PCC Mason is seeking a talented and senior level Heading & Tool Design Engineer for our Advanced Manufacturing plant.

Position Summary:
At PCC Mason the Heading & Tool Design Engineer will be responsible for designing and development of tooling, die designs & progressions for cold/warm heading of aerospace fasteners from specialty materials such as Titanium Alloys, Stainless Steel, etc. This role will support new product & process design for high precision and high-volume aerospace fastener manufacturing. Prior experience in Tool Design for Cold or Warm Heading is a must for this position.

 
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Review & analyze blueprints, product drawings, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to design & develop header tooling.
• Create & maintains design drawings, bill of materials, technical specifications, and related engineering documentation for all tooling used in heading process.
• Utilize 3D modeling & drafting software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, etc. for creation of assembly & detailed design drawings.
• Analyze part progressions utilizing simulation software, such as DEFORM or SIMUFACT to refine heading process design.
• Identify Quality Assurance needs such as tolerance requirement, surface finish, material microstructure etc.
• Work with tool room machinists & header operators for prototype tooling fabrication, test, evaluation & validation.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously & efficiently in a fast-paced development cycle.
• Interface with other upstream & downstream process experts/owners such a tool room, heat treat, threading, etc. to ensure manufactured product satisfies all requirements.
• Investigate and solve problems in cooperation with Engineering, Quality and Operations departments.
• Work safely by adhering to relevant EH&S procedures & proper use of PPE.

Required Skills:

• High level of familiarity with operation of heading processes such as 2die-4blow, progressive heading, etc.
• Proficiency with GD&T requirements and standard inspection methods. Have a complete understanding of product tolerance stack-ups and datum structures in the context of designing tooling & fixtures.
• Understanding of manufacturing methods and techniques including but not limited to heading, milling, turning, grinding, honing, die polishing, gauging, heat treating, coatings, etc.
• Understanding of materials such as titanium, tool steels, stainless steels and their behavior during manufacturing processes such forming, machining, etc.
• Experienced in Design of experimentation, data collection, statistical analysis and clear/concise presentation of results required.
• Organization of documentation and record keeping shall be to a very high standard to maintain organizational level engineering & tool design specifications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate complex ideas in an easy-to-understand manner.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues at all levels and contribute positively to team dynamics while also possessing the capability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment and embrace the diversity of experiences within a dynamic team.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, work under time constraints, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Qualification:

• Degree (B.S. or A.S.) in Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering discipline required.
• Minimum of 5 years of prior experience in design & development of Tooling & progressions for Heading operations.
• Experience working with Tool Room Specialists/Machinists in fabrication of dies, punches, knock out pins, etc.
• Prior experience in the operation of Heading equipment such as National Machinery, Carlo Salvi, SACMA, etc. highly preferred.
• Hands-on experience working with Tool Room machines for fabricating, polishing & assembling heading dies is strongly desired.

Working Conditions:

• This position typically spends 50 of work time on the production floor and 50 of work time in an office environment.
• Intermittent exposure to moderate noise in an indoor manufacturing environment.
• Occasional travel to other facilities within PCC, Vendor & training sites required.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to thirty-five (35) pounds on an intermittent basis.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, squat, climb, kneel, twist and work at heights on an intermittent basis.
• Requires hand manipulation including simple grasping, pushing, and pulling of materials.
• Must be able to reach and work above and below the shoulder level.
• Must be able to work with and around forklifts and hazardous machinery.
• Must be able to wear all the required Personal Protective Equipment.

Business Profile

Located in West Chester Township, OH, PCC Mason was established in 2019 as PCC Fastener Division’s Advanced Manufacturing Center of Excellence. PCC Mason strives to design, develop & implement highly automated and intelligent advanced manufacturing processes for high volume aerospace fastener manufacturing throughout PCC’s fastener manufacturing divisions & plants.

PCC Fasteners and Engineered Products, which include the PCC Industrial & Distribution Group, consist of specialized manufacturing businesses that produce fasteners, precision components, systems, tooling, and engineered system solutions for a diverse group of end customers in the automotive, aerospace & defense, industrial machinery, and other performance-driven markets.

PCC Fasteners and Engineered Products&39; manufacturing operations are spread over four continents, forming a network of industry-leading companies, which enables our customers to utilize our experience and deep product knowledge wherever they need it. Embedded in a culture of continuous improvement, our assets and industry leadership ensure that we will consistently deliver to our customers the best value in the markets we serve.

Company Profile

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability – not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.