on group priorities and strategy. Active role in setting overall Innovation direction & strategy. Participates in business planning process with one or more business as appropriate. Establishes program priorities, objectives and responsibilities for group. Ensures effective communication of Innovation program progress for own work and for overall group.
- Functions as a technical lead on product development teams. Leads cross-functional product development teams to ensure effective prototype development, to drive prototypes to commercial products, and to translate findings into impactful business revenue.
- Participates and occasionally leads establishment and implementation of R&D policies and procedures. May be responsible for specified lab areas.
- Interfaces with customers on new product applications and networks externally to assure highest level of competence is maintained.
- Develops skills within the team and evaluates performance of department personnel. Mentors and and coaches associates to effectively work in the department in addition to promoting a collaborative work environment (within the department and cross-functionally). Executes performance reviews annually.
- Makes identifiable and substantial contributions to continuous improvement. Performs all duties consistent with established AR guidelines consistent with ISO-9001 and those elements of GMP deemed necessary to support our business (as outlined in the Quality Manual). Actively complies with and endorses Department and Company objectives.
- Responsible for the proper disposal of hazardous waste into the proper labeled containers and drums.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Perform other related duties as assigned by management.
Job Specifications:
- BS degree (or higher) in chemistry, chemical engineering, polymer science or materials science and/or significant industrial experience. Ph.D. degree preferred but not required.
- Greater than 3 years adhesive formulation, mixing process and coating process experience. Demonstrates detailed knowledge of required chemical and physical test methods for PSA characterization. Requires an aptitude to use sensitive test equipment.
- Basic understanding and familiarity with adhesive chemistries and coating technologies. Familiarity and understanding of various adhesive chemistries (acrylic, silicone, rubber).
- Understanding of adhesive tape constructions (backing materials, release liner selection, adhesive chemistries, etc.)
- Knowledge of PSA rheology, dynamic mechanical analysis, and other physical polymer characterization methods
- Supervisory experience preferred with experience managing a team of scientists in product development, technology platform expansion, and patent filing.
- Demonstrated technology and/or product development capability.
- Expertise required in Stage Gate processes and how to move projects through the pipeline with discipline, efficiency, and accountability
- Excellent program prioritization and coordination skills, ability to manage multiple priorities
- Ability and willingness to work effectively in a diverse, disciplined team environment with limited supervision. Ability to work independently and drive project execution with limited guidance.
- Excellent program prioritization and coordination skills, ability to manage multiple priorities.Agility to adapt and shift to changing priorities, proactively anticipating obstacles, and flexibility to seek out alternative solutions when faced with meeting customer design inputs and timelines
- Must communicate fluently in English
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of AR information
- Excellent oral & written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of computers & related word processing, spreadsheet & e-mail software – Microsoft preferred
- Ability to employ statistical analysis techniques. Familiarity with design of experiments software and set-up, ability to employ statistical analysis techniques
- Ability to develop and present effective technical presentations to internal and external customers.
We're seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Heat Treat Process Engineering Supervisor to lead and support all aspects of the heat treatment operations with a focus on quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Heat Treat Process Engineering Supervisor serves as a technical expert responsible for ensuring the proper thermal processing of materials to meet metallurgical and production requirements meeting all CQI-9 requirements. This role includes overseeing furnace operations, audits, documentation, process control, equipment maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
The ideal candidate will have strong metallurgical knowledge, heat treat process experience, the ability to troubleshoot equipment and process issues, and the ability to manage compliance in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role has direct supervisory responsibility for Lab Technicians, including scheduling, performance management, training, and ensuring compliance with laboratory testing standards and metallurgical validation requirements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES (Complete):
- Oversee and manage daily heat treat operations including carburizing, hardening, tempering, and stress relieving
- Ensure compliance with AIAG CQI-9: Heat Treat System Assessment (HTSA) and other applicable standards
- Implement and maintain heat treat process control plans per AIAG guidelines
- Conduct and lead CQI-9 self-assessments, audits, and ensure closure of gaps and non-conformances
- Ensure proper setup, calibration, and operation of furnaces and quench systems
- Monitor thermal cycles and maintain control charts, pyrometry data, and process records per CQI-9
- Support system accuracy tests (SAT), temperature uniformity surveys (TUS), and instrumentation calibration activities
- Ensure all documentation meets internal and customer-specific AIAG compliance requirements
- Collaborate with Engineering, Maintenance, and Quality to address process improvements and problem-solving
- Perform metallurgical inspections including hardness testing and microstructure verification
- Provide technical guidance to operators and maintenance personnel on best practices
- Develop and optimize heat treat process parameters including atmosphere control, quench severity, and thermal cycle design to meet metallurgical and dimensional requirements
- Atmosphere verification (Carbon Potential, Dew Point, etc.)
