Engineering Structures Jobs in Windsor Connecticut

Plans and designs manufacturing processes throughout the plant. This position maximizes efficiency by analyzing all aspects of manufacturing processes. Determines parts and tools needed to achieve product specifications and business objectives.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Under general direction, performs the management of projects related to aerospace component engineering and manufacturing for new and existing parts and assemblies. Establishes manufacturing methods and process sequence necessary to complete parts. Creates models, operation sheets and work instructions using Solidworks software. Initiates Tool & Fixture design concepts and maintains close feedback with other shop floor personnel, management and related customers and vendors. Troubleshoots manufacturing problems and implements method and tool improvements. Writes rework and repair methods for non-conformances and prepares projects timelines. Participates in discussions with customers and suppliers as required. Performs additional duties as requested, including cost estimating.

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

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• Reads and interprets blueprints, symbols and geometric tolerances based on military and commercial specifications.
  
• Able to process complex assemblies and conceptualize developmental and production tooling in a job shop environment.
  
• Proficient with the following software applications: Solidworks (or equivalent), MS Project / Word / Excel.
  
• Able to create Solid models, operations sheets, Tool and Fixture designs.
  
• Familiarity with specifications and requirements for aerospace component manufacturing that includes having knowledge of aerospace coatings, heat treatment, and machining specifications.
  
• Strong math background including trigonometry and geometry.
  
• Able to research, understand and implement new technologies for possible cost savings and process improvements.
  
• Good verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work well with others in a team-based environment.
  
• Able to perform hands-on shop work.
  
• Proficient in project management.
  

Working Conditions:

Normal office working conditions with the absence of disagreeable elements. Manufacturing Engineers spend a good amount of time on the shop floor.

EOE Statement:

PCX Aerosystems is an equal opportunity employer.

Education & Experience Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 3-5 years' experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience to range from engineering to expediting on shop floor utilizing detailed team input for instruction/directions.
• AS/BS in Engineering Science is advantageous.

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• Plan, set-up, prepare and perform fabrication, assembly, test and associated precision fabrication processes.
  
• Plan, set-up and operate a variety of tools and equipment such as power presses, band saws, belt sanders, expanders, and power shears to cut, form, trim, fit, roll, bend, drill and saw material to fabricate detail parts following established methods and procedures.
  
• Plan, set-up, and perform resistance spot welding and salt braze processes.
  
• Operate a variety of conventional and CNC/NC equipment to perform milling, drilling and turning operations to established methods and procedures.
  
• Plan, set-up, edit programs, and operate various presses and lasers to cut and form details.
  
• Plan, set-up, and perform pressure, leakage and functional tests.
  
• Plan, set-up and operate furnaces for processes such as drying, annealing, aging and curing product.
  
• Receive, unload, check, record, prepare, inventory, store, disburse, and deliver a variety of materials, products and equipment.
  
• Maintain rough stores, cribs, gage cabinets, and point of use storage areas. Order, organize, and store such items as supplies, materials, chemicals and tools.
  
• Safety wire, prepare product, make and apply nameplates and package for shipment.
  
• Fabricate and repair containers.
  
• Participate in review, analysis and ordering of purchased parts and materials to ensure appropriate inventory levels. Communicate with suppliers on delivery and quality concerns.
  
• Review open purchasing and shop part requirements. Review regularly with internal suppliers and purchasing. Coordinate and expedite deliveries as required.
  
• Perform visual, dimensional and functional inspection using variable measuring instruments such as micrometers, verniers and checking fixtures.
  
• Mix and apply bonding agents, coatings and chemicals.
  
• Check calibration of gages, instruments and equipment in accordance with established procedures. Record and document as required.
  
• Prepare test pieces and micros using equipment such as grinders, cutters, sanders, polishers and mounting presses.
  
• Sharpen or modify tools, make up simple forming dies, tooling and templates.
  
• Perform periodic maintenance such as cleaning and lubricating fixtures and equipment, adding fluids, charging filters and tightening hardware.
  
• Participate in audits of processes, procedure and work areas.
  
• Use computers and office equipment to record and process transactions.
  
• Utilize and maintain all necessary documentation such as logs, reports, charts, sampling plans, statistical process control records and nonconformance documents.
  
• Instruct one or two fellow employees in proper performance of duties.
  
• Utilize statistical methods to monitor process control and capability. Use data to investigate areas for potential process improvement.
  
