Process Engineer – Metal Forming

Location: Charleston, South Carolina, US

SHL Medical is a world-leading provider in the design, development, and manufacturing of advanced self-injection devices. With a global team of 6,000 employees, we partner with leading pharmaceutical and biotech companies to deliver innovative autoinjectors, pen injectors, and other drug delivery systems that ensure effective treatment for patients. Headquartered in Switzerland since 2018, with key operations in Sweden, Taiwan, and the US, we are united by a commitment to innovation, impact, and growth. Together, we empower our people to develop solutions that make a meaningful difference in the lives of millions of patients while fostering a supportive, inclusive, and dynamic workplace for our colleagues.

Job Overview

This role is embedded in the Manufacturing Engineering group within our Global Operations Engineering team at our new state-of-the-art device manufacturing facility in North Charleston, South Carolina.  This role is intended to serve as the Operations Engineering SME for our internal metal forming processes, which include both an inline spring forming / heat treating process, as well as a cold forming and cleaning process.

Main Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to lead and support new equipment & process introduction, development, and improvement initiatives at the site
• Serve as an interface between Process Development and Operations, ensuring our metals manufacturing equipment and processes are introduced into mass production in a robust and repeatable way
• Provide input to global colleagues on local findings, issues, and improvements to ensure cross-site standardization
• Develop documentation to help end-users navigate daily operation of the equipment and troubleshoot common issues
• Work with fellow engineers in process development, product design, and quality engineering to drive and support root cause analysis, NCMR investigation/bounding, and CAPA planning & implementation
• Lead & support troubleshooting and issue resolution of critical production systems to minimize unplanned downtime
• Lead and support the identification of novel manufacturing systems and software for next gen manufacturing systems. Promote use of new technologies and industry-leading trends. Provide highest level of technical expertise
• Serve as the local site lead for capacity expansion with respect to metal forming processes and component production
• Support equipment retrofits and the subsequent verification/validation activities required
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent education/experience required
• A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience working with metal forming processes
• Fundamental understanding of metallic material properties and how they impact the associated processes
• Knowledge of common problem-solving and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) methodologies

Preferred: (nice to have)

• Ability to perform multiple tasks and prioritize workload.
• Effective analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent intercultural and interdisciplinary communication skills
• Ability to work independently with strong attention to detail and focus on efficiency, effectiveness and cost
• Medical device experience preferred

We Offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Modern working environment with state-of-the-art facilities and technologies
• Challenging assignments in a fast growing and innovative industry
• Position in a dynamic, international team of highly skilled professionals
• Various opportunities for personal and professional development within a global organization

Please note that SHL is a drug free employer. This offer of employment is contingent upon your successful completion of various preemployment screenings, including, but not limited to, a drug test, employment verification, reference checks, and a criminal background check.

For more information on SHL Medical, please visit: shl-medical.com