- Distortion Mitigation Strategy
- Develop, implement, and maintain training programs to ensure team competency on heat treat systems and compliance
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective action efforts for heat treat-related non-conformities
- Utilize Lean Six Sigma principles to drive cost reduction, efficiency, and quality improvements
- Maintain proper traceability and process documentation for internal and external audits
- Provide technical direction for furnace troubleshooting, repair validation, and upgrade initiatives in coordination with Maintenance
- Perform other duties as assigned or required in support of production and quality goals
- Directly supervise Lab Technicians, including daily work assignments and workload balancing
- Approve timecards, PTO, and manage attendance
- Perform other duties as assigned or required in support of production and quality goals
CORE COMPETENCIES:
- Action oriented: Demonstrates ownership in solving process and compliance issues
- Self-Motivated: Demonstrates ability to take initiative and drive to achieve results. Proactively drives conformance with CQI-9 requirements and continuous improvement
- Accountability: Demonstrates ability to take responsibility and maintains sense of ownership and follow through on commitments. Sets high standards of performance.
- Communication: Demonstrates ability to convey and distribute information effectively and encompass strong speaking, presentation, written and listening skills. Ability to create an environment for open communication, and communicates clearly across departments regarding heat treat and compliance status
- Teamwork: Demonstrates ability to work well with others to accomplish common goals and build a positive climate and trusting relationships within teams.
- Leadership: Demonstrates ability to give direction, motivate, manage and reward performance, provide constructive feedback and foster individual professional development. Trains and guides operators to follow standard operating procedures and compliance guidelines
- Reliability: Demonstrates dependability, accountability and trust. Follows processes and meets commitments. Delivers consistent process performance and regulatory documentation
- Decision-making: Demonstrates ability to discover opportunities in challenges, seek profit and sustainable growth, make courageous while sound decisions and demonstrate a good business understanding. Applies analytical skills and CQI-9 knowledge to make data-driven decisions
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Thorough understanding of heat treatment principles, metallurgy, and thermal processing equipment
- Working knowledge of CQI-9 audits, checklists, gap closures, and AIAG documentation practices
- Familiarity with control system troubleshooting, PLCs, HMIs, and data logging
- Ability to supervise, mentor, and train heat treat personnel on compliance, safety, and process controls
- Skilled in conducting microstructure analysis and hardness testing to validate process results
- Strong organizational and record-keeping skills for always maintaining audit-readiness
- Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and Continuous Improvement
- Physically capable of working in a high-temperature, industrial environment
- Commitment to upholding process integrity and product conformance to specification
WORKING ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
- Work involves exposure to high-temperature equipment, hot surfaces, and industrial environments. May encounter fumes, noise, and moving machinery. Personal protective equipment (PPE), including heat-resistant gloves, face protection, and hearing protection, is required. Occasional exposure to quenchants, chemicals, and elevated platforms is expected. Safety training and environmental awareness are critical components of the role.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
- This role has direct supervisory responsibilities.
The demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Materials, Metallurgical, or Manufacturing Engineering required.
- Materials Science or Metallurgical Engineering preferred
- 7+ years of hands-on heat treat or metallurgical experience, preferably in automotive or aerospace manufacturing
- Demonstrated knowledge and application of CQI-9 Heat Treat System Assessment requirements
- Familiarity with AIAG standards and automotive core tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA)
- Experience conducting and documenting SAT, TUS, and other pyrometry-related activities
- Experience operating batch and continuous furnaces, quench systems, and thermal processing equipment
- Demonstrates ability to directly supervise lab personnel including assigning work, evaluating performance, managing corrective actions, and developing team capabilities.
- Creates accountability, enforces standards, and drives measurable performance improvements.
- Proficient in hardness testing, blueprint reading, GD&T, and metallurgical inspection techniques
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and plant data collection systems
- Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and analytical skills
- Commitment to safety, quality, and environmental standards
- Ability to lead and train team members on technical and compliance-related topics
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and prioritize effectively
Compensation details: 96 Yearly Salary
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Job Summary:
This is a full-time position responsible for managing projects that support our manufacturing equipment and facilities.
Essential Functions:
- Manage and execute small to mid-size capital projects.
- Prepare user and functional specifications, project plans, scopes of work (SOW) and requests for quote (RFQ) documents.
- Identify manufacturers, suppliers, integrators and contractors. Obtain and review competitive bids.
- Submit purchase requisitions and track costs.
- Plan, schedule and coordinate installation, commissioning and qualification activities.
- Prepare change control documentation, work instructions, equipment installation and operational qualification protocols, and summary reports as required.
- Ensure safety is designed into equipment.
