Process Engineer

Core Expectations & Responsibilities

• Run engineering trials to determine optimal equipment recipes and operating windows.
• Own the parameter definition required to transition processes from development to stable, high-volume production.
• Identify the best ways to operate manufacturing equipment to maximize yield, improve throughput, and minimize scrap.
• Monitor OEE results and station cycle times to drive continuous improvement.
• Lead Gage R&R studies and capability studies (Cpk analysis) to ensure equipment and measurement systems are capable of meeting tight product specifications.
• Lead and own the PFMEA (Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) for your designated process steps to proactively identify and mitigate product and process risks.
• Provide hands-on support during production startup, helping operators stabilize processes and eliminate early bottlenecks.
• Dedicate time to reviewing physical product quality at the station level, mapping defects back to root causes in the machinery or process settings.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards across all process activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline with 3+ years of experience.
• Deep expertise running DoEs (Design of Experiments), Gage R&R studies, and statistical process control (SPC) to optimize high-precision manufacturing processes.
• Expert-level experience authoring and developing standard manufacturing documents (PFMEA, Control Plans, Work Instructions, and Process Flows).
• Proven track record of designing and running on-floor production trials to dial in complex equipment parameters without causing excessive downtime.

Desired Skills

• Experience specifically in heavy industrial manufacturing, metallurgy, magnetics, or chemical processing.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Familiarity with MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) implementation and automated transaction mapping.
• Experience in highly regulated industries such as Defense (DoD), Aerospace (AS9100), or Automotive (IATF 16949).

Physical and Environmental Requirements

• The position requires regular presence on the production floor and the ability to navigate all areas of the facility.
• Candidates must be able to climb stairs, stand and walk for extended periods, and work in environments that may be hot, humid, or noisy.
• The role also requires the use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, and adherence to all applicable safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Employees must be able to complete required fit testing, wear appropriate PPE for the duration of assigned tasks, and respond safely to changing conditions within the production environment.