• Improve processes and solve problems in cooperation with fellow employees and technical support.
  
• Move parts and materials to designated locations in accordance with material flow procedures, and initiate follow-up lists.
  
• Keep equipment and surroundings neat, clean and organized.
  
• Perform related duties as required within the scope of this job function.
  
• 3rd Shift: 12am to 7am, Monday to Friday.
  
• Training may take place on 1st, 2nd Shift, or 3rd Shift for up to 3 months.
  

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• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
  
• 1-2 years of experience in quality control and inspection processes.
  
• Prior use of air tools and fixtures to set-up parts for welding and understanding of location gages such vernier calipers and depth micrometers.
  

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• Sheet metal working skills such as grinding, bending, cut-off tools, polishing, deburring.
  
• Experience completing pressure test, assembly of Heli coils, riveting, and spot welding.
  
• 5-7 years of relevant experience in quality control and inspection processes.
  
• Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC) and other quality assurance methodologies.
  
• Experience with the use of precision measuring instruments and inspection equipment.
  

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• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
  
• Collins provides eligible employees with paid time off
  
• Tuition reimbursement program
  
• Student Loan Repayment Program
  
• Life insurance and disability coverage
  
• Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
  
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
  
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
  
• Adoption Assistance
  
• Autism Benefit
  
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
  
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
  
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
  
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
  
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
  
• And more!
  

Pay: $35.00 $43.00 / hour

The pay listed is the salary range for this position. Any specific offer will vary based on the successful applicant's education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data. You may be eligible to participate in a Company incentive or bonus program.
Benefit Information: Local 32BJ Union Benefits

Position Summary:

The Plumber is responsible for performing a wide variety of plumbing tasks, including inspection, upkeep, and repair in a safety-conscious and team-oriented environment. This role is based on a single campus, with no travel required, offering stability and consistency for experienced professionals seeking a long-term opportunity. The candidate will need to have a general understanding of mechanical, plumbing, electrical, painting, and housekeeping of mechanical areas.

At ABM, our respect for team members comes with a commitment to a diverse workforce, making us a leader in our industry. Enjoy clear career growth programs and support. In return for your expertise, youll benefit from excellent training, industry-leading benefits, and unlimited opportunities to learn and grow.

Required Certifications: P1 or P2 Plumbing Certification.

Essential Functions

• Troubleshoots minor maintenance problems involving plumbing, and equipment repair or replacement.
• Performs routine plumbing repairs such as unstopping toilets, sinks or urinals, fixing water leaks, leaking faucets, and water fountains.
• Completes assigned preventive maintenance and reactive maintenance.
• Responsible for housekeeping of mechanical areas as well as other equipment, systems or structures
• Installs, repairs, and maintains pipes, valves, fittings, drainage systems, and fixtures
• Maintains, repairs and makes new installations of water, air steam, and sewage systems plant wide.
• Responds to, diagnoses, and resolves plumbing emergencies
• Performs routine inspections of plumbing and drainage systems
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Willingness to Work at Various Heights: The ideal candidate must be comfortable working in elevated environments. This includes tasks that may require being at different heights for extended periods.
• Ladder Climbing: Regular climbing of ladders is a critical part of this position. The candidate must be capable of safely ascending and descending ladders of various sizes and types.
• Utilizing Various Lifts: Proficiency in operating a range of lifts is essential. This involves maneuvering scissor lifts, boom lifts, and other mechanical devices to reach higher areas

Minimum Education and/or Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma / GED
• Required Certifications: P1 or P2 Plumbing Certification.
• 3-5 years demonstrated combined plumbing and pipe fitting experience in a commercial or industrial setting
• Must be familiar with Standard Gas and Plumbing Codes and Standard Building Codes.
• Read, interpret, and work from diagrams, blueprints, sketches, and repair manuals.
• Must be authorized to work in the US.

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Title: New Product Introduction Engineer

Job Summary:

The incumbent will be responsible for project management from development through production launch for new products.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with customers, marketing, sales, manufacturing, engineering, and quality engineering to shepherd new programs from concept development to commercial launch.
• Position serves in a results-driven environment and requires a team-oriented individual.
• Develop project and manufacturing costs to support sales and marketing in business case development and program justification.
• Ability to understand customer requirements and translate those requirements into a manufacturable product design.
• Establish engineering / scientific objectives for projects.
• Coordinate tooling design, fabrication, start-up, and production ramp-up then turn over to manufacturing for new programs.
• Finalize specifications, designs, and contract reviews for specific market responsibilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects at one time to agreed timelines and budgets.
• Independently plan and execute projects – i.e., program management
• Evaluated based on execution to the project timeline.
• Evaluated based on customer satisfaction.
• Evaluated on the successful launch of products to production.

