Senior electronics architecture opportunity supporting the MK48 program in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania. Predominantly onsite role requiring expert FPGA experience, U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.
Lead Electrical Engineer – Hardware Design | Cincinnati, OH
Lead Electrical Engineer – Hardware Design
📍 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
🏢 Work Arrangement: Onsite
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
🕒 Schedule: 4/10 – Four 10-Hour Days Per Week
🛡️ Security Clearance: Active Clearance Not Required; Ability to Obtain a Secret Clearance Required
✈️ Travel: Occasional
🚚 Relocation Assistance: May Be Considered for an Exceptional Candidate
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
👥 People Management: Not Required
Design Mission-Critical Electronics for Extreme Environments
A leading aerospace and defense organization is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer – Hardware Design to lead the design, development, testing and qualification of ruggedized electronic systems for advanced ordnance applications.
This is a hands-on senior technical leadership position operating in a fast-paced product-development environment. The successful candidate will combine strong analog, digital and power-electronics design capabilities with technical project leadership, structured problem-solving and the ability to guide products from requirements definition through design, qualification and production support.
The role requires someone capable of working independently with minimal supervision while also collaborating across multidisciplinary engineering teams. The Lead Electrical Engineer will manage several technical priorities simultaneously, mentor other engineers and serve as a primary technical interface with internal and external customers.
Key Responsibilities
Analog and Digital Hardware Design
Design analog and digital circuitry for ruggedized aerospace and defense electronics.
Develop circuits using analog building blocks such as:
Differential amplifiers
Operational amplifiers
Low-dropout regulators
Analog filters
Data converters
Signal-conditioning circuits
Design with digital building blocks such as logic gates, flip-flops, timers and related components.
Develop power-conversion and power-conditioning solutions involving:
AC/DC conversion
DC/DC conversion
DC/AC conversion
Linear power supplies
Switching power supplies
Apply sound engineering practices for EMI suppression, ESD protection and short-circuit protection.
Support component selection, design trade studies and hardware architecture decisions.
Ensure designs can perform reliably in demanding vibration, shock, temperature and humidity conditions.
Circuit Analysis and Verification
Perform circuit-tolerance analyses using hand calculations and SPICE-based simulation tools.
Evaluate component tolerances, environmental effects and worst-case operating conditions.
Define verification methods and acceptance criteria for electrical performance.
Analyse test data and determine whether hardware meets requirements.
Identify technical risks early and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.
Document analysis methods, assumptions, results and engineering recommendations.
Requirements and Compliance
Develop, refine and manage electrical and hardware requirements.
Translate customer and system-level requirements into implementable hardware designs.
Maintain traceability between requirements, design outputs and verification activities.
Assess technical compliance throughout the development lifecycle.
Support internal and customer reviews of requirements and compliance evidence.
Ensure design decisions and changes are appropriately documented.
Testing and Qualification
Develop comprehensive test plans, procedures and reports covering:
Brassboard testing
Design verification
Environmental qualification
Product-performance testing
Firing-properties testing
Failure investigation and corrective-action verification
Lead and direct laboratory and field-test activities throughout the product-development lifecycle.
Coordinate testing with systems, mechanical, manufacturing, quality and test-engineering teams.
Troubleshoot hardware using oscilloscopes, function generators, digital multimeters and other standard laboratory equipment.
Review test results, investigate anomalies and recommend corrective actions.
Ensure testing is appropriately controlled, repeatable and thoroughly documented.
Technical Project Leadership
Lead large-scale technical projects from initial concept through completion with minimal supervision.
Coordinate technical activities across multiple engineering disciplines.
Manage several projects and priorities simultaneously.
Establish technical plans, milestones, risks and resource requirements.
Track engineering progress and communicate concerns before they affect cost, schedule or performance.
Provide technical direction without requiring formal people-management authority.
Make well-supported engineering decisions in a dynamic environment with changing customer priorities.
Design Reviews and Customer Interface
Prepare materials for and lead formal design reviews throughout the product-development lifecycle.
Present technical designs, analyses, risks, verification results and recommendations.
Serve as a primary technical interface for internal stakeholders and external customers.
Respond clearly and professionally to technical questions and design concerns.
Coordinate the resolution of review actions and technical issues.
Support final technical presentations and customer acceptance activities.
