Process Engineer based in our production facilities tasked with supporting the ongoing utilization of BladeAssure Technologies in our facilities. Troubleshoots and escalates items arising from the BladeAssure system and drives resolution of issues. Supports the development and implementation of additional technologies under the BladeAssure technology program.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Monitor the performance and ensure the continued operation of the BladeAssure system in our facilities.
• Escalate as needed issues that arise through system operation and drive resolution.
• Create necessary documentation for processes and verification of process, i.e., work instructions, quality documentation, PFMEA, inspection instructions, etc.
• Function as an “on the floor” BladeAssure expert ensuring compliance of process and systems enabling product performance.
• Ensure successful training and hand-off of process to production team.
• Support trials and prototyping of new technologies and features under the BladeAssure program.
• Drive standardization efforts at the site by working with Engineering, Quality Supply Chain, and other related departments.
• Engage and utilize subject matter experts as needed to achieve desired results. Identify and elevate system issues and track their progress towards resolution.
• Confer with Management, Engineering, and other staff regarding system performance, operating status, ongoing issues, and resolutions.
• Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned.
Education/ Skills/ Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Proven experience deploying and supporting CbM, CMMS, or PLC systems in industrial environments.
• Passion to work on mechanical automation equipment, robots, design of electromechanical/pneumatic systems, and motion controls.
• Solid engineering background with hands-on experience and high mechanical aptitude.
• Understands the nuances of autonomous system requirements, algorithms and operating environments.
• Understands the integration of equipment design into existing or new systems.
• Ability to customize system configurations, including PLC programming and CMMS adjustments, to meet specific operational requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills at all organizational levels.
• Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
• Knowledge of firmware, safety controllers, and track programming.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple projects with a focus on safety, quality, cost, and attention to detail.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to be on the factory floor for long periods of time, potentially working across shifts at times.
Work Environment
The work environment includes a balance of time in both an office setting and manufacturing setting. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions required by this role. The following conditions may be present.
•The manufacturing floor requires use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) including eye hearing, respirator, and skin protection.
•Accessing work environments may include use of stairs, staging, and ladders.
•The composite manufacturing environment is subject to varying levels of temperature, humidity, dust, and smells.
About UsTPI Composites is a global provider of structural composites products and the largest U.S. based independent manufacturer of composites wind blades to major turbine manufacturers in the United States, Europe, and Asia. It enables many of the industry’s leading wind turbine original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), which have historically relied on in-house production, to outsource the manufacturing of some of their wind blades through its global footprint of advanced manufacturing facilities strategically located to serve large and growing wind markets in a cost-effective manner.
Additional Information
TPI Composites, Inc. offer competitive compensation and benefits, including but not limited to, health and dental insurance, 401(k) plan with company match, and paid vacation plans.
TPI Composites, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Background check and drug test required. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or related field.
- Proven experience deploying and supporting CbM, CMMS, or PLC systems in industrial environments.
- Hands-on experience with mechanical automation equipment, robots, electromechanical and pneumatic systems, and motion controls.
- Solid engineering background with high mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience.
- Understanding of autonomous system requirements, algorithms, and operating environments.
- Experience integrating equipment design into existing or new systems.
- Ability to customize system configurations, including PLC programming and CMMS adjustments.
- Knowledge of firmware, safety controllers, and track programming.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills across organizational levels.
- Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
- Ability to organize and manage multiple projects with focus on safety, quality, and cost.
- Ability to be on the factory floor for long periods, potentially across shifts.
TPI Composites Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with an employer match referenced in company and employee materials. This indicates meaningful support for long‑term savings, with availability depending on location.
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What We Do
TPI is the largest U.S.-based independent manufacturer of composite wind blades for the high-growth wind energy market supporting global wind turbine manufacturers.
