Process Engineer

A growing manufacturing company in the Clarksburg, WV area is seeking a Process Engineer to support manufacturing operations, new product and process implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

This position will work closely with manufacturing and cross-functional teams to identify and resolve process and product issues, develop improvements, and support projects from planning through implementation. The ideal candidate will be hands-on and comfortable working directly on the manufacturing floor, particularly with machining and production processes.

Responsibilities:

• Manage projects related to new products and new or improved manufacturing processes.
• Communicate project status, roadblocks, and progress to appropriate team members.
• Plan project tasks, establish deadlines, and coordinate resources to meet project objectives.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve process and product problems.
• Analyze manufacturing processes and develop and implement corrective actions and improvements.
• Work directly with production personnel to troubleshoot manufacturing and machining-related issues.
• Be hands-on in the manufacturing environment and work directly with equipment, processes, and production teams.
• Develop and deploy process improvements to improve quality, efficiency, productivity, and cost.
• Utilize CAD to develop, modify, and interpret drawings and other technical documentation.
• Support machining-related processes, including tooling, fixtures, equipment, and process adjustments.
• Interface with customers, vendors, and internal departments as needed.
• Work collaboratively with manufacturing, engineering, quality, and other cross-functional teams.
• Adapt to changing priorities and work independently to move projects and processes forward.
• Travel may be required on a limited basis.

Qualifications:

• Four-year degree in Engineering or a related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 5 years of mechanical/process engineering or equivalent experience preferred; entry-level candidates with strong applicable experience may be considered.
• Hands-on experience with machining or machining processes is required.
• CAD experience is required, with CAD certification strongly preferred/required.
• Experience working directly in a manufacturing environment and with production equipment.
• Experience with glass cutting, seaming, machining, screen printing, or similar manufacturing processes is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to identify root causes and develop effective solutions.
• Ability to prioritize and adapt in a controlled manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across departments.
• Strong judgment and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating with a cross-functional team.
• Strong attention to detail and visual acuity required for the position.
• Proficiency with CAD software.
• Must be comfortable being a hands-on engineer and spending significant time on the manufacturing floor rather than working solely in an office environment.
• Demonstrated integrity, reliability, and professionalism.

You should be proficient in:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
• CAD Software
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
• Constraint Management
• Gantt Charts
• Resource Maps