Failure Investigation and Root-Cause Analysis
Lead investigations into hardware failures, nonconformances and test anomalies.
Apply structured problem-solving tools such as:
8D
Fishbone diagrams
Cause-and-effect analysis
Fault isolation
Corrective and preventive action methodologies
Reproduce failures, analyse evidence and identify defensible root causes.
Develop, implement and verify effective corrective actions.
Communicate investigation findings to engineering teams, customers and leadership.
Capture lessons learned and incorporate improvements into future designs.
Engineering Documentation and Change Control
Develop clear and accurate technical documentation, including:
Test plans
Test reports
Engineering drawings
Design analyses
Requirements and compliance documentation
Design-review materials
Failure-investigation reports
Create and process Engineering Orders and Engineering Change Proposals.
Support configuration management and formal change-control activities.
Maintain appropriate documentation throughout the product lifecycle.
Ensure technical records meet internal, contractual and regulatory expectations.
Proposal and Team Support
Provide material, labour and technical estimates for Requests for Proposals.
Contribute to technical approaches, schedules, risks and assumptions.
Support programme planning and new-business activities.
Mentor electrical engineers and support their technical development.
Promote effective collaboration, engineering discipline and knowledge sharing.
Required Qualifications
Candidates must meet one of the following education and experience combinations:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related technical discipline with at least nine years of relevant experience.
Graduate degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline with at least seven years of relevant experience.
At least 13 years of directly relevant professional experience in place of a degree.
Additional required experience includes:
At least five years of experience designing with basic analog building blocks, including differential amplifiers, operational amplifiers, LDOs, filters and data converters.
At least five years of experience designing with digital building blocks, including logic gates, flip-flops and timers.
At least four years of experience with power-conversion concepts, including AC/DC, DC/DC, DC/AC, linear and switching supplies.
At least five years of experience troubleshooting electronic hardware using standard laboratory equipment.
At least four years of experience with schematic-capture or PCB-layout tools such as Altium or PADS.
At least four years of experience leading a large-scale technical project from beginning to completion with minimal guidance.
At least four years of experience preparing for and participating in internal or external design reviews.
At least four years of experience producing formal technical documentation such as test plans, test reports and engineering drawings.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work both independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
Ability to manage several technical priorities simultaneously.
Ability to meet all eligibility requirements for a US Secret security clearance.
Current authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
An active security clearance is not required at the time of application.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience designing ruggedized electronics for aerospace, defense or ordnance applications.
At least four years of experience working with:
Temperature sensors
MEMS accelerometers
Differential-pressure sensors
Gyroscopes
At least five years of experience with serial communication interfaces such as UART, SPI and I²C.
At least five years of structured root-cause analysis experience.
Experience applying design practices for EMI suppression, ESD protection and short-circuit protection.
At least five years of power-supply and power-conditioning design experience.
Experience designing electronic systems for extreme vibration, shock, temperature and humidity environments.
Experience with energetic-material interfaces and associated testing.
Experience supporting firing-device interfaces, including exploding-foil and low-energy exploding-foil initiators.
Experience working with lead charges, boosters or related energetic components.
Safety and Arming Systems Experience
Highly desirable experience includes:
Designing Electronic Safety and Arming Devices or Ignition Safety Devices.
Applying MIL-STD-1316 and MIL-STD-1901A.
Developing ESAD, ESAF or ISD solutions for defense applications.
Presenting safety-device designs to formal review boards such as:
Air Force Safety Review Board
Fuze and Ignition System Technical Review Panel
Navy Nuclear Weapons System Safety Board
Supporting qualification, compliance and safety-review activities for ordnance electronics.
The Ideal Candidate
The strongest candidate will be able to demonstrate:
End-to-end ownership of complex electrical hardware designs.
Strong analog, digital and power-electronics expertise.
Hands-on circuit analysis, laboratory testing and troubleshooting capabilities.
Experience designing electronics for harsh or extreme environments.
Leadership of multidisciplinary technical projects from concept through qualification.
Confidence leading formal internal and customer design reviews.
Structured investigation and resolution of difficult hardware failures.
Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
Experience mentoring engineers without requiring formal supervisory authority.
The ability to communicate effectively with engineering teams, programme leadership and customers.
Flexibility to respond to changing technical and programme priorities.
Work Environment and Benefits
The position operates within a fast-paced aerospace and defense engineering environment and requires close collaboration across electrical, mechanical, systems, test, manufacturing, quality and programme teams.
