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Plastic Extrusion Manufacturing Engineer II

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General information

Entity

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. The company is a key player in equipment electrification and in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. It has over 14,000 employees across 13 different countries.

Reference number

2025-163606

Job details

Domain

Performance and Support

Job field / Job profile

Industrial engineering - Electronic/electrical/wiring processes engineering

Job title

Plastic Extrusion Manufacturing Engineer II

Employment type

Temporary

Contract period

9 Months - Possibility to Extend

Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

A glimpse at the job:

HERE, WE CRAFT EXCELLENCE TOGETHER. At Safran, we believe in sustainable career journeys, collaboration as a cornerstone of innovation, and the freedom to explore diverse career paths. As a Plastic Extrusion Manufacturing Engineer II, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of aerospace.

This position contributes to our vision by:

• Drive an overall improvement of our extrusion processes: increased safety, increased quality, reduced scrap.

• Conceive and develop new cost-effective manufacturing concepts using lean methodologies.

• Engage maintenance personnel in resolving process and equipment problems using systematic methods of troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and irreversible corrective action implementation.

• Participate and provide technical expertise our manufacturing floor including Extrusion, Secondary ops, and assembly.

• Drive our processes to meet customer cost and quality requirements.

• Lead flawless launches of new product activities through active participation in FMEA, PFD, part and tool design reviews, Kaisen and other cross-functional team events.

• Mentor extrusion technicians and engage maintenance personnel in resolving, tooling and equipment problems using systematic methods of troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and irreversible corrective action implantation.

• Responsible for setting up and generating programs for new products.

• Interfaces with product engineering, manufacturing leadership, and support teams to meet business unit goals;

• Supports standardization initiatives across business units;

• Coordinates with engineering team to implement company engineering strategies;

• Other duties may be assigned.

What we offer:

• Competitive salaries

• Paid holidays

• Recognition programs

• Comprehensive benefits

• Retirement (401K) plans with employer match

• Professional development opportunities

• Tuition assistance

• Over 300 career paths across global sites

Work Culture:

At Safran, we foster a respectful and inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. We support sustainable career journeys and encourage employees to explore multiple paths for growth. Collaboration is essential to our success, and we are committed to helping every team member thrive. We engage with our communities through educational programs, outreach initiatives, and career events, inspiring future talent to join our mission.

Join Safran Electrical & Power, where you can look to the skies and say “we did that.”

Candidate skills & requirements

At Safran Electrical & Power, we value service-oriented team players who demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to adapt to our dynamic, innovative environment.

• Requires Bachelor's degree in Engineering

• Requires 3-5 years experience in manufacturing and/or quality processes with focus in plastic extrusion.

• Blueprint and schematics reading - Advanced

• Problem Solving, root cause analysis and corrective action - Advanced

• Capable of managing large amounts of data and tasks – Basic

• Ability to build strategic working relationships at all levels of the organization – Basic

• Knowledge of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) methodologies and tools - Advanced

• Ability to understand flow diagrams, PFEMA, and control plans – Advanced

Across all team members, we are looking for the following attributes:

• Innovative & Curious

• Collaborative & Inclusive

• Committed to Safety

• Trustworthy

• Results Focused

• Driven to Excellence

• Powered by Teamwork

Highlights from our facility:

As the North American headquarters for Safran Electrical & Power, the Denton, Texas facility brings together a diverse team committed to crafting excellence. Here, we innovate smarter electrical solutions for a better flight—together. Recognized with honors such as the Northrop Grumman Supplier Performance Excellence Award, Sikorsky Elite Supplier, and Boeing Supplier of the Year, we are proud to lead in quality and innovation. Located in the heart of North Texas, Denton offers a vibrant arts and music scene and is home to two major universities!

Discover Safran through our videos: https://www.safran-group.com/videos/safran-corporate.

This description outlines the general nature and level of work for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may vary by assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Safran Electrical & Power is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. For verification or accommodation requests, please email [email protected] or call 940-272-5700. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Candidates for positions with Safran Electrical & Power must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire.

This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Citizens, or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered.

Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.

Annual salary

Based on Experience

Job location

Job location

North America, United States, Texas

City (-ies)

Safran Electrical and Power, 3790 Russell, Newman Blvd 76208 Denton (TX)

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 3 years

ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency

Yes