Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer

Join Energy Recovery and Help Build a Sustainable Future  

At Energy Recovery, we build products that help limit global temperature rise, reduce carbon emissions, provide safe drinking water for millions of people, and bring efficiency and sustainability to a range of industries. Our products help customers avoid approximately 19.7 million metric tons of carbon emissions per year -- equivalent to removing over 4.7 million cars from the road! 

In addition to innovating world-class products that help our customers and the environment, our employees enjoy a diverse, collaborative work culture, as well as extensive company benefits that support the overall wellbeing of our staff. This includes everything from generous health plans and time off, paid family leave, subsidized lunches and company events, and opportunities for charitable giving and volunteering in the community.  

What You Can Look Forward To:

ERI has an immediate opening in San Leandro, CA for a Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer. We are looking for a multidisciplinary, talented and energetic candidate who thrives in a team environment and is an effective individual contributor. This position is responsible for implementing highly effective manufacturing techniques and processes to make next generation energy recovery devices, pumps, turbines and turbochargers for desalination, waste water and refrigeration markets, as well as contributing to and leading various product development projects for new technologies in other industries. The position requires an independent thinker who can investigate innovative manufacturing solutions based on relevance, impact and cost. As a member of a small engineering group the successful candidate will perform a broad range of duties and play a pivotal role in the success of the technical group.

• Lead all activities related to manufacturing including fabrication, assembly, process automation, testing, quality & warranty evaluation involving centrifugal turbines, pumps, energy recovery devices and integrated systems operating in severe conditions including corrosive, abrasive, erosive & high pressure environments
• Drive manufacturing reviews to optimize processes for existing products as well as establish state-of-art & cost effective techniques for new products involving medium-volume industrial products, subassemblies and individual components
• Interface on regular basis with cross-functional teams including design engineering, application engineering, sales and technical service
• Ensure commercial success and quality of products by applying contemporary process optimization methodologies such as Design for Manufacturability, Design for Assembly, Design for Cost, statistical analysis and design optimization
• Steer the manufacturing group via creation of assembly and test fixture designs and documentation, technical qualification of suppliers, evaluation and qualification of manufacturing methodologies etc.
• Leverage technical background and understanding of engineering fundamentals for specification of off-the-shelf hardware, components and raw materials
• Assist in development and building of equipment and apparatus for prototype evaluation, performance and accelerated life testing
• Participate in supplier evaluation, gauge R&R studies, quality audits, RMAs and warranty claims

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or a closely related field
• 5 - 10 years of experience in a design and manufacturing environment preferably focusing on rotating equipment and auxiliaries in Industrial/ Aerospace/Automotive/Oil & Gas or related industries
• High competency in interpretation of drawings, engineering standards, GD&T methodologies, tolerance stack-up, manufacturing processes, etc.
• High level of technical competency in the fundamentals of manufacturing techniques, mechanical engineering design and analysis
• Demonstrated application of modern engineering tools as well as sound judgment to create innovative solutions to design problems
• Knowledge of conventional and cutting-edge manufacturing processes and capabilities (including traditional machining, casting, welding, material treatment, brazing, EDM, HIP, additive manufacturing etc.)
• Exposure to material surface treatments and coating for erosive and corrosive conditions is a major plus
• Experience in plastic injection molding is highly desirable
• Strong SolidWorks skills including recent work experience; experience with the use of PLM and ERP programs is a plus
• Must possess a demonstrated ability to work in a team environment, under pressure, manage multiple tasks, and be goal oriented
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with options for family coverage
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) plan with company matching to help you save for the future
• Paid Time Off: Generous vacation policy, paid sick leave, and paid holidays to ensure a healthy work-life balance
• Wellness Programs: Mental Wellness Support with therapy and coaching in addition to an employee assistance program
• Fitness Perks: Enjoy access to our on-site gym with an on-site trainer, yoga classes and gym reimbursement for remote employees
• Team Events: Regular team-building activities and social events to foster a positive work culture such as; ping-pong tournaments, gratitude lunches, and summer BBQs
• Referral Bonus: Earn up to $1,500 for referring friends
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax savings for medical expenses, commuter, and dependent care, helping you manage out-of-pocket costs
• Tuition Reimbursement: Financial support for continuing education, including courses and degree programs to help you advance your career
• Paid Parental Leave: Generous paid leave for new parents to bond with their children and support family needs

We are an EOE/AA employer committed to workforce diversity.

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