Process Engineer; Manufacturing

Position: Process Engineer (Manufacturing)
About the Role We are looking for an experienced Process Engineer to join our engineering team supporting commercial manufacturing. In this role, you will work in a dynamic, cross-functional environment to sustain and improve manufacturing processes, equipment, and product quality.  Process Engineers play a critical role in ensuring stable, efficient, and scalable manufacturing operations. This includes hands-on troubleshooting, continuous improvement, and leading technical projects that deliver measurable business impact.

This position will be located at our facility in Flagstaff, Arizona, with the possibility of a hybrid work arrangement.

Responsibilities Sustain existing manufacturing lines, including maintaining manufacturing fixtures, equipment, and standard operating procedures, with a strong presence on the manufacturing floor

Process Engineers are expected to take ownership of manufacturing performance, which may occasionally require flexibility outside of standard working hours to support a 7-day operation

Ensure manufacturing processes meet performance targets by improving efficiency, reducing cost, and minimizing manufacturing loss by applying Lean manufacturing principles, good manufacturing practices (GMP), and Six Sigma methodologies to eliminate waste and variation

Lead engineering projects from concept through implementation, tracking progress, communicating status to stakeholders, and resolving obstacles

Design, build, and/or provide technical input on fixtures, equipment, and tools to improve safety, ergonomics, quality, and efficiency

Troubleshoot manufacturing and assembly issues by analyzing data, identifying root causes, and implementing effective, timely solutions

Conduct equipment and process validations, qualifications, and verifications in support of production and regulatory requirements

Partner cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to drive solutions and sustain performance

Contribute to a collaborative, inclusive, and respectful team environment

Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and minimum of 3 years of experience supporting a manufacturing environment

Demonstrated experience with continuous improvement

Strong application of engineering fundamentals and statistical tools for process development, optimization, and troubleshooting

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects concurrently, delivering results against timelines and commitments

Ability to work independently and collaboratively, including influencing across functions

Demonstrated ability to identify critical issues, perform root cause analysis, and apply risk-based decision making

Strong technical communication skills, including documenting and presenting technical work Willingness to work in a hands-on manufacturing environment

Ability to travel up to ~5%
Desired Qualifications Minimum 5 years of experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (e.g., medical device, pharmaceutical, aerospace, or similar)
Applied experience using Lean, Six Sigma or other similar methodologies for process improvement

Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and hands-on ability troubleshooting, maintaining, and optimizing manufacturing equipment