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Process Engineer

Canadian Executive Search Group (USA) Inc / Division of Arrow Group of Companies
Asheville, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 9/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/23/2026

CES/AWS is looking for a Process Engineer for our Automotive Manufacturer Client.

  • Location: near Asheville, NC
  • Salary: $80k-$100k Benefits
  • Shift: Day shift
  • Employment Type: Full-Time/Dire Hire

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Process Engineer to join our manufacturing team. This role will focus on developing, improving, and supporting manufacturing processes for fabrication and assembly while working closely with Production, Quality, Engineering, and suppliers.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with CNC machining, cutting tools, fixtures, process improvement, and lean manufacturing.

What You'll Do

  • Review engineering drawings, specifications, and technical data to determine manufacturing and assembly processes.
  • Develop sequences of operations, process documentation, and operation sheets.
  • Work with Production Planning to establish priorities and ensure tools, fixtures, and documentation are available for production.
  • Support Lean Manufacturing and LPS initiatives.
  • Participate in Advanced Quality Planning (APQP) meetings and support the design of fixtures and tooling.
  • Work with raw material and tooling suppliers to establish engineering requirements for new production.
  • Troubleshoot manufacturing and processing issues and develop effective solutions.
  • Prepare quotations for new jobs, including material, processing, tooling, gauges, and capital costs.
  • Conduct time studies and productivity improvement investigations.
  • Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing processes, efficiency, quality, and cost.
  • Maintain process controls and support quality troubleshooting and continuous improvement.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to successfully launch and improve manufacturing processes.

What We're Looking For

  • 3–5 years of Process/Manufacturing Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering preferred, or equivalent combination of experience, training, and certifications.
  • Strong knowledge of CNC machining, machine processes, cutting tools, fixtures, and special-purpose machinery.
  • Experience interpreting mechanical blueprints and GD&T.
  • Working knowledge of IATF/ISO 16949 and ISO 14001.
  • Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Experience with statistical analysis and manufacturing/process data.
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD, CAD/CAM, and SolidWorks preferred.
  • Strong problem-solving, analytical, communication, and project-management skills.

If you are interested, please apply or send your resume to carmen@canadianexecutivesearch.com

Salary : $80,000 - $100,000

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