Process Engineer, Principal

We are looking for an Engineer, Principal, to join our Lansing, NY team!

As our Principal Engineer, you will work closely with all departments across the IMR Test Lab facilities. You will be the lead technician for all data structures and existing processes; sit on all high-level engineering meetings and act as a resource for all our engineers.

As a Principal Engineer, you will perform a variety of moderately complex to complex software and/or hardware engineering activities of an analysis, design, or test nature.

You will participate on project teams and provide guidance to less experienced engineers and technical staff. You will plan, conduct, and may supervise research, development or installation of products and systems in conformance with engineering design and customer specification. Engineering activities support both domestic and international products/services.

Location: Lansing, NY

Salary: $120,000 - $140,000

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in New York. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

We Take Care of Our People

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan (https://curtisswright.com/investor-relations/overview/default.aspx) I Inclusive & Supportive Culture (https://careers.curtisswright.com/en/who-we-are/) *

Your Challenge

Technical Oversight

• Ensure test methodologies in engineering-related proposals meet customer, standards, and accreditation requirements

• Assist engineering staff with technical questions, including editing technical reports prior to customer release if required.

Project Management

• Review technically challenging customer requests (e.g., scope, risks, fit for lab capabilities, schedule, and opportunities for further business) and provide input during the proposal and quoting process.

• Full project management - follow up on projects, key programs, and areas of concern to ensure that testing is proceeding correctly, on time, and on budget. Provide guidance when course corrections are necessary.

• Observe operational performance metrics and identify areas that might indicate weaknesses that need to be addressed proactively from an engineering perspective (safety, quality, turn-around time / on time delivery, customer feedback). Develop and execute mitigation plans as needed.

Engineering Mentorship

• Manage the formal internal Professional Development Program / Engineering Mentorship Program. Ensure that regular meetings are held with the participants.

• Organize and maintain a regular annual training schedule for hard skills and “soft” business skills that engineers will need to develop to enhance their careers.

Internal and External Relations

• Representing IMR Test Labs/ Analytical Services to internal and external stakeholders, including customers

• Participate in business development activities, especially related to new services being considered. Provide guidance on technical considerations and evaluate feasibility and maintainability of new tests and equipment being considered.

What You Bring

• Master’s Degree or Ph.D. in engineering; metallurgy preferred or a Bachelor’s Degree with 15+ years of experience

• 8-10 years’ experience in materials testing, project management, and engineering mentorship

• Excellent communication skills including ability to create technical reports, and present to senior management

• Expertise in C#

• Familiarity with data collection tools

Who We Are

Our Values (https://www.curtisswright.com/company/sustainability/core-values/default.aspx)

Environmental, Social and Governance

Curtiss-Wright Surface Technologies ("CWST") is the group name for the collective technical services provided by the legacy companies of Metal Improvement Company("MIC"), E/M Coating Services, Everlube Products, FW Gartner Thermal Spraying, Para Tech Coating, Component Coating & Repair Services, Bolt's Metallizing, Keronite, and IMR Test Labs.

CWST is a Division of Curtiss-Wright Corporation, a global innovative company that delivers highly engineered, critical function products and services to the commercial, industrial, defense and energy markets.

To learn more, please visit us at Surface Treatment and Metal Improvement | CWST (https://cwst.com/)

This location is one of our IMR Test Labs. To learn more, please visit us at Materials Testing Services | IMR Test Labs (https://imrtest.com/)

*Please note, benefits are country specific and may vary from location to location.

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No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team (TACOE@curtisswright.com) _and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.

Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss-Wright values diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition (TA_COE@curtisswright.com) and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

Join the WRIGHT Team!

Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.

Our Values

What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other.

Leadership

We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.

Customer Focus

We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.

Teamwork & Trust

Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.

Respect for People

We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.

Integrity

We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.

What We Offer Our Employees:

Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one!

Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of!

Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.