Process Engineer/Estimator

Imagine: A Career with Purpose and Possibility

Picture this: You are part of a global team of problem-solvers whose innovations in materials science can make life better. Every day, you help turn ideas into impact using science, technology, and creativity to tackle real-world challenges. You are part of a company whose work helps improve patient outcomes in healthcare and protects essential consumer goods that people around the world rely on every day.

At TekniPlex, you’ll join more than 8,000 colleagues across 12 countries, all united by one purpose: creating safer, smarter solutions that touch daily life. Through our two divisions, TekniPlex Healthcare and TekniPlex Consumer Products, you’ll help shape industries that matter: healthcare, pharmaceutical, food & beverage, beauty, and personal care.

Here, your ideas count and your work matters. You’ll be encouraged to think boldly, collaborate across cultures, and keep growing every step of the way. You will help protect the integrity of essential products, support patient safety and comfort, and contribute to innovations that make everyday life better, all while building a career that makes an impact.

Because at TekniPlex, you don’t just deliver products – you help shape what’s next.

JOB SUMMARY

TekniPlex Pleasanton, CA is hiring for an extremely detail oriented, thorough, experienced, and technically proficient Process Engineer/Estimator with extensive experience in quote preparation and project management for a variety of precision manufactured custom components and assemblies in a fast-paced, typically high mix, low volume manufacturing environment serving a broad customer base and spanning many different types of industries.

You will collaborate with our subject matter experts and managers across a variety of different precision manufacturing departments including but not limited to: customer service, purchasing, production control, QC/QA, document control, facilities, inside/outside sales, inventory management, and shipping and receiving to manage the organization’s quote flow, prepare quotes, and assist with day-to-day production support including hands-on process development, troubleshooting, and jig & fixture design and assembly.

The salary range for this role is $125,000 to $150,000 annually. Pay is based on experience.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deep knowledge of raw materials and materials science which includes a wide variety of metal alloys and tempers, polymer types, material forms, and thermal treatments utilized for a multitude of different customer functional performance needs. (High temperature environments, corrosion resistance, electrical conductivity, spring functionality, hardness, ductility/formability, etc.)
• A broad understanding of and extensive experience with the proper selection for quotation of traditional and non-traditional precision manufacturing processes including but not limited to and CNC machining (3-5 axis vertical and horizontal milling, mill-turn machining, CNC Swiss turning, & chucker lathe), laser processing, EDM processes, thin gauge sheet metal forming, wire & rod forming, tube forming, spring manufacturing, mechanical finishing/surface preparation (micro abrasion blasting, passivation, plating & coating types, etc.), and complex assembly (electromechanical assemblies, cable harnesses, clean room assembly). The above is only a partial list of the capabilities at TekniPlex Pleasanton, CA: Our toolbox is bigger than theirs!
• Thorough understanding of blueprint reading and interpretation skills including third angle projection, section/auxiliary/broken-out/exploded drawing views, scaling, linear tolerancing, title block tolerancing, intermediate to advanced GD&T interpretation, industry standard specifications, tabulation drawings, multi-level assembly B.O.M.s, and drawing notes
• Thorough experience and understanding of metrology equipment, measurement/inspection methods and their proper use/limitations, hardness, surface finish, calibration, etc
• Significant 3D & 2D CAD modeling, drafting, & basic engineering experience such as part and assembly modeling, auxiliary manufacturing drawing generation, CAD vs DWG checks, reverse engineering 3D models from 2D drawings, overlays, component drawings and assembly B.O.M. drawings, jig & fixture design, weld symbols and other drawing symbols, and *.dxf file generation both for in-house processing needs and for outside vendors
• You will utilize your raw materials knowledge to determine the best materials to utilize for designing jigs and fixtures based on the needs of its application (tolerances & repeatability, wear/corrosion/heat resistance, and stability)
• Specific experience developing SOPs and illustrated work instructions and basic knowledge of SPC concepts, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, etc
• Past participation in researching equipment, obtaining new equipment quotes, working with new equipment vendors, attending demos, new equipment installation assistance & IQs/OQs, staying informed about new manufacturing and metrology technologies etc
• GibbsCAM and ESPRIT CAM are utilized at our site

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Manufacturing, and/or Industrial Engineering, or other relevant engineering or manufacturing specific degrees, certificates, and training. In lieu of a B.S. degree in engineering/manufacturing, candidates with strong demonstrated professional experience of an adequate length with professional recommendations may be considered
• 7-10 years of ERP/MRP software use and precision contract manufacturing experience
• JobBoss ERP experience strongly preferred
• Prior experience with high volume sheet metal and wire forming methods such as stamping, four-slide, and CNC wire forming manufacturing and prior high-volume toolmaking experience is desired but not required
• SolidWorks 3D modeling and drafting expertise strongly preferred
• Prior experience with quality systems such as ISO 9000, AS9100, or preferably ISO13485 experience is required with specific medical and surgical component, device, and instrument manufacturing experience strongly preferred
• A proven track record of working collaboratively with a wide variety of raw materials and outside processing vendors both at the quotation and production phases to reduce costs and quote turnaround time, lead times, and to solve mid-stream production issues that may arise.
• Experience in providing quotes to customers for validation activities such as IQ/OQ/PQ, V&V, PPAP, GR&R, pFMEA, Control Plans is strongly desired
• Previous experience working in direct collaboration with a variety of customers to solve technical manufacturing challenges and advising on DFx is strongly desired
• Prior CAM and/or NC programming or editing experience is also desired
• Excellent mathematical skills, clear, professional, verbal and written communications, and good visual acuity are required for: calculating raw material usage and purchased item requirements, unit conversions using dimensional analysis, internal and external customer communications including technical calls & meetings, presentations, documentation, inspection especially under high magnification

Software experience:

• Required: MS Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, etc.), ERP/MRP
• Preferred: SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CAM programming software, VMM or CMM software, other inspection software programs, spring design software, load testing software, microscope camera software

Manager’s Note: Yes, this is a unique list of preferred qualifications. Training is available for the right candidate on skill sets you may not yet have.

TekniPlex provides a comprehensive and flexible benefits program that you can customize to fit your personal needs. Our programs offer you and your family health care coverage and financial security. You can take advantage of life insurance, disability coverage and voluntary benefits for extra financial protection and peace of mind. Plus, our work-life benefits provide support and assistance whenever you need it.

Some of your benefits are paid in full by TekniPlex and some costs are shared between you and TekniPlex. Other benefits are made available to you at reasonable group rates.

• Medical Coverage
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Telemedicine
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Basic Term Life/AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life/AD&D Insurance
• Short Term Disability (STD)
• Long Term Disability (LTD
• Voluntary Buy-Up LTD
• Hospital Indemnity
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Daily Pay
• Business Travel Insurance
• Legal Plan
• Identity Protection

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine reports and legibly complete time cards and work orders.  Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and read blueprints and technical drawings, such as machine, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical.  Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small groups situations to other employees of the organization.  Ability to effective present information and respond to questions form groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.  Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.  Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra, geometry, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variable in situations where only limited standardization exists.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.  Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.  The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration.  The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic, flammable or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; and extreme heat.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Company

Tekniplex is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.