Employees work a 4/10 schedule, completing four 10-hour shifts each week. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package and may consider relocation support for an exceptional candidate.
Equal Opportunity
The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants without discrimination based on any status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
Senior FPGA Hardware Engineer – Verilog & SystemVerilog | Cincinnati, OH
Senior FPGA Hardware Engineer – Electrical Engineering
📍 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
🏢 Work Arrangement: Onsite
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
🕒 Schedule: 4/10 – Four 10-Hour Days Per Week
🛡️ Security Clearance: Not Required
✈️ Travel: Occasional
🚚 Relocation Assistance: May Be Considered for an Exceptional Candidate
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
👥 People Management: Not Required
Develop the Next Generation of FPGA-Based Defense Electronics
A leading aerospace and defense organization is seeking a talented Senior FPGA Hardware Engineer to support the architecture, design, development and verification of next-generation Electronic Safe and Arm Devices for advanced defense systems.
This is a hands-on engineering position focused primarily on Verilog FPGA design, SystemVerilog verification and embedded microcontroller development. The successful candidate will develop highly reliable digital hardware and firmware used within safety-critical fuzing solutions.
FPGA and ASIC designs may include sensor interfaces, sequence-verification logic, analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog interfaces, communication protocols, state machines, timer chains and other safety-critical functions.
This opportunity is ideally suited to an engineer who enjoys solving complex hardware and firmware problems, working with laboratory equipment and developing innovative solutions in a dynamic product-development environment.
Key Responsibilities
FPGA Architecture and Design
Analyse system and product requirements and translate them into FPGA and digital-hardware architectures.
Define FPGA functionality, interfaces, state machines and verification requirements.
Develop synthesizable Verilog HDL for antifuse and enhanced-flash FPGA technologies.
Design FPGA logic supporting:
Sensor interfaces
Sequence verification
Analog-to-digital interfaces
Digital-to-analog interfaces
Serial communication protocols
State machines
Timer chains
Safety-critical control functions
Support architecture trade studies and component-selection decisions.
Ensure FPGA designs meet functional, performance, reliability and safety requirements.
Contribute throughout the complete design lifecycle, from early concept through product testing.
FPGA Verification
Develop and execute verification strategies for complex FPGA designs.
Create simulation environments, testbenches and verification plans.
Perform functional simulation and timing-related analysis.
Support SystemVerilog-based verification using methodologies such as:
Universal Verification Methodology
Open Verification Methodology
Verification Methodology Manual
Advanced Verification Methodology
Use simulation tools to identify functional defects before hardware integration.
Document test results, coverage, anomalies and corrective actions.
Participate in design and code reviews to strengthen FPGA quality.
Embedded Firmware Development
Develop embedded C software for microcontroller-based systems.
Implement algorithms, manipulate data structures and produce highly optimized code.
Develop firmware supporting communication, sequencing, monitoring and hardware-control functions.
Support C# development targeting enhanced-flash microcontrollers when required.
Integrate FPGA logic, microcontrollers and associated hardware.
Diagnose hardware-firmware interaction issues in laboratory and target-system environments.
Support firmware reviews, unit testing and configuration control.
Hardware Development and Integration
Support the design and debugging of FPGA-associated electrical hardware.
Review digital schematics and assess device interfaces.
Participate in hardware bring-up and prototype evaluation.
Verify interfaces between FPGAs, microcontrollers, sensors, converters and other electronic components.
Support the integration of digital hardware and firmware into Electronic Safe and Arm Devices.
Evaluate system performance under representative operating conditions.
Work closely with electrical, systems, test, mechanical and software engineers.
Laboratory Testing and Troubleshooting
Perform hands-on debugging using standard laboratory equipment, including:
Logic analysers
Oscilloscopes
JTAG and in-circuit emulation debuggers
Protocol analysers
Digital multimeters
Development and evaluation boards
Analyse functional failures and performance issues in test environments and target systems.
Isolate defects across FPGA logic, firmware and electrical hardware.
Develop corrective actions and verify the effectiveness of design changes.
Document troubleshooting methods, findings and final resolutions.
Support prototype, design-verification and product-level testing.
Requirements and Technical Documentation
Analyse, clarify and refine hardware and firmware requirements.
Maintain traceability between requirements, design elements and verification evidence.
