Engineer III - Additive Mfg.

Carpenter Technology Corporation is a leading producer and distributor of premium specialty alloys, including titanium alloys, nickel and cobalt based superalloys, stainless steels, alloy steels and tool steels. Carpenter Technology's high-performance materials and advanced process solutions are an integral part of critical applications used within the aerospace, transportation, medical and energy markets, among other markets. Building on its history of innovation, Carpenter Technology's wrought and powder technology capabilities support a range of next-generation products and manufacturing techniques, including novel magnetic materials and additive manufacturing. Our Tanner, AL location is an integrated mill manufacturing high quality premium and ultra-premium forged bar and billet products from melt to ship.

ENGINEER III - ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY - Provides support in the purchase, modification and improvement of standard equipment. Provides input related to their specific discipline in cross-functional project teams. Possess a basic understanding of engineering & design and provides design support to more senior engineers.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE ENGINEER III - ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING

• Conduct process, product, and applications development for additive manufacturing (AM) processing.
• Managing projects and continuous improvement efforts utilizing the Operating Model.
• Deliver on both internal development projects as well as external, customer-driven projects in additive manufacturing.
• Interaction and engagement with multiple areas within the company (R&D, Production, Commercial, manufacturing) as well as with customers in relation to AM powder management.
• Support Design for AM (DfAM) consultation and utilize 3D modeling to optimize geometries for manufacturability.
• Incorporate geometric compensation, support structure, machine stock, GD&T, and powder removal required to produce products effectively at scale.
• Optimize print process techniques (including designing and running Design of Experiments (DOEs) for novel and conventional alloys, and also to reduce build time while ensuring product quality and consistency.
• Establish and iterate on engineering planning and controls in order to produce consistent and repeatable product from print start through customer delivery.
• Support root-cause analysis techniques to troubleshoot printability issues.
• Own additive process qualification efforts specific to product as they mature.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

REQUIRED FOR THE ENGINEER III - ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING

• 4-year degree in manufacturing, mechanical engineering, materials science, metallurgy, or related discipline from an accredited institution required. Advanced degree preferred.
• 3 years of additive engineering work experience required, 4 or more years preferred.
• Ability to generate AM build files.
• Familiarity with AM build file software such as Flow, Magics, 3DXpert, or others.
• Working experience in MS Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software.
• Experience in modeling techniques, including CAD, MATLAB, Finite Element, or other simulation tools.
• Experience with materials characterization equipment for mechanical/chemical/structural analysis. For example: Optical Metallography, SEM, XRD, Tensile testing.
• Strong background in the interpretation of engineering drawings, specifications and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills and leadership skills, with the ability to prioritize and focus in a dynamic team-oriented environment and be able to influence others and lead small teams.
• Familiarity with metal powder production and with additive process and/or product development.
• Ability to lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact.
• Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously.
• Ideal candidate will be detail oriented, passionate about additive and related technologies and able to effectively use problem identification and solution skills.
• Proven analytical and organizational ability, strong problem-solving skills and a creative, outside-the-box thinker. Demonstrated ability to overcome obstacles.
• Well organized and the ability to prioritize tasks and make appropriate decisions.
• Willing to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing work environment.

Carpenter Technology Company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees.

Carpenter Technology Corporation's policy is to fully and effectively maintain a program of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees, to employ affirmative action for all protected classes, and to recruit and develop the best qualified persons available regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company also will recruit, develop and provide opportunities for qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans.