The Process Engineer reports to the Manufacturing Unit Technical Leader and is responsible for driving engineering process improvements, capital equipment upgrades, efficiency gains, and cost reduction initiatives. The role supports troubleshooting, equipment design improvements, vendor coordination, and provides technical leadership for continuous improvement and production optimization.
Lead and support capital equipment projects, including design, installation, testing, and validation
Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, cam-driven, and hydraulic systems
Develop engineering specifications, drawings, and calculations
Support plant operations by identifying issues and implementing corrective actions
Manage projects of moderate to large scope, including vendor selection and oversight
Prepare capital expenditure requests; track budgets and timelines
Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements
Maintain documentation including SOPs, change notifications, validation documents, PM schedules, and spare parts lists
Provide training and direction to internal support personnel
Drive efficiency, quality improvement, waste reduction, and process improvement initiatives
Coordinate with R&D, vendors, maintenance, and production teams
Evaluate in-house versus outsourced fabrication options
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Bioengineering preferred
All experience levels considered; compensation aligned with experience
Strong mechanical design and troubleshooting skills
Hands-on experience with manufacturing equipment and capital project execution
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Understanding of engineering safety and compliance standards
Preferred experience in medical device or other regulated manufacturing environments
Experience with cam-driven equipment, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
Experience with equipment validation and documentation
Vendor and contractor management experience
Background in cost reduction and process improvement initiatives