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As a leading clean energy technology company, we're helping businesses, communities, utilities, and data centers meet growing energy demands with reliable, always-on power solutions.\nWith nearly a gigawatt of fuel cell platforms deployed worldwide, we're accelerating the transition to a more resilient energy future. Join a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and industry pioneers who are tackling some of the world's most complex energy challenges while shaping the next generation of sustainable power.\nYour work here won't just power facilities. It will help power the future.\nThe pay for this position ranges from $92000 - $115000.\nSummary:\nIn this role, the Manufacturing Process Engineer serves as a hands-on process expert responsible for developing, implementing, and sustaining manufacturing processes and equipment used in fuel cell production. The role focuses on improving safety, quality, yield, and productivity through disciplined application of engineering principles, structured problem-solving, and close collaboration with Production, Quality, Product Engineering, and R&D teams\nResponsibilities:\nSupport the research, design, development, and implementation of new and improved manufacturing processes and equipment, including value stream mapping, process documentation, PFMEA, risk assessments, and control plans. \nAssist in managing new equipment projects from specification development through installation and release to operations, including vendor coordination, capital justification support, and execution under direction. \nParticipate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction, quality improvement, yield enhancement, and ergonomic improvements. \nAnalyze process data to identify trends, improve yield, and support root cause analysis of production issues. \nParticipate on cross-functional teams including R&D, Facilities, Environmental Health and Safety, and Product Engineering. \nAct as a manufacturing liaison supporting Design Engineering and R&D activities. \nCoordinate and participate in production trials, providing hands-on support and guidance to operators during development and validation activities. \nReview and approve engineering drawings, work instructions, and material specifications within defined authority limits. \nDevelop work instructions and operational control plans for shop floor use. \nSupport safety assessments of equipment and processes, with working knowledge of NFPA codes and OSHA regulations. \nPerform other duties as assigned by management.\nQualifications\nEducation: Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited institution is required. Mechanical, Chemical, Materials Science, or Electrical Engineering is preferred. A Master’s degree is a plus.\nExperience: Minimum of three years of experience in manufacturing or process engineering role with exposure to production equipment, assembly, inspection, or industrial processes. Experience with semi-automated assembly systems is preferred.\nSkills and Experience:\nDemonstrated ability to support process and equipment implementation projects. \nComfortable working in a dynamic, cross-functional manufacturing environment. \nPractical mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem-solving skills. \nAbility to read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications. \nFamiliarity with Lean and continuous improvement tools such as Six Sigma, PDCA, Gemba walks, and 6S. \nExperience troubleshooting manufacturing equipment and automated machinery preferred. \nProficiency in Microsoft Office applications. \nExperience with SolidWorks, statistical tools, automation systems, and capital equipment is a plus.\nWorking Environment/Working Conditions:\nThe position is in-person in our Torrington factory and requires a commitment of 40 hours per week minimum, typically Monday through Friday.\nTravel is estimated at up to 10% domestically, with limited international travel as needed.\nAbility to work in a demanding industrial environment with exposure to chemicals, furnaces, dust, heat, and required PPE\nPhysical Requirements:\nAble to move effectively and timely in and around 200,000+ square foot cement floored manufacturing facility\nLifting, pushing, pulling and placement of manufacturing parts weighing 25lbs or more.\nAbility to work with, and around, chemicals, including but not limited to nickel-based compounds, adhesives, and solvents.\nAbility to work around furnace area with smoke, dust, and heat (wearing personal protective equipment).\nBe able and willing to wear required personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses, safety shoes, and other PPE as required.\nMust be able to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment.\nAbility to travel to other company locations as required.\nAll Employees Shall:\nComply with the EH&S Policy and applicable regulatory and company EH&S rules and requirements.\nReport to supervision conditions or practices that are either unsafe or that may adversely impact the environment, to ensure prompt resolution of potential hazards.\nAttend scheduled EH&S training program.\nActively support the organization’s efforts to meet or exceed EH&S goals and plans.\nRecommend improved EH&S practices.\nMust maintain regular and consistent attendance.\nThis Job Description is to serve as a guide. It is intended to be flexible and will continue to evolve over time with business needs and demands and may be updated periodically and at the Company’s discretion. Nothing in this position description changes or is intended to change the employment at-will relationship with the Company or the terms of any collective bargaining agreement. Employment at-will means that an employee or the Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason or no reason at all, with or without notice.\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nFuelCell Energy is an equal-opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and safe work environment for people of all backgrounds.\nWe offer a competitive compensation package as well as comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life/disability insurance, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase plan, and generous paid leave.\nThe successful candidate is required to complete a drug screen, criminal background check, and employment and education verification.\nFuelCell Energy, Inc. is committed to ensuring that its application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all U.S. job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please send an email with your resume to  or contact us by calling 860-496-2222. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.\nNOTE: This dedicated phone line and email address are designed exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be acknowledged. A response to your request may take up to two business days.\nNo agency submissions please. Resumes submitted to any FuelCell Energy employee without a current, signed and valid contract in place with the FuelCell Energy Recruiting team for this position will become the property of FuelCell Energy and no agency fees will be paid.\nFor more information about FuelCell Energy and our available openings, please visit our website: https://www.fuelcellenergy.com/careers\nWe thank all candidates for their interest in a career with FuelCell Energy. 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