- Ensure long-term maintenance and reliability practices are established.
- Assist lead engineers in the execution of large capital projects.
- Contribute technical expertise to improve equipment reliability and performance.
- Provide engineering solutions to address repetitive failures and other problems.
- Work closely with process owners on continuous improvement projects.
- Support maintenance, production and project management.
- Communicate effectively with AR associates, suppliers, contractors, and customers.
- Conduct yourself in a professional, respectful manner consistent with AR Guiding Principles, and embrace 6S LEAN culture.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Job Specifications:
- B.S. degree in Engineering
- A self-starting team player that can handle multiple and changing priorities
- Strong problem solving, decision making, and project management skills
- Strong analytical and computer skills
- Sound organization and communication skills
- Communicate fluently in English
- Tolerate odors and noise associated with manufacturing operations
- Travel throughout the manufacturing areas, buildings and campus to allow personal observations of equipment and facilities associated with responsibilities
- Travel to customer and vendor facilities as required
- Accommodate a flexible work schedule
- Proficiency in computer programs for engineering such as Office 365 applications and AutoCad
Job Summary:
The Maintenance Planner’s primary job function is to plan and coordinate activities for the Maintenance Department. Drives to maintain the work order backlog at an acceptable level and works with other team members in the department to minimize unplanned production downtime.
Essential Functions:
- Plan and coordinate activities for the Maintenance Mechanics: PM’s, Work Orders, Project Work,
etc. using CMMS software (Limble)
- Serves as Primary Administrator of the CMMS software (Limble)
- Coordinate with Maintenance Clerk on procurement and kitting of parts for planned work.
- Maintain and improve Adhesives Research manufacturing facilities, support systems and equipment.
- Support change controls and capital projects in conjunction with Quality, Operations, Process Engineering, and Project Engineering.
- Lead, facilitate, and champion process optimization and continuous improvement projects designed to promote top line growth opportunities through: equipment reliability, PMs, work order closures, and safety improvements
- Self-motivated and self-disciplined with the ability to work independently and with minimalsupervision
- Write change controls as required per SPAR 7233
- Write planned deviations and non-conformances for PM’s as needed
- Supports the area managers and supervisors with key metrics, identifies and implements continuous improvement actions; makes identifiable and substantial contributions to improving equipment reliability, PMs, and facility cleanliness
- Interface with external equipment vendors, engineering companies, contractors, and customers
- Ability to handle multiple projects concurrently
- Represent the organization in a professional and positive manner to associates, external customers, and vendors
- Conform to Company policies and procedures, Quality Systems, cGMPs, ISO, OSHA, etc.
- Perform and/or support maintenance duties as needed.
- Coordinate engineering capital projects as well as contractor work projects
- Ensures compliance with all relevant regulations (e.g. ISO, FDA, OSHA, EPA, DEP, etc.) and company procedures
Additional Responsibilities:
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Job Specifications:
- Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
- Strong background in maintenance planning/coordinating work flows
- Previous maintenance supervisory experience a plus
- Minimum of 10 years experience in maintenance
- Experience / knowledge of Lean Manufacturing practices and principles
- Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
- Strong mechanical aptitude and analytical ability
- Computer literacy with good working knowledge in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
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.
Job Opportunity - Electrical Engineer
Location : New Freedom, PA
Position Summary
The Electrical Engineer will support product optimization initiatives through design analysis, component evaluation, simulation, and testing activities. This role involves reviewing existing product designs, identifying opportunities for component standardization, conducting simulations, and supporting testing and troubleshooting of electrical systems, including 3-phase systems. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically sound, and eager to contribute in a collaborative engineering environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Research and analyze existing product designs to identify redundant components and recommend design optimizations.
- Review and analyze Bills of Materials (BOMs) to identify opportunities for component commonization and cost reduction.
- Interpret technical drawings, schematics, and electrical documentation accurately.
- Perform circuit simulations to evaluate the feasibility of component substitutions and validate design changes.
- Participate in testing and troubleshooting of 3-phase electrical systems, proactively identifying and resolving issues under the guidance of senior engineers.
- Utilize test equipment such as oscilloscopes, power analyzers, and related diagnostic tools.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of design modifications, simulations, test procedures, and results.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure design integrity and compliance with applicable standards.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Solid understanding of fundamental electrical engineering principles.
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and BOMs.
- Familiarity with electrical test equipment such as oscilloscopes and power analyzers.
- Knowledge of electrical components and systems.
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
- Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced engineering environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Hands-on experience in electrical testing and troubleshooting, including independent resolution of circuit- and system-level issues.
- Experience with circuit simulation tools such as SPICE or Saber.
- Familiarity with applicable industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Exposure to 3-phase motors and related systems.
