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Summary/Objective: The Engineering Assistant supports the research and development operations by creating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving processes, in addition to monitoring and measuring processes and equipment, supporting R&D activities by maintaining the labs and serving as a backup for testing.
Essential Functions: Research and Development Project Support
Lead projects that enable a safer, more organized, cleaner, and higher-performance workplace.
Take an active part in teh prototype build process by executing builds and developing a precise and reliable process.
Develop and maintain clear, accurate, simplified, standardized work instructions; perform training as needed.
Support engineering by providing technical assistance and solutions when when the team encounters quality and device performance issues.
Attend regular team meetings and actively participate/lead and assume ownership of improvement tasks.
Implement ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 compliant processes.
Testing Support
Ensure that electrical, mechanical, and chemical equipment and fixtures are kept in good working order; maintain/repair as needed.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical problems as needed.
Improve testing procedures and document best practices; perform training as needed.
Conduct and participate in measurement variation and alignment studies (GRR, Round Robin, Standard Verification, etc.).
Ensure that the labs have the appropriate inventory of consumable items; procure as needed.
Provide support for ad hoc testing or material characterization.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required Education and Experience:
High School Diploma plus 5 years of technical experience
Strong problem-solving and complex troubleshooting skills
Required Skills and Abilities:
Excellent computer skills, including MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel
Ability to train employees
Self-starter able to work with minimal support
Excellent organization and documentation skills
Effective written and oral communication skills
Ability to recognize inconsistent or unexpected results and proactively address to resolve inconsistency
Strong problem-solving skills and complex troubleshooting skills
Experience with MSA, GR&R, and SPC
Hands-on electronics and material testing experience
Preferred Education and Experience:
Ten years of experience in manufacturing
Associate’s degree in Science or Engineering
Preferred Skills and Abilities:
8D problem solving experience and experience with Six Sigma and Lean tools
Corrective and Preventative Action experience
Understanding of network analyzers
2-5 years developing, implementing, and improving manufacturing and testing processes
Extensive hands-on materials testing experience
Experience with Proficient and Minitab software packages
Why work for Rogers With an outstanding work environment, vast developmental opportunities, and a top-notch benefit package, we empower employees with a culture of excellence. Come join a winning team! Rogers Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans, and disabled individuals, as well as other protected groups.
About Rogers Corporation: Rogers Corporation (NYSE:ROG) is a global leader in engineered materials to power, protect and connect our world. With more than 180 years of materials science and engineering experience, Rogers delivers high performance solutions that enable Advanced Connectivity and Advanced Mobility, as well as other technologies where reliability is critical. Rogers delivers Power Electronics Solutions for energy-efficient motor drives, vehicle electrification and alternative energy; Elastomeric Materials Solutions for sealing, vibration management, and impact protection in mobile devices, transportation interiors, industrial equipment and performance apparel; and Advanced Connectivity Solutions for wireless infrastructure, automotive safety and radar systems. Headquartered in Arizona (USA), Rogers operates manufacturing facilities in the United States, China, Germany, Belgium, Hungary, and South Korea, with joint ventures and sales offices worldwide. For more information, visit www.rogerscorp.com.