Produce design descriptions, verification documentation and technical reports.
Document FPGA architectures, interfaces, state-machine behaviour and firmware functionality.
Support internal and customer design reviews.
Ensure engineering records are complete, accurate and configuration controlled.
Quality and Process Improvement
Apply disciplined hardware, firmware and software-development methodologies.
Participate in design reviews, code reviews, unit testing, prototyping and product testing.
Identify opportunities to improve development efficiency, product quality and time to market.
Contribute to FPGA coding standards, reusable design practices and verification processes.
Support defect prevention and lessons-learned activities.
Maintain source code and design files within approved version-control systems.
Required Qualifications
Candidates must meet one of the following education and experience combinations:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related technical discipline with at least six years of relevant experience.
Graduate degree in a related technical discipline with at least four years of relevant experience.
At least 10 years of directly relevant professional experience in place of a degree.
Additional required experience includes:
Practical knowledge of Verilog for FPGA or digital logic design.
Experience with digital-design practices, logic architecture and hardware-description languages such as Verilog or VHDL.
Embedded C programming experience, including:
Algorithm development
Data-structure manipulation
Hardware-control programming
Development of highly optimized code
Hands-on experience using laboratory equipment such as logic analysers, oscilloscopes, JTAG/ICE debuggers and protocol analysers.
Familiarity with hardware, software and firmware development methodologies.
Experience participating in design verification, code reviews, unit testing, prototyping or product testing.
Experience using source-code and configuration-management tools such as Git, Subversion or Team Foundation Server.
Strong problem-solving and debugging abilities.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively across multiple engineering disciplines.
Ability to respond to changing technical priorities and short-notice requests.
Current authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
FPGA development experience with Microchip/Microsemi or Actel devices.
Experience targeting antifuse or enhanced-flash FPGA technologies.
Experience using QuestaSim or comparable HDL simulation tools.
SystemVerilog verification experience.
Experience applying UVM, OVM, VMM or AVM verification methodologies.
Experience developing reusable verification components and testbenches.
C# development experience targeting enhanced-flash microcontrollers.
Experience developing FPGA interfaces for:
Sensors
ADCs and DACs
Serial communications
State machines
Timing and sequencing functions
Familiarity with ASIC development or verification.
Experience developing safety-critical or high-reliability electronics.
Previous experience with Electronic Safe and Arm Devices, fuzing systems or defense electronics.
Experience integrating FPGA logic with microcontrollers and embedded firmware.
Strong organizational skills and an action-oriented approach.
The Ideal Candidate
The strongest candidate will be able to demonstrate:
Ownership of FPGA designs from requirements through implementation and verification.
Strong Verilog and digital-logic design capabilities.
Hands-on embedded C development experience.
Practical SystemVerilog verification knowledge.
Experience debugging interactions between FPGA logic, firmware and electrical hardware.
Confidence using laboratory tools to isolate complex technical problems.
Familiarity with Microsemi/Actel FPGA technology and QuestaSim.
Experience developing reliable electronics for safety-critical applications.
An ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across engineering disciplines.
Strong documentation, organization and communication skills.
Work Environment and Benefits
The position operates within a highly dynamic aerospace and defense engineering environment where product quality, technical discipline and responsiveness are essential.
Employees work a 4/10 schedule, completing four 10-hour workdays each week. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
Medical and disability insurance
Retirement plan with employer match
Flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance program
Education assistance
Parental leave
Paid time off
Company-paid holidays
Relocation assistance may be considered for an exceptional candidate.
Equal Opportunity
The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants without discrimination based on any status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
Lead Electrical Engineer – Aircraft Systems Integration | Aerospace & Defense | Waco, TX
Lead Electrical Engineer – Aircraft Systems Integration
📍 Waco, Texas (100% Onsite)
💰 $150,000 - $170,000 Base Salary
🚚 Relocation Assistance Available
🕒 9/80 Schedule – Every Other Friday Off
✈️ Aerospace, Defense & Aircraft Modification Programs
Design the Systems That Power Mission-Critical Aircraft
An industry-leading aerospace and defense organization is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to support advanced aircraft modification and systems integration programs.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced electrical engineer who enjoys hands-on engineering, solving complex integration challenges, and seeing their designs deployed on real-world aircraft platforms.
