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Wieland

Global supplier of semi-finished copper products

Process Engineer

Full-TimeDeadline 4/13/27
No salary listed
Mid
Bachelor's
Pine Hall, NC, USA
In Person
Manufacturing & Process EngineeringProcess Engineering

About the job

Requirements
  • Learn all machine functions and process flow of the assigned area and corresponding quality requirements.
  • Become a subject matter expert for the technical and quality aspects of the assigned area, including optimizing, developing, and implementing Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Analyze, record, and maintain process data for future reference.
  • Identify, design, and implement workflow optimization according to quality requirements to boost productivity, increase machine uptime, and eliminate the eight wastes according to Lean Manufacturing principles.
  • Lead continuous improvement and implement cost-reduction activities.
  • Develop and deliver training on new and revised Standard Operating Procedures to department trainers.
  • Utilize problem-solving and statistical tools, such as A3 and Six Sigma techniques, to resolve processing and quality issues.
  • Have experience with Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis.
  • Participate in the development and execution of equipment installation and operational qualifications to achieve expected process capability.
  • Work to minimize repairs and maintenance through collaboration on Preventive Maintenance activities.
  • Have 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment involving mechanical and/or production processes, quality assurance, Lean Manufacturing, and Six Sigma.
  • Have a bachelor's degree; Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Materials Science Engineering is preferred.
  • Be flexible, people-oriented, and able to work in a team environment.
  • Possess strong analytical and decision-making skills that support the development of creative solutions.
  • Be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment and multitask complex projects efficiently.
  • Be able to support operating goals and execute process-improvement projects, including defining, developing, and documenting requirements.
  • Have experience with project planning, meeting deadlines, and staying within budget.
  • Have knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Desired Qualifications
  • A bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Materials Science Engineering is preferred.
  • Experience with Microsoft Access, SQL, and Minitab is preferred.

About the company

Wieland is a leading supplier of semi-finished copper and copper alloy products. It operates a global network of production sites, service and trading companies, offering a broad portfolio of products, technologies and services from prototype to series production for industries such as automotive, electronics, refrigeration and air conditioning. The company’s high-performance copper materials are used by its business customers to advance future-oriented fields like electromobility, connectivity and urbanisation. Wieland distinguishes itself through long-standing expertise (since 1820), a strong customer focus, technical capability, and a commitment to sustainability. Its goal is to help B2B customers succeed by providing reliable copper solutions for evolving industries and applications.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Neu-Ulm, Germany

Founded

1820

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What believers are saying

  • January 2026 Techni-Cast closed, adding aerospace-certified centrifugal casting capacity in California.
  • Montpelier’s $27 million expansion adds 43 jobs and ammunition ordnance wire capacity.
  • Delaware’s second $15 million facility adds 100 jobs as data-center cooling demand rises.

What critics are saying

  • East Alton’s $500 million build risks overruns and commissioning slippage before February 2025.
  • Wieland’s 2024 EU antitrust defeat shows regulators block consolidation when competition tightens.
  • A failed integration of Techni-Cast, Concast, and Randall would leave overlapping plants and weak synergies.

What makes Wieland unique

  • Wieland owns North American casting, machining, and extrusion after Techni-Cast, Morgan Bronze, Concast, Randall.
  • Its 2026 Delaware heat-exchanger expansion targets data-center cooling, a sticky industrial demand pocket.
  • The 2026 East Alton and Ohio projects deepen domestic copper supply-chain control.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

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Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Wellness Program

Company News

PHCPPros
Oct 13th, 2026
Wieland Acquires Neotiss

The acquisition expands Wieland’s portfolio, engineering capabilities and international presence.

PHCPPros
Jan 7th, 2026
Wieland acquires California centrifugal casting specialist Techni-Cast

Wieland has acquired Techni-Cast LLC, a South Gate, California-based centrifugal-casting foundry. Founded in 1954, the family-owned company operates two production sites with around 100 employees and holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and AS9100 certifications for aerospace suppliers. Techni-Cast offers melting, centrifugal casting, heat treatment and precision machining services. The company's equipment includes CNC machines for tight-tolerance machining and conventional lathes for deburring, enabling delivery of fully processed components for critical applications in demanding markets. Financial terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.

Intelligence360 News
Dec 30th, 2024
Wieland North America Plans Expansion In Pine Hall North Carolina Creating 50 New Jobs.

Wieland North America plans expansion in Pine Hall North Carolina creating 50 new jobs. Wieland North America plans expansion in Pine Hall North Carolina creating 50 new jobs.Pine Hall, North Carolina — According to state and local development sources, Wieland North America plans to invest $27 Million to expand in Pine Hall. The company is creating 50 new jobs at this facility. The company plans to occupy the new space at 3990 US-311 in Pine Hall, on or about July 1, 2025. According to the company website Wieland is one of the worlds leading suppliers of semi-finished copper and copper alloy products. With a global network of production sites, service and trading companies, the company offers a broad product, technology and service portfolio

RiverBender.com
Oct 8th, 2024
Wieland Acquires Morgan Bronze to Enhance Manufacturing Capabilities

EAST ALTON - Wieland, a leading global supplier of copper and copper alloy products, has acquired Morgan Bronze Products, Inc., a manufacturer of precision-machined

Intelligence360 News
Feb 19th, 2024
Wieland North America To Spend $500 Million To Expand In East Alton Illinois.

Wieland North America to spend $500 Million to expand in East Alton Illinois. Wieland North America to spend $500 Million to expand in East Alton Illinois.East Alton, Illinois — According to state and local development sources, Wieland North America plans to invest $500,000,000.00 to build out new space in East Alton. The company plans to occupy the new space at 305 Lewis and Clark Blvd in East Alton, on or about February 1, 2025. According to the company website Wieland is one of the worlds leading suppliers of semi-finished copper and copper alloy products. With a global network of production sites, service and trading companies, the company offers a broad product, technology and service portfolio. From prototype to series production, Wieland develops solutions for automotive, electronics, refrigeration, air conditioning and other industries