Mechanical Process Engineer

Morgan Advanced Materials is a world leader in advanced materials science and engineering of ceramics, carbon and composites. We operate in a series of well-defined markets where our applications expertise offers our customers a valuable differentiator, engineering high-specification materials, components and sub-assembly parts that solve their challenging technical problems.

The Technical Ceramics business of Morgan Advanced Materials engineers high performance functional and structural ceramic materials, components and sub-assemblies to address customer-specific technical challenges.

The business employs advanced materials science and applications expertise to produce parts that enhance reliability or improve the performance of its customers’ products. Much of what the global business unit makes is used in demanding, harsh or critical environments. Our Technical Ceramics business works in selected segments of the electronics, energy, healthcare, industrial, petrochemicals, security and transport markets, typically in close collaborative customer relationships.

Group Key Figures: Revenue £950m (2021), ~7,500 employees, manufacturing in 30+ countries, and customers in 100+ countries. A UK PLC with head office located in Windsor, Berkshire UK.  Listed on London Stock Exchange; Member of the FTSE 250 Index.

Salary: $110,000 - $140,000 DOE + up to 20% annual bonus

Are you a hands-on Mechanical Engineer who learns quickly, enjoys solving complex problems, and wants to make a direct impact in a manufacturing environment? Morgan Advanced Materials is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support production, improve equipment and processes, and help develop practical, sustainable solutions. Prior metals experience is not required. We are looking for a strong mechanical foundation, curiosity, adaptability, and the ability to learn our specialized processes quickly.

As a key member of our engineering team, you will collaborate closely with Production, Quality, R&D, Maintenance, and Supply Chain partners to improve manufacturing performance, troubleshoot technical issues, support equipment and process development, and implement sustainable improvements across operations.

What You'll Do

• Lead hands-on troubleshooting and improvement initiatives for manufacturing equipment, tooling, and processes.
• Apply engineering fundamentals and structured experimentation to optimize processes, improve yields, and reduce variation.
• Support the design, development, and improvement of production equipment, tooling, fixtures, and finished assemblies.
• Monitor process performance, quality metrics, equipment reliability, and production yields; use data to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Perform root cause investigations, equipment and process failure analysis, and corrective action follow-through.
• Evaluate mechanical performance through testing, measurement, data analysis, and direct observation on the manufacturing floor.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), process flows, work instructions, specifications, and engineering documentation.
• Use Statistical Process Control (SPC), capability analysis, or other data-driven methods to monitor and improve process performance.
• Provide technical guidance related to mechanical systems, equipment, tooling, thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid systems, and manufacturing methods.
• Partner with R&D, Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams to support business objectives, capital projects, and new product introductions.
• Support operators and technicians through training, coaching, clear work instructions, and hands-on technical leadership.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and reliability initiatives focused on safety, productivity, quality, delivery, and cost reduction.
• Manage multiple engineering projects simultaneously while maintaining timelines, deliverables, and clear communication with stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
• Strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles and the ability to apply them to unfamiliar equipment, processes, and manufacturing challenges.
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly, ask effective questions, independently research technical topics, and translate new knowledge into practical solutions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, including experience conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to operators, technicians, engineers, and business partners.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong organizational, project management, and follow-through skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on manufacturing engineering experience supporting production equipment, tooling, fixtures, or process improvement.
• Experience with mechanical design, equipment troubleshooting, fabrication methods, automation, heat transfer, fluid systems, or industrial equipment.
• Experience using CAD software and interpreting engineering drawings, tolerances, and technical specifications.
• Experience with Design of Experiments (DOE), Statistical Process Control (SPC), Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement.

Morgan Advanced Materials is a global leader in advanced materials science and engineering, providing innovative ceramic, carbon, and composite solutions that help customers solve complex technical challenges across a wide range of industries.

• Benefits effective on your first day of regular full-time employment
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Annual bonus opportunity of up to 20%

This position is subject to U.S. export control regulations. Candidates must be:

• A U.S. Citizen, or
• A Permanent Resident Alien of the United States, or
• A Protected Individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) and 22 CFR 120.15

Join Morgan Advanced Materials and help shape the future of advanced manufacturing through innovation, process excellence, and materials expertise.

Morgan Advanced Materials is an EEO/AA/M/W/D/V Employer Ind-1