You'll play a key role in the design, integration, testing, and verification of aircraft electrical systems, supporting major avionics upgrades, mission system integrations, power distribution systems, and aircraft modernization initiatives.
Whether your experience comes from aerospace, transportation, automotive, military vehicles, rail, heavy equipment, industrial controls, or other complex electrical systems environments, this role offers the chance to apply your expertise to some of the most advanced airborne platforms in operation today.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
This isn't a desk-only design role.
You'll be involved throughout the full engineering lifecycle—from requirements and design through integration, troubleshooting, aircraft testing, and operational deployment.
You'll work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams while gaining direct exposure to aircraft systems, advanced avionics technologies, and mission-critical defense programs.
Highlights include:
Work directly on operational aircraft platforms
Lead complex electrical integration and modification projects
Design and validate aircraft power and signal interfaces
Participate in lab testing and aircraft testing activities
Influence technical solutions and engineering decisions
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership
Outstanding long-term growth opportunities within aerospace and defense
What You'll Be Doing
Aircraft Electrical Systems Design
Design and develop electrical integration solutions for aircraft modification programs
Support avionics upgrades and aircraft systems modernization initiatives
Develop electrical interface designs and power distribution solutions
Apply electrical requirements and design standards to complex integration efforts
Generate professional engineering drawings, documentation, and technical reports
Systems Integration & Verification
Support integration of electrical, avionics, and mission systems
Evaluate wiring architectures, signal interfaces, and power requirements
Verify electrical interfaces and system compatibility
Troubleshoot integration issues and identify root causes
Support hardware installation and aircraft modification activities
Testing & Validation
Develop electrical test plans and verification procedures
Conduct testing in laboratory and aircraft environments
Analyze test results and resolve technical issues
Support qualification, acceptance, and operational testing activities
Ensure systems meet performance and customer requirements
Technical Leadership
Serve as a technical leader within the Electrical Engineering team
Support project planning, budget tracking, and schedule management
Mentor and develop junior engineers
Coordinate activities across engineering disciplines
Drive technical excellence and engineering best practices
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
AND
Minimum 9 years of relevant engineering experience
OR
Master's Degree with 7+ years of relevant experience
OR
13+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
Required Technical Experience
Electrical systems integration
Wiring and signal interface design
Electrical design for complex systems
Troubleshooting and verification testing
Interface control and systems integration activities
Experience with at least one electrical CAD platform
CAD Tool Experience
Experience with one or more of the following:
Visual Engineer
AutoCAD Electrical
Capital Harness
Similar electrical design and harness development tools
Highly Preferred Experience
Wire Harness & Interconnect Design
Candidates with experience in:
Wire harness design
Electrical routing
Connector selection
Signal integrity
Power distribution systems
Interface design
will be especially attractive.
Industry-specific aerospace experience is not required. Candidates from other complex engineering environments with strong electrical integration backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Aerospace & Military Standards
Exposure to any of the following is beneficial:
SAE AS50881
MIL-STD-704
MIL-E-7016
SAE ARP4754
MIL-STD-461
MIL-STD-810
MIL-STD-882
MIL-HDBK-516
Additional Preferred Experience
Aircraft systems integration
Avionics upgrades
Military aircraft modification programs
Power distribution systems
Digital and analog signal interfaces
System troubleshooting and root cause analysis
Engineering leadership or task leadership experience
Technical Knowledge Areas
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of:
Digital and analog signal interfaces
Voltage drop considerations
Timing requirements
Data communications and handshaking protocols
Electrical power distribution
System-level integration challenges
Verification and validation processes
Work Environment
This role combines office, laboratory, and aircraft environments.
Candidates should be comfortable:
Working directly on aircraft
Operating in aircraft hangars
Climbing into and around aircraft
Supporting installation and test activities
Working in confined areas when necessary
Participating in hands-on troubleshooting efforts
Security Requirements
Candidates must:
Be U.S. Citizens
Be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense Security Clearance
Preferred
Active DoD Secret Clearance
Travel & Schedule
✈️ Less than 10% travel
🕒 9/80 Schedule
Enjoy every other Friday off while supporting exciting aerospace programs.
Occasional overtime may be required based on program schedules and testing activities.
Compensation & Benefits
💰 Base Salary: $150,000 - $170,000
Additional benefits include:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Retirement savings plans
Paid time off and company holidays
Relocation assistance for qualified candidates
Interview travel reimbursement
Professional development opportunities
Long-term career advancement within a growing aerospace organization
Why Join?
