Plant Process Engineer, CaptiveAire, NC, US

Position Summary:

This role will be responsible for maintaining and improving production across various products and equipment.  

 

Why Work for CaptiveAire? 

• Nation’s leading manufacturer of commercial kitchen ventilation systems, and now offering a complete solution of fans, heaters, ductwork and HVAC equipment.  Our primary purpose is to provide fully integrated, sustainable HVAC Systems.
• Leader in the industry for over 40 years with innovative technologies, unmatched service, competitive pricing, and rapid lead times.
• Mission: to provide the highest quality products and service to our users at the lowest possible price
• Strong commitment to the development of our employees, including continuous education opportunities like sponsorship for Professional Engineering license and continuous education through weekly webinars and company developed technical videos 

 

What our employees have to say: 

I love the mindset of continuous learning and pushing the bounds of your capabilities and knowledge. I love the people I work with and the environment, particularly in a world where remote work is common. I love how Captiveaire is all about connections, with customers, coworkers, end users, and everyone in between.  

What I truly admire about CaptiveAire is the company’s unwavering commitment to innovation and continuous improvement… Equally impressive is the culture of open communication that exists throughout the organization. From my own experience, upper management never takes the stance that a task is “not their job.” Instead, there’s a shared understanding that every role is essential to the company’s success. This mindset, combined with the transparent communication across departments and facilities, creates a collaborative environment that truly sets CaptiveAire apart.

We want to stay on the cutting edge and so are constantly sourcing and utilizing the best equipment available. Any position can provide feedback that is listened to and incorporated into processes. Collaboration is key at CaptiveAire and so there is no being “Silo-ed” into one area.

CaptiveAire is fast-moving and no-nonsense. We operate differently than any other company that I've worked for with our decentralized structure. Quick action is taken when a good idea is presented. We are focused on end users where the rest of the industry is very short-sighted. We are on the front lines, actively changing the landscape of the HVAC industry. 

Learn more about CaptiveAire and our products here 

 

A Day in the Life: 

No two days are ever the same in this role. 

Tasks can include:

• Training operators in proper process, tool usage, and tool maintenance. 
• Collaborating with other engineering teams on process efficiency, quality, and safety improvement projects. 
• Developing new designs using 3D modeling software like Solidworks for carts or production tools. Then work with the fab shops to complete the fabrication of them in a timely manner. 
• Working closely with contractors to coordinate utility needs such as air and electrical drops, and oversee the installation of new equipment. 
• Coordinating daily, weekly, and monthly preventative maintenance tasks on machinery.
• Troubleshooting machines whenever the team needs extra support. 
• Providing hands-on support to production lines as needed.
• Completing hands-on testing for new process changes

From a Plant Process Engineer: I enjoy the constant problem solving and the drive toward innovation that keeps things exciting. I have had jobs in the past where the day could not end soon enough because I was ready to be done. This is not one of them. I find the job rewarding and find myself here past scheduled hours often not because I have to but because I want to.

 

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• 95% of the workday will be on the manufacturing floor working on projects, operating and repair of equipment
• Involvement with equipment operators to ensure parts are programmed, training and any process related issues
• Responsible for working with Safety, Quality, and Industrial engineering teams on parts, assembly, and process improvements 
• Implementation of Engineer Change Notices (ECN) and Process Change Instructions (PCI)
• Support production as needed, capable of building all products to the expected quality standards in the designated area of focus on an as needed basis
• Assist production staff with product related questions
• Work with Plant manager on various facility improvement projects

 

Job Requirements:

• 0-10 yrs experience
• 4-year technical degree, in an electrical, electronics or mechanically oriented curriculum
• Must be strong in mechanical and electrical engineering.
• Internship/co-op experience is preferred
• Must enjoy hands on product exposure
• Electrical skills and experience needed
• AutoCAD or similar software a must
• Multi-tasking, problem solving and strong communication skills a must
• Strong emphasis on perfect product quality and maintaining a safe work environment
• Equipment programming and operation experience preferred

 

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work standing for 8 - 10 hours at a time
• Required to use ladder, forklift or other means to acquire parts for product assembly
• Able to use power & hand tools, as well as electrical testing and measuring equipment
• Ability to lift 35 to 50 pounds independently

 

Benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance 
• Disability & life insurance based upon election of medical insurance 
• 401k with employer match 
• Paid holidays 
• Paid time off (PTO) based upon tenure 
• Flexible spending account (FSA) 
• Tuition reimbursement, including for Professional Engineering (PE) License  
• Relocation assistance 

 

Salary: 

$65k-$85k base, negotiable dependent on experience, with additional monthly bonus based on productivity and profits.  

 

Captive-Aire Systems, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We review applications for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, uniformed services, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. At this time we are not able to consider applicants that require sponsorship, now or in the future, for employment visa status.

This position is classified as a safety-sensitive position.  Employees in this position are subject to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with CaptiveAire’s Drug-Free Workplace policy.