Process Engineer
: Job Details :

Come grow with Marotta, named one of New Jersey's Top Workplaces for the third year running and a Top Workplace USA for 2024. You will have room to grow and be a part of an exciting team, all within a warm and welcoming environment. With compressed work week and hybrid work schedule options, Marotta values their employees. We specialize in the design, development, and production of precision control components and systems. Founded in 1943, Marotta has been at the forefront of Aerospace & Defense milestones for over 80 years from breaking the sound barrier on the Bell X-1 and landing the first man on the moon to playing a critical role on today's advanced U.S Navy platforms as well as the emerging commercial Space industry. Our products and expertise range from high performance valves to complete sub-systems that integrate electronic controls, actuators, and power conversion systems. We have received over 200 patents for our technologies and support the most demanding applications found on military aircraft, tactical systems, submarines, surface ships, satellites, and space launch vehicles. Our teams have repeatedly been recognized for outstanding performance by some of the most prestigious organizations in the world including The Boeing Company, Lockheed Martin, NASA & Northrop Grumman. PROCESS ENGINEER Position Profile : We are seeking an innovative process engineer to join our growing team. In this position, you will take responsibility for improving and streamlining workflow in our aerospace level manufacturing facility. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to see the big picture, are essential for this role.Minimum Required Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well independently and with a team
• Computer skills: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and the ability to learn process simulation software
• Must be a US Citizen

Essential or Primary / Key Responsibilities :

• Analyze existing production processes, identify top issues to address, and suggest improvements
• Perform time studies, analyze the data, and identify areas for improvement and innovation
• Use process simulation software to improve workflow and balance the production line
• Examine bench layouts and work with Production Engineers to evaluate the feasibility of suggested changes
• Coordinate with engineering and quality departments to improve production process efficiencies without compromising quality
• Investigate and solve problems related to production processes, procedures, and operations
• Document and communicate all findings and improvements
• Gain buy-in from engineers and managers to adopt process modifications
• Lead the effort to implement process changes
• Coordinate with other departments to develop presentations to customers
• Participate in manufacturing readiness assessments
• Alert management to process problems in a timely manner
• Identify materials and equipment needed and generate purchase requisitions and/or capital expenditure requests to obtain them
• Understand various machining techniques.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing principles to tool/fixture design, material selection, facility layout plans, cost estimates, DFM concepts, GD&T practices, machine shop documentation (operations/ tooling sheets, routers, etc.), root cause investigations, trouble shooting, performance metrics and machine shop operational activities.
• Secure external resources (subcontracted services) to maintain and ensure equipment is operational.
• Perform all practices and activities related to Mfg. Eng. in a manner which supports commonality, standardization (where applicable), First Past Yield and utilization of safe/best industry practices.
• Create, maintain and refine detailed mfg. documentation (i.e. Operation Sheets, Routers, Set-up/Tooling sheets, etc.) through effective selection of manufacturing methods (inclusive of inspection point selection).
• Design efficient/safe tools and fixtures required to support operations.
• Generate accurate estimates (i.e. set-up, cycle time, material, etc.) using cost effective mfg. methods.
• Define, monitor and communicate the status of performance metrics to management. Implement appropriate actions to resolve identified issues.
• Effectively communicate issues in a timely manner to all affected parties internal/external to the Marotta Organization.
• Contribute to a positive, cooperative and safe work environment through effective communication at all levels of the Marotta organization.
• Participate in root cause investigations, troubleshooting activities (as req'd), continuous improvement initiatives/programs, etc.

Additional Duties / Responsibilities :

• Bring initiatives and activities to closure in a timely manner through effective interaction with individuals, both internal and external to the Marotta organization (as required).
• Facilitate training, as needed, to maintain a cross-trained workforce and to support operational goals and objectives.
• Abide by all safety, quality, housekeeping and company policies/procedures to ensure compliance to various regulatory and internal system requirements.
• Contribute to a positive and cooperative work environment through effective communication at all levels internal and external to the organization.
• Actively participate in team meetings, improvement initiatives/programs, etc. to provide constructive recommendations and initiate actions to support company initiatives/goals.
• Consistently demonstrate commitment to company values.
• Keep management informed of area activities and of any significant problems.
• Assume responsibility for related duties as required or assigned.
• Ensure that work area(s) are clean, secure, and well maintained.
• Complete special projects and miscellaneous assignments as required.

Work Environment :

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to conditions typical of a manufacturing/machine shop environment, including, but not limited to: fluids, fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, noise and vibration.
• This job interacts both in a professional office environment and a manufacturing/machine shop environment. This role uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines, as well as environments inclusive of the appropriate eye, hearing and foot protection (as required).
• Temperature of work environment may be affected by outside/external temperatures, machining processes, etc.
• This is a full-time position. Weekend work may be required, as job duties demand.
• Some travel may be required for this position (5-20%).

Physical Requirements :

• While performing the duties of this job, the Process Engineer is regularly required to talk and hear.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Vision and color vision must pass job-required vision screening.
• The Process Engineer is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, and to use hands to finger, handle or feel.
• The Process Engineer is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, stoop, or crouch, and move about the facility.
• The Process Engineer may be required to lift and/or move items weighing up to 25 pounds.

This position is at our Montville, NJ corporate offices location.Many of our contracts require proof that you are a U.S. citizen and/or that an export license has been obtained for employees who are citizens of certain countries. Your employment, both initially and continually thereafter, is conditioned on production of such proof of citizenship and/or any export license that may be required to comply with any and all applicable laws, regulations, or executive orders, or required by Federal, State, or local government contracts. We offer a highly competitive compensation package for this outstanding position plus a quarterly bonus along with a full range of top quality benefits and employee services including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, life and disability income insurance programs, 401k retirement plans with company match, generous tuition aid program, paid vacation, sick and personal days, paid holidays and flexible work hours with compressed work week options. We recognize and reward our employee's accomplishments and host several employee engagement events per quarter. If you are looking to grow or accelerate your career and be part of a best in class organization while enjoying a work-life balance, please visit our website at www.marotta.com to learn more about us and to apply. Check out all our openings at We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity employer M/F/IWD/Veterans VETERANS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLYNo agencies, please.