Manufacturing Engineer

Key responsibilities include: Document and manage standard work instructions Identify material and workflow bottlenecks and implement solutions Develop and implement maintenance plans Resolve film quality concerns on customer programs Recommend / develop equipment and process upgrades Support scale-up and commercialization of new technologies by working seamlessly with other groups, business partners, and customers Lead continuous improvement programs Consistently apply the Scientific Method in the planning and execution of experimental plans Train extrusion technicians on daily line operations Demonstrate the appropriate use of statistical tools to solve complex problems Use skills and competencies to increase productivity of self and others Serve on multi-disciplinary project teams to collaborate, provide technical input, and deliver results aligned with team deliverables Understand and implement appropriate EH&S standards, policies, and procedures applicable to the operation of an extrusion line. Lead by example for sate behaviors by promoting safe work habits Install, commission, and lead operation of nanolayer coextrusion line

Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Chemical Engineering Minimum 2+ years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment Experience with extrusion and film processing Web handling experience in films, paper, or converting industry Ability to work independently and drive projects to completion. Ability to partner with team members and stakeholders from multiple backgrounds Willingness to learn statistical data analysisUS Citizenship

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with PLC systems Experience with Lean and Six Sigma Experience with Net Suite ERPNew product scale-up and commercialization experience Experience working in a cross-functional team environment About Peak Nano Established in 2016 to bring patented nanotechnology from the laboratory to commercial applications, Peak Nano is tackling challenges across the power grid, fusion, electric vehicles, aerospace, and defense. With AI-powered design and advanced nanolayered technology, Peak Nano’s drop-in-ready, industry-disrupting solutions dramatically boost systems’ performance. Our Nano Plex™ films technology, protected by 20+ global patents, is designed and engineered in the U.S., with a secure supply chain from allied nations, reducing dependence on foreign suppliers. These purpose-built nanolayered solutions enable breakthroughs across critical industries, strengthening American energy independence, leadership, and national security.