GEOTEK LLC
Senior Composite Process Engineer – GEOTEK LLC
Job Summary
GEOTEK, a market leader in high-performance engineered composite structural solutions, seeks a highly motivated engineer to lead projects that optimize the composite manufacturing process. The Senior Composite Process Engineer will foster continuous improvement, increase productivity, and drive safety, quality, and productivity across the organization. Candidates should be energetic, self‑motivated, hands‑on, resilient, and an influential leader capable of working from a vision to develop actionable tasks and projects. Previous experience in composite manufacturing is highly desirable.
Duties and Responsibilities
Leadership
Provide leadership in developing composite manufacturing capabilities for new filament‑wound products, including process development, equipment/tooling design, continuous improvement, and operations support.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with peers and leaders across the organization.
Align with the operations team by maintaining open and frequent communication with managers and supervisors.
Work cross‑functionally to support composite production quality, equipment readiness, new product development, and cost reduction/supply‑chain risk mitigation.
Provide support and coaching to other composite manufacturing engineering team members.
Own assigned engineering responsibilities of the composite manufacturing processes, primarily filament winding.
Project Management
Scope and manage engineering projects that improve safety, quality, and productivity.
Develop project plans, establish milestones, schedule tasks, and delegate responsibilities.
Production Support
Guide and train production operations teams for swift root‑cause investigation and resolution of manufacturing issues.
Own short‑term and long‑term improvement initiatives and non‑conformance mitigation plans.
Develop operations‑focused work instructions and troubleshooting guides.
Continuous Improvement
Research, propose, and implement capital expenditure projects, including new tooling and equipment.
Use GEOTEK’s test laboratory to optimize composite design for performance and manufacturability.
Challenge existing procedures and propose new technology and processes to enhance safety, quality, and productivity.
Document best practices for processing and tooling design.
Organization
Maintain clear documentation of operating standards and processes to support training and technical assistance.
Keep accurate records for future reference.
Promote a clean and organized workspace.
Job Requirements
Four‑year Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (mechanical, manufacturing, composite, or chemical preferred).
5‑10 years of professional experience in continuous processing manufacturing, with recent composites/filament winding/pultrusion experience strongly preferred.
Energetic, hands‑on problem solver, self‑motivated, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Independent action from a vision; ability to develop actionable tasks and projects.
Professional, concise communication skills (written and verbal) are essential.
Familiarity with common thermoset resins (polyester, vinyl‑ester, urethane) and tooling design is highly desirable.
Experience with 3D modeling using SolidWorks, including GD&T per ANSI Y14.5, is desirable.
Experience with MS Office tools.
Detail‑oriented and organized.
Ability to support off‑shift trials and production support requests.
Physical ability to stand, lift, and use manual and power tools.
Adherence to corporate policies and flexibility with changing priorities.
Physical Work Conditions Time will be split between the floor and the office or meeting rooms, ranging from 25% to 75% on the production floor or engineering labs. Floor work involves machinery, fumes, and chemicals. Office work involves sitting at a desk, using a computer, and phone.
Compensation Salary range: $94,536 – $129,987 annually. Final offers may vary based on experience, skills, and qualifications.
Who We Are For over 30 years, GEOTEK has been internationally recognized for industry‑leading composite technologies, engineering, and service. Founded in 1990, GEOTEK has grown PUPI® into the leading global provider of fiberglass crossarms and continues to develop new composite brands for infrastructure worldwide.
Mission / Vision / Values Mission : Enhance the world’s infrastructure with engineered composite products. Vision : Develop, acquire, and grow respected composite product brands that deliver market‑leading reliability, performance, and value. Values (TRUE) : TEAM – we before me RELIABLE – every day in every way URGENT – the drive to do ENTERPRISING – be curious
Benefits
Health, Dental, Ancillary Benefits
Generous PTO and 9 paid holidays
401(k) with 4% company match
HSA employer contribution
Tuition Reimbursement
Profit Sharing
Company Events (steak cookouts, holiday parties, community giving, etc.)
Job Attributes
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industry: Manufacturing
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Duties and Responsibilities
Leadership
Provide leadership in developing composite manufacturing capabilities for new filament‑wound products, including process development, equipment/tooling design, continuous improvement, and operations support.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with peers and leaders across the organization.
Align with the operations team by maintaining open and frequent communication with managers and supervisors.
Work cross‑functionally to support composite production quality, equipment readiness, new product development, and cost reduction/supply‑chain risk mitigation.
Provide support and coaching to other composite manufacturing engineering team members.
Own assigned engineering responsibilities of the composite manufacturing processes, primarily filament winding.
Project Management
Scope and manage engineering projects that improve safety, quality, and productivity.
Develop project plans, establish milestones, schedule tasks, and delegate responsibilities.
Production Support
Guide and train production operations teams for swift root‑cause investigation and resolution of manufacturing issues.
Own short‑term and long‑term improvement initiatives and non‑conformance mitigation plans.
Develop operations‑focused work instructions and troubleshooting guides.
Continuous Improvement
Research, propose, and implement capital expenditure projects, including new tooling and equipment.
Use GEOTEK’s test laboratory to optimize composite design for performance and manufacturability.
Challenge existing procedures and propose new technology and processes to enhance safety, quality, and productivity.
Document best practices for processing and tooling design.
Organization
Maintain clear documentation of operating standards and processes to support training and technical assistance.
Keep accurate records for future reference.
Promote a clean and organized workspace.
Job Requirements
Four‑year Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (mechanical, manufacturing, composite, or chemical preferred).
5‑10 years of professional experience in continuous processing manufacturing, with recent composites/filament winding/pultrusion experience strongly preferred.
Energetic, hands‑on problem solver, self‑motivated, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Independent action from a vision; ability to develop actionable tasks and projects.
Professional, concise communication skills (written and verbal) are essential.
Familiarity with common thermoset resins (polyester, vinyl‑ester, urethane) and tooling design is highly desirable.
Experience with 3D modeling using SolidWorks, including GD&T per ANSI Y14.5, is desirable.
Experience with MS Office tools.
Detail‑oriented and organized.
Ability to support off‑shift trials and production support requests.
Physical ability to stand, lift, and use manual and power tools.
Adherence to corporate policies and flexibility with changing priorities.
Physical Work Conditions Time will be split between the floor and the office or meeting rooms, ranging from 25% to 75% on the production floor or engineering labs. Floor work involves machinery, fumes, and chemicals. Office work involves sitting at a desk, using a computer, and phone.
Compensation Salary range: $94,536 – $129,987 annually. Final offers may vary based on experience, skills, and qualifications.
Who We Are For over 30 years, GEOTEK has been internationally recognized for industry‑leading composite technologies, engineering, and service. Founded in 1990, GEOTEK has grown PUPI® into the leading global provider of fiberglass crossarms and continues to develop new composite brands for infrastructure worldwide.
Mission / Vision / Values Mission : Enhance the world’s infrastructure with engineered composite products. Vision : Develop, acquire, and grow respected composite product brands that deliver market‑leading reliability, performance, and value. Values (TRUE) : TEAM – we before me RELIABLE – every day in every way URGENT – the drive to do ENTERPRISING – be curious
Benefits
Health, Dental, Ancillary Benefits
Generous PTO and 9 paid holidays
401(k) with 4% company match
HSA employer contribution
Tuition Reimbursement
Profit Sharing
Company Events (steak cookouts, holiday parties, community giving, etc.)
Job Attributes
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industry: Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at GEOTEK LLC by 2x.
Learn more at GEOTEK.com
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