This is a unique opportunity to work on highly visible aircraft modernization and systems integration programs where your engineering expertise will directly influence the performance, reliability, and capability of mission-critical aircraft.
You'll join a team that values technical excellence, innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning while offering exposure to cutting-edge aerospace technologies and complex engineering challenges.
If you're an experienced Electrical Engineer with strong systems integration and wire harness design experience looking for your next career-defining opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
Wastewater Operator (Level A / III Licensed) – Millsboro, DE | $5K Bonus
Wastewater Operator (Level A / Level III Licensed)
📍 Location: Millsboro, Delaware
🏭 Industry: Environmental Services / Manufacturing
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
🕒 Shift Availability:
2nd Shift
3rd Shift
Overnight schedules available
Example schedule: Wednesday – Saturday | 6:00 PM – 6:30 AM
🔥 Multiple Openings Available
💰 Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range: $55,120 – $83,200
$5,000 Sign-On Bonus Available
Bonus eligible
Overtime eligible
Full benefits package
Relocation assistance possible for ideal candidates
Interview travel reimbursement available
🚀 Overview
A leading manufacturing organization is seeking experienced Wastewater Operators to support wastewater treatment operations and environmental compliance at a large-scale production facility.
This role is ideal for candidates with strong wastewater treatment experience, current wastewater licensing, and hands-on mechanical troubleshooting capabilities. Operators will support environmental compliance, process control, system maintenance, and operational reliability across wastewater treatment systems.
The ideal candidate has experience working in wastewater facilities classified as Class II or higher, possesses a Level III or Level A wastewater license, and has experience serving in a Direct Responsible Charge (DRC) role.
🔧 Key Responsibilities
Wastewater Operations
Operate and monitor wastewater treatment systems
Maintain treatment process efficiency and environmental compliance
Perform system troubleshooting and equipment repairs
Rebuild pumps and wastewater equipment as needed
Maintain preventative maintenance schedules
Environmental Compliance
Assist in managing environmental compliance programs
Monitor and report sampling results required by:
Federal regulations
State regulations
Local environmental agencies
Maintain accurate compliance documentation and records
Safety & Maintenance
Adhere to all plant safety requirements including:
PPE protocols
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures
Process Safety Management standards
Identify and report unsafe conditions immediately
Laboratory & Process Control
Perform process control laboratory testing
Support operational analysis and treatment optimization
Document operational data and reporting metrics
✅ Required Qualifications
Current Wastewater License required
Level III Wastewater License preferred
Level A or Master License highly preferred
Valid Driver’s License required
Associate’s Degree in:
Science
Engineering
Related technical field
Equivalent approved coursework accepted
Minimum 4 years of operating experience in:
Wastewater facilities classified as Class II or higher
Minimum 2 years serving in:
Direct Responsible Charge (DRC) capacity
⭐ Preferred Qualifications
Experience in:
Poultry manufacturing
Food production
Industrial manufacturing environments
Mechanical troubleshooting and pump rebuilding experience
Willingness to work:
2nd shift
3rd shift
Overnight schedules
🛠️ Core Skills
✔ Wastewater Operations
✔ Environmental Compliance
✔ Wastewater Treatment Systems
✔ Pump Repair & Rebuilds
✔ Process Control
✔ Laboratory Testing
✔ LOTO Procedures
✔ Industrial Safety
✔ Preventative Maintenance
✔ Compliance Recordkeeping
✔ Manufacturing Operations
✔ Direct Responsible Charge (DRC)
🎯 Ideal Candidate
Holds a current Level III, Level A, or Master Wastewater License
Has at least 4 years of wastewater operating experience in Class II or higher facilities
Has served in a Direct Responsible Charge role for 2+ years
Comfortable working overnight, second, or third shifts
Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and repair equipment
Experience in poultry or manufacturing environments preferred
⚠️ Important Notes
No visa sponsorship available now or in the future
Candidates may be asked about prior felony convictions during screening
Multiple openings available across different shifts
Fully onsite position
📝 Screening Questions
Will you now or in the future require employment visa sponsorship?
Have you worked in a poultry or manufacturing facility?
Do you currently hold a valid Wastewater License?
Do you have experience serving in Direct Responsible Charge (DRC)?
