Process Engineer

Director at Willcox Matthews Ltd - Providing Technical & Engineering Recruitment Services across the USA & Europe

As a Process Engineer, you’ll work directly with manufacturing, quality, and product engineering teams to improve process capability, reduce variation, and strengthen the performance and reliability of our products. This is a key technical role within the facility where we produce high integrity components for demanding applications – including medical device, aerospace, and various other industries.

This position is ideal for a mechanical or manufacturing engineer early in their career who enjoys solving complex manufacturing problems, working on the shop floor, and driving measurable improvements.

$85,000.00/yr - $92,500.00/yr

• Own and improve process control across key foundry operations (wax, shell building, casting, heat treat, finishing, and inspection).
• Develop and implement improved control methods such as automation, sensor systems, poke‑yoke, SPC, and other error‑proofing strategies.
• Reduce process variation and improve yield through structured problem‑solving and statistical methods.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, repeatability, and cycle time.
• Investigate production issues using Why‑Why, fishbone diagrams, and other structured problem‑solving tools.
• Design and execute process trials, evaluate results statistically, and recommend next steps based on data.
• Support internal and external corrective actions and preventative actions.
• Participate in PFMEA development with cross‑functional teams.
• Develop and refine raw material specifications (wax, ceramics, alloys) based on process needs.
• Research, evaluate, and implement new equipment, inspection technologies, and manufacturing techniques.
• Support Product Engineering during new product introductions, ensuring robust process control for new designs.
• Define and update standard operating procedures, work instructions, and process documentation.
• Support IQ/OQ/PQ validations for new equipment, materials, and process changes.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering;
  Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• 1–5 years of experience in a technical role within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving skills and a strong mechanical/technical aptitude.
• Familiarity with statistical tools and data analysis techniques.
• Simulation experience (FEA, CFD, or similar)
• Experience with GD&T and measurement systems.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and technical presentation skills.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. on a full‑time basis.
• Investment casting experience (preferred)

Associate

Full‑time

Engineering and Manufacturing

Manufacturing

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Pension plan
• Disability insurance

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