WCL · 2 hours ago
Shot Peening Process Development Engineer
Greenville, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$48/hr - $55/hr
3+ years expWCL Group is a Fortune 500 global leader in energy technology focused on producing cleaner, more reliable power. They are seeking a Shot Peening Process Development Engineer to develop and optimize motion paths for dual-axis gantry machines, ensure peening intensity, and lead process improvement projects.
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Responsibilities
Develop and optimize multi-axis motion paths for IPS dual 4-axis gantry machines using Fanuc 30i-B controllers. Utilize "teach-in" modes and manual G-code entry to program complex geometries including turbine wheel dovetail slots and other profiles
Create and substantiate saturation curves (4-point minimum) to determine saturation time (1T) and ensure peening intensity falls within specified ranges
Configure and calibrate critical machine parameters including air pressure, turntable RPM, nozzle distance/angles, and shot flow rates via MagnaValve controllers
Perform 100% coverage validation. Conduct magnified inspections (up to 25x) to identify and prevent surface defects such as bulges, rolled edges, or over-peening on critical thin edges and radii
Oversee shot classification and maintenance to ensure media meets fracture count and size distribution requirements for Cast Steel or Conditioned Cut Wire media
Provide expert guidance on fixturing design and masking strategies to protect non-peen areas while allowing for proper "fadeout" in transition zones
Act as the primary trainer for production operators and other engineers
Generate and support workstation instructions (methods) for CNC related issues
Initiate and lead process improvement projects to improve safety, quality, cost and delivery
Provide effective communication to appropriate team members when needed
Work effectively as an individual and in a team-based environment in a matrixed organization
Work effectively in a fast-paced environment while embracing and driving positive change inside and outside the organization when appropriate
Primary 1st shift coverage with flexibility to support development or training needs during off-shift hours
Qualification
Required
3–5 years of specialized experience in automated shot peening, preferably in an aerospace or heavy industrial gas turbine OEM environment
Proven ability to program Fanuc-based CNC machines and work with process control software (e.g., IPS CIMCAP)
Deep understanding of Almen strip handling, intensity measurement, and the mathematical derivation of saturation curves
Company
WCL
WCL provides consulting such as portfolio prioritization, readiness assessment, and training for private, public, and non-profit sectors.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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