Process Engineer

The Process Engineer is responsible for developing and maintaining automated processes and equipment.

• Lead development, implementation, and optimization of automated manufacturing processes, including but limited to robotics, PLC‑controlled systems, and metric tracking
• Design, specify, and deploy automation fixtures, tooling, and custom equipment to improve safety, quality, throughput, and cost
• Specify and standardize controls, sensors, vision systems, robots, conveyors, and other automation equipment
• Drive continuous improvement (CI) initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and data‑driven methodologies to eliminate waste and improve process capability
• Support manufacturing operations by troubleshooting automated equipment, reducing downtime, and improving process robustness
• Serve as a technical resource for maintenance teams, providing training, documentation, and support for automated systems and robotics
• Collaborate with Operations Managers and Manufacturing Engineers to align automation solutions with production targets, staffing models, and business priorities
• Lead and manage capital automation projects, including scope definition, budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and vendor coordination
• Develop and track manufacturing and automation performance metrics (OEE, cycle time, scrap, downtime, MTBF, MTTR) and implement improvement actions
• Support new product introductions (NPI) by working with product and engineering teams to ensure designs are manufacturable and automation‑ready
• Evaluate and implement emerging automation and robotics technologies to maintain competitiveness and improve manufacturing efficiency
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and internal engineering guidelines for automated equipment
• Help manufacturing engineers develop standard work for automated processes
• Help develop process improvements through data tracking and analysis
• Analyze downtime, changeover losses, and process interruptions and lead cross‑functional actions to reduce impact

• Bachelor's degree in a related engineering discipline from an accredited university
• At least five (5) years’ experience in robotics, automation, or a related position
• Perform tasks with minimal direction
• Communicate well verbally and in writing to all levels of the business
• Experienced in Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Power BI
• Ability to manage and perform more than one major task simultaneously
• Some PLC programming preferred
• Must be able to work in small team environments where responsibilities are limited by personal willingness to grow

Wage Range: $77,998 - $111,425

• Annual bonus potential
• Insurance (life, medical, dental, vision)
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Tuition reimbursement
• Smoke‑free, drug‑free workplace

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at