The expectations for managing the programs are:

• Manage the phase gate process from purchase order receipt, through development and production release.
• Assemble a multi-disciplinary team (assigned by department managers) to execute project activities.
• Hold a kick-off meeting to launch the project.
• Create and maintain a project Gantt chart for schedule and critical deliverables.
• Hold review meetings as programs progress towards production.
• Participate in technical meetings.
• Manage customer meetings.
• Manage suppliers in the development phase.
• Generate presentations on project status.
• Mange the hand off of a project to production and the production sign-off of a project
• Participate with the team in a “hands on” manner: assist in writing / review of documents, assist with taking product samples, machine operation, manufacturing process review, and physical review of product quality.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, product realization, or an applied industrial environment.
• Experience with automotive, aerospace, or medical manufacturing and quality systems desired. Proficiency in reading engineering prints along with an understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Skilled in utilizing spreadsheets for calculations, task management, and documentation.
• Manage team priorities and open tasks.
• Able to lead team meetings.

Experience & Education Requirements:

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or ten years of experience in manufacturing and program management.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.

Company Description

Adform Interiors is a trusted commercial interiors project partner based in Hartford, CT. Our unique approach has earned us a 100% customer satisfaction rating, and we value realistic project plans and budgets.

Role Description

We are seeking an experienced and driven Construction Project Manager to lead commercial interior, tenant fit-out, and ground-up construction projects from pre-construction through closeout. This role is ideal for a hands-on professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is motivated to grow into a Director of Construction position as our company continues to expand.

Typical Responsibilities include:

• Manage multiple projects from planning through completion
• Develop, track, and control project schedules, budgets, and costs
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, inspectors, and internal teams
• Lead project meetings and maintain clear communication with clients and stakeholders
• Review and manage contracts, change orders, RFIs, and submittals
• Ensure compliance with safety requirements, quality standards, and applicable building codes
• Identify project risks and implement proactive solutions
• Prepare and present regular project status and financial reports
• Assist with Site Supervision and coordination of daily site activities to ensure smooth project execution as required.
• Build and manage sub-contractor relationships for successful project delivery
• Contribute to process improvements and operational best practices

Growth & Leadership Path

This position is intentionally structured to grow into a Senior Project Manager Role and eventually a Director of Construction role. As Adform Interiors continues to scale, this individual will have the opportunity to:

• Oversee multiple project managers and field teams
• Establish and standardize project controls, reporting, and construction procedures
• Support strategic planning, forecasting, and workload management
• Participate in hiring, training, and mentoring construction staff
• Collaborate with executive leadership on company growth initiatives

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction project management experience in commercial construction
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification required
• Demonstrated success in delivering projects on time and within budget
• Strong understanding of construction methods, contracts, and cost controls
• Experience with Construction Online or comparable construction project management systems (e.g., Procore, Buildertrend, Autodesk Construction Cloud)
• Proficiency with scheduling, budgeting, and reporting tools
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $95,000 – $120,000, commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonus tied to project and company performance
• Clearly defined advancement path to Senior Project Manager and Director of Construction
• Health benefits, paid time off, and paid holidays
• Small supportive team that cares, growth-oriented company culture
• Flexible Scheduling
• 401(k) Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance access
• State-mandated benefits

**$2500 SIGN-ON BONUS**

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

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• Set-up and operate Horizontal and Vertical CNC Lathes with Fanuc controls according to engineering specifications, instructions, GD&T and operation sheets. Knowledge of manual machines is a plus.
  
• Select appropriate cutting tools, fixtures and tool holders for a given job.
  
• Run similar jobs of short cycle times for extended periods of time where manufacturing processes are stable and do not require frequent change.
  
• Read and interpret engineering instructions, travelers, and blueprints and be familiar with geometric tolerances and principles.
  
• Operate more than one machine at a time, one to two machines depending on the nature of the job and its complexity, occasionally operating more than two machines depending on operator skill and familiarity with a given job.
  
