Process Engineer Jobs

Job Summary:

The process engineer applies knowledge of materials, engineering theory, and methods to design, integrate, and improve manufacturing systems or related processes. The position may work with commercial or industrial designers to refine product designs to increase producibility and decrease costs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Apply continuous improvement methods such as lean manufacturing to enhance manufacturing quality, reliability, or cost-effectiveness
• Review product designs for manufacturability and completeness
• Train production personnel in new or existing methods
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned (includes all non-essential or non-major activities)
• Read current literature, talk with colleagues, participate in educational programs, attend meetings, attend workshops, or participate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in the field
• Perform and/or lead initial installation of production equipment as well as mechanical adjustments and controls set-up
• Design testing methods and test finished products or process capabilities to establish standards or validate process requirements
• Coordinate interactions with equipment suppliers and prepare and present cost/benefit analyses
• Create and maintain all required documentation for internal and customer process approvals
• Communicate manufacturing capabilities, or other information to facilitate production processes
• Design layout of equipment or workspaces to achieve maximum efficiency
• Estimate costs, production times, or staffing requirements for new designs
• Manage interdepartmental project activities related to engineering, process changes, and NPI
• Investigate or resolve operational problems such as material use variances and bottlenecks
• Provide input for department KPI's/G&O's and budget planning
• Optimize throughput, process capability, and uptime of production processes
• Prepare reports summarizing information or trends related to manufacturing performance
• Participate as a member of the core team assigned to an area to troubleshoot technical problems quickly and effectively

Minimum Level of Education, Training, and Experience Required:

• Working knowledge of SolidWorks or AutoCAD for jig, fixture and small assembly design
• Bachelors' Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or related Engineering field
• 1.5 years’ experience in an engineer role in a manufacturing environment preferred

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong mechanical knowledge and problem solving skills
• Knowledge of assembly processes
• Knowledge of process improvement processes
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles
• Self-motivated and self-directed with good scheduling skills
• Proficient use of MS Office
• Ability to work in a team environment to create solutions and keep project schedules

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) matching
• Retirement plan
• Relocation assistance
• Employee assistance program
• Professional development assistance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Parental leave
• Referral program

Annual Salary: $55,400-$69,300