Process Engineer

Nye Lubricants Inc., a member of the FUCHS Group, located in Fairhaven, MA, is a leader in the innovation, formulation and manufacturer of synthetic lubricants.  Nye’s lubricants add value to products in a wide range of industries and applications.

Your Responsibilities:

The Process Engineer will be responsible for leading projects to improve manufacturing efficiency of our specialty lubricants/ compounds.

Responsibilities will include:

• Oversee major projects within the Manufacturing Engineering department.
• Advise other engineers within the department.
• Fill in for the manager when required.
• Evaluate manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research, applying knowledge of product design, fabrication and materials as well as soliciting observations from technicians.
• Develop manufacturing processes by studying product requirements while researching, designing, modifying and testing manufacturing methods.
• Improve manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements and equipment layout.
• Assure product and process quality by designing and evaluating testing methods, testing finished product and process capabilities.
• Provide manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor and material costs and estimating future requirements.
• Scale pilot batches up into full production.
• Review and evaluate new process procedures and documentation.
• Aid in the qualification of new equipment and procedures.
• Prepare product and process reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing information and trends.
• Coordinate with the quality department to implement new products and procedures.
• Perform PFD’s (Process Flow Diagrams) and P&ID’s (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams) for required equipment.
• Aid in batch costing operations.
• Provide on-the-job training to new and/or inexperienced employees.

Qualifications we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering or Science discipline.

• Minimum one year of experience in engineering, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of engineering concepts and approaches
• Able to independently assimilate new technology and apply to work
• Ability to perform established experimental procedures to meet project goals
• Ability to use technical background to design variations on procedures to solve technical problems
• Lean and Six Sigma background is a plus

These are your benefits:

Fuchs offers a challenging and rewarding working environment where employees are encouraged to develop and grow as professionals.  In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on projects that will expand your experience and challenge your abilities in the global marketplace.  The position also offers an excellent compensation package and a comprehensive suite of benefits. 

Fuchs Lubricants Co. is an equal employment opportunity (EEO)/AA employer and strongly supports diversity in the workplace (m/f/d/v).