• Must perform routine maintenance on assigned production equipment, i.e., maintain cleanliness of work area and machinery, check machinery fluids and alert maintenance personnel and/or supervisor of malfunctions.
  

Operate lifting and handling equipment such as hand truck, pallet jack, or overhead hoist to maneuver in-process or finished components to desired location.

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

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• Knowledgeable of in-process inspection techniques, standards, and requirements. Able to use and interpret precision measuring devices such as micrometers, verniers, and various hand tools, i.e., gauges to verify the accuracy of dimensional characteristics of components.
  
• Knowledge of metal characteristics in a production setting is desirable.
  
• Knowledge of programming code, canned cycles, threading & boring jaws and makes program edits.
  
• Machinists must have good verbal and written communication skills; good math skills and good interpersonal skills. Must work well with colleagues, supervision and management.
  

Education & Experience Required:

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• 7 - 10 years Vertical or Horizontal CNC Lathe machining experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably aerospace.
  
• Fully capable of reading, understanding, and following written and oral work instructions in English.
  
• Ability to lift or transfer components or objects of no more than 50 pounds.
  
• HS diploma or GED.
  

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The Quality Inspector is responsible for the inspection, documentation, and certification of critical components throughout the production process, including parts subject to flight safety requirements. This role ensures compliance with AS9100, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements through precise measurement and rigorous recordkeeping.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Performs various inspection activities utilizing precision inspection equipment at all phases of product manufacturing. Uses GD&T concepts, customer supplied specifications, and internal standards, to ensure compliance with AS9100, NADCAP, and other regulatory requirements.

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• Read and understand complex engineering drawings to determine dimensions and tolerance specifications.
  
• Compare recorded measurements to blueprint dimensions and tolerances and notify specified persons of discrepancies using NCF and MRB process
  
• Familiarity with the use of various inspection and measurement equipment, i.e. CMM, FARO Arm, Borescope, Optical Comparator, etc. preferred
  
• Strong understanding of units of measure and applicability to GD&T principles
  
• Must be self-motivated and able to adjust to a dynamic work environment and tempo while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
  
• Strong professional ethics combined with the ability to function well on teams.
  

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• Experience in aerospace manufacturing or similarly regulated industry preferred.
  
• Familiarity with performing various inspection activities to include, i.e., 1st piece, in-process, final inspections
  
• High School Diploma or GED
  
• Knowledgeable of MS Word, and Excel
  
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years' experience in the operation of CMM's preferred (Mitutoyo/Metris/Zeiss)
  
• Familiarity with operation/programming of FARO arm preferred
  

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The Lean Specialist will drive operational excellence by identifying, analyzing, and eliminating waste across business processes. This role involves leading cross-functional teams, implementing Lean methodologies (such as 5S, Kaizen, VSM), and fostering a culture of continuous improvement to enhance productivity, quality, and cost savings.

Key Responsibilities

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• Process Improvement: Lead, facilitate, and support Lean Six Sigma projects and Kaizen events to streamline operations, reduce defects, and improve flow.
  
• Value Stream Mapping (VSM): Conduct detailed VSM to analyze current state, map future state, and identify inefficiencies (waste).
  
• Training & Coaching: Provide coaching and training to staff on Lean tools, principles, and standard work to embed a continuous improvement mindset.
  
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Utilize data-driven insights and statistical tools to measure KPI improvements, tracking savings and results for senior management.
  
• Standardization: Implement and sustain 5S, Kanban, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistent, efficient performance.
  
• Gemba Walks: Perform regular Gemba walks to identify abnormalities, support employees on the shop floor, and identify improvement opportunities.
  
  

Key Skills & Qualifications

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• Lean Expertise: Deep understanding of Lean principles, Six Sigma methodologies, Kaizen, and waste reduction techniques (8 Wastes).
  
• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyze complex data sets to identify trends, root causes, and solutions, with proficiency in tools like Excel, Minitab, or Visio.
  
• Project Management: Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously from inception to completion.
  
• Leadership & Change Management: Exceptional ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive cultural change within an organization.
  
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills to interact with diverse groups, including shop floor staff and executive leadership.
  
• Facilitation: Ability to lead workshops and brainstorming sessions effectively.
  

Education & Experience Requirements

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• Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
  
• Experience: 3-5+ years of experience in Lean manufacturing, operational excellence, or continuous improvement roles.
  
• Certification: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification is highly desirable.
  

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