Foundry Process Engineer

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For more than 165 years, Mueller Water Products, Inc. has been building the future of water infrastructure. From lifesaving fire protection to data intelligence, we are committed to developing products and solutions that help cities and utilities deliver clean, safe drinking water to hundreds of millions of people across North America.   

Our purpose is to connect communities to water, life’s most essential resource, with exceptional, people solutions and products. Behind that purpose is a dedicated team, united by our shared values of respect, integrity, trust, inclusion and safety. With a vision to be the leader in water infrastructure solutions—solving challenges, enriching lives and safeguarding the future—we are making a positive impact that will last for generations.   

By joining Mueller, you become part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence and innovation, working collaboratively to achieve meaningful results. We champion our people because when they succeed, our communities thrive. We invite you to learn more about career opportunities with us and consider submitting your application.  

Mueller Water Products is seeking a Process Engineer for our brand new state of the art brass foundry. This Process Engineer will apply their solid understanding of engineering principles and professional practices to contribute to the ongoing development of Mueller’s process control strategies.

Our process engineers are responsible for developing control strategies for manufacturing processes throughout the value stream.

• This will include the identification, justification and delivery of process improvement projects utilizing current best practices with a hands-on approach.
• Primary improvement focus efforts will span safety, quality, delivery, inventory and productivity alike.
• This position will be heavily involved with new process evaluation, justification and integration.
• Safety: First and foremost we are here to ensure a safe working environment for the valued employees within our facility and every business action must be rooted in that knowledge
• This position will support manufacturing equipment integration and optimization
• Root cause analysis liaison/specialist to assist in 8-step corrective action activities
• New product and process introduction, evaluation and capability evaluations
• Use of structured methodologies to drive continuous improvement in the manufacturing and engineering processes
• Participate, contribute and possibly lead in the development of our problem solving culture within the organization
• Develop and implement procedures and systems to ensure products meet our exceed customer expectations
• This is a role best suited to those who thrive in the development of systems and methodologies and not simply sustaining preexisting processes

Required Skills:

• Strong statistical analysis background
• Manufacturing equipment integration
• Effective problem solving skills (DMAIC, 8D, RCCM, PDCA)
• Risk analysis (PFMEA, DFMEA)
• Statistical methods (SPC, Pre-Control, Capability Indices)
• Experience with capital project scope development, justification and management
• Working knowledge and experience in Lean Six Sigma methodologies
• Excellent PC/Systems knowledge and skills

Preferred skills:

• PLC Programming
• Robotic Integration
• Manufacturing equipment integration

Required Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial or similar)
• Advanced degree preferred
• 2-7 Years of professional experience
• Strong foundry background

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Mueller Water Products, Inc., as well as its subsidiaries, are equal employment employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression), age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In keeping with its obligations under applicable federal, state, and local law, Mueller will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or interview process, please contact a member of the Human Resources Department. 

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