Fiber Materials Inc. | solutions for the most extreme places in the universe

FMI's manufacturing facility has been a leading solutions provider of high temperature materials and composites for more than 50 years, serving the Department of Defense and NASA. The focus in Maine is on multidirectional reinforced Carbon/Carbon (C/C) and Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMCs) that enable high-temperature components such as: thermal protection systems, re-entry vehicle nose tips as well as rocket motor throats and nozzles. 

Our materials are being used on ground-breaking space initiatives such as the Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle and the heat shield for NASA's Mars 2020 mission, important missile programs, airfoils in commercial and military jet engines, and as lightweight armor for U.S. military ground vehicles. 

Your role: FMI is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer with a drive for success to add to our Engineering & Production team! As the Automation Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting current production systems and future improvements in equipment and process safety, quality, efficiency and cost. You will also be coordinating and direct trouble shooting/problem solving and demonstrating data driven decisions while leading by example.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead equipment up-time projects to enhance the company’s capabilities
• Implement transformational process improvements using PLC, Data Logging and Ignition automation systems
• Develop, implement, and sustain policies and procedures for the technical work performed in the production facility
• Provide technical support for 24x7 manufacturing facility in assigned areas of responsibility
• Perform root cause analysis for failure investigations and other data analysis tasks
• Write periodic reports or oral presentations to management and customers on specific projects
• Design and develop new equipment for future production systems
• Ensure that health and safety policies are followed
• Apply quality standards to ensure process control and compliance with certification requirements
• Work with customers to develop and qualify process changes and provide technical services

What we need from you:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline in chemical engineering, industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, materials engineering, electrical engineering, military experience or closely related discipline 
• 10+ years of related experience in manufacturing and process engineering
• Demonstrated results in technical problem solving and product/process development are required
• Experience in industrial engineering systems, linear motion control, industrial networking, PLC programming, and analysis tools 
• Experience in large food automated cooking/manufacturing/packaging, high-rate automotive manufacturing or aerospace/high-temperature composites
• Skilled in leading peers and teams
• Strong work ethic
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to lead and participate in root cause analysis and preventive action projects
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Experience with GD&T and control limits
• Experience with Theory of Constraints and Lean manufacturing
• Support pursuit of Industry 4.0
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Clearance

What you'll get from us:

• 16 ETO days
• 12 paid holidays (including Winter Closure!)
• Medical / Dental / Vision
• 401k Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• $1000 Sign-On Bonus