Are you open to working 2nd or 3rd shift schedules?
🌟 Why Join
Established and stable manufacturing organization with over 100 years of history
Strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence
Excellent compensation and overtime opportunities
Long-term career growth in environmental and wastewater operations
Opportunity to work in a large-scale industrial wastewater environment with advanced systems
Lead Application Engineer – Flexible Packaging | Remote USA | Travel
Lead Application Engineer – Flexible Packaging
📍 Location: Fully Remote (USA)
✈️ Travel: Up to 60% (primarily US, occasional Canada/Mexico)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
💰 Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary: $105,000 – $125,000
Full benefits package
Bonus eligible
Relocation assistance possible for ideal candidates
Benefits Include:
Medical, dental & vision coverage starting Day 1
401(k) with company match
Employee stock purchase program
Generous PTO & volunteer time
Tuition reimbursement & career development programs
Paid parental leave & family support benefits
Flexible work policies and wellness programs
🚀 Overview
A global leader in adhesive technologies and functional coatings is seeking a Lead Application Engineer – Flexible Packaging to provide technical leadership and customer-facing engineering support across the flexible packaging market.
This role serves as a trusted technical advisor supporting laminating adhesives and coatings technologies, helping customers optimize manufacturing processes, troubleshoot issues, implement new technologies, and drive innovation initiatives.
The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise in flexible packaging, coatings, laminating adhesives, or converting processes with excellent customer engagement and project management capabilities.
🔧 Key Responsibilities
Technical Customer Support
Provide technical recommendations, troubleshooting, and application support for customers
Conduct onsite technical visits including:
Product demonstrations
Audits
Process troubleshooting
Equipment optimization
Support complaint investigations and root cause analysis
Document activities and findings within CRM and laboratory systems
Flexible Packaging & Coating Expertise
Support laminating adhesives and coatings applications
Provide expertise in:
Coating technologies
Converting processes
Flexible packaging applications
Mechanical/application equipment optimization
Assist customers in improving adhesive-related manufacturing processes
Project Management & Innovation
Lead customer-focused technical projects from concept through implementation
Scope and justify customer projects and technical initiatives
Collaborate cross-functionally with:
Product Development
Manufacturing
Supply Chain
Sales & Marketing
Support innovation pipeline initiatives and new technology adoption
Training & Relationship Management
Deliver technical training to customers and field sales teams
Serve as the technical liaison between customers and internal teams
Build strong relationships with stakeholders across all organizational levels
Promote best practices and share technical learnings across accounts
Laboratory & Technical Analysis
Coordinate and prioritize laboratory testing activities
Prepare technical reports summarizing findings and recommendations
Analyze complex technical and application-related problems
Support troubleshooting and process optimization initiatives
✅ Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in:
Chemical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Materials Engineering
Chemistry
Or related technical field
5–10+ years of:
Technical service
Application engineering
Flexible packaging industry experience
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Strong project management and organizational skills
⭐ Highly Preferred Experience
Flexible packaging industry experience
Hands-on coating and/or converting expertise
Experience with:
Laminating adhesives
Coatings technologies
Application equipment
Converting machinery
Customer-facing technical service experience
🛠️ Core Skills
✔ Flexible Packaging
✔ Laminating Adhesives
✔ Coatings Technology
✔ Application Engineering
✔ Technical Service
✔ Troubleshooting
✔ Process Optimization
✔ Converting Equipment
✔ Project Management
✔ Customer Training
✔ Root Cause Analysis
✔ Industrial Manufacturing
🎯 Ideal Candidate
Hands-on technical expert within flexible packaging and coatings environments
Strong customer-facing engineer comfortable working onsite with manufacturing teams
Excellent communicator capable of interacting with operators through executive leadership
Organized and proactive project leader with strong analytical capabilities
Comfortable balancing technical problem solving with commercial support responsibilities
🌟 Why Join
Join a globally recognized innovation leader in adhesives and coatings technology
Fully remote role with significant customer engagement and technical ownership
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge flexible packaging solutions
Strong career growth and international development opportunities
Collaborative culture focused on innovation, sustainability, and technical excellence
📋 Additional Details
Fully remote position
Heavy customer interaction and travel-based role
Travel up to ~60% with advance planning and support for work-life balance
Candidates must be comfortable working independently and managing multiple customer projects simultaneously