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Process Engineering Specialist — Forms Surfaces | Glenshaw, PA
At Forms Surfaces, we unite innovation and craftsmanship to create design solutions that enhance the way people live, work, and connect with their environments. From airports and city parks to universities, offices, and restaurants, our products shape spaces across the globe — indoors, outdoors, and everywhere in between.
We’re seeking a Process Engineering Specialist to join our Pittsburgh manufacturing team in Glenshaw, PA. This role supports day-to-day process engineering operations and collaborates across departments to drive innovation, efficiency, and quality throughout our production floor. You’ll be working at the intersection of design and manufacturing — where creativity meets precision.
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM
Compensation: Competitive, commensurate with experience
Experience Required: 3–4 years in a manufacturing environment
What You’ll Do
At Forms Surfaces, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to some of the most visually and technically compelling architectural products in the world. You’ll work within a culture that values hands-on creativity, continuous learning, and collaboration — and you’ll see your ideas move quickly from concept to reality.
Benefits include:
About Forms Surfaces
Forms Surfaces is a global leader in the design and manufacture of architectural products used in public spaces worldwide. Our mission: combine advanced manufacturing with timeless design to create environments that inspire.
If you’re a motivated problem-solver with a passion for process improvement and craftsmanship, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and help shape the future of design and manufacturing.
Forms Surfaces is an Equal Opportunity Employer-minorities/ females/veterans/individuals with disabilities /sexual orientation/gender identity.
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At Forms Surfaces, we unite innovation and craftsmanship to create design solutions that enhance the way people live, work, and connect with their environments. From airports and city parks to universities, offices, and restaurants, our products shape spaces across the globe — indoors, outdoors, and everywhere in between.
We’re seeking a Process Engineering Specialist to join our Pittsburgh manufacturing team in Glenshaw, PA. This role supports day-to-day process engineering operations and collaborates across departments to drive innovation, efficiency, and quality throughout our production floor. You’ll be working at the intersection of design and manufacturing — where creativity meets precision.
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM
Compensation: Competitive, commensurate with experience
Experience Required: 3–4 years in a manufacturing environment
What You’ll Do
- Collaborate with the Process Engineering and Continuous Improvement teams to design and develop fixtures, tooling, and ergonomic solutions that enhance quality, speed, and repeatability
- Support facility improvements — from lighting, transportation rigs, and racking systems to integration of new equipment and layouts
- Partner directly with shop-floor teams to implement and validate process improvements in real time
- Manage internal job orders and documentation related to assigned projects and improvements
- Perform data extraction and analysis from the ERP system and time studies to identify inefficiencies and bottlenecks
- Apply and promote Lean manufacturing principles to improve workflow, reduce waste, and increase throughput
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
- 3–4 years of experience in process improvement, fixture/tool design, or related engineering support within a manufacturing setting
- Strong proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD for 2D/3D modeling and design detailing
- Understanding of sheet metal fabrication, welding, and finishing processes
- Technical aptitude for concept design, material selection, and hardware/fastener specification
- Experience with reverse engineering or replicating failed or legacy components
- Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills — able to translate ideas between engineering, production, and leadership teams
- Solid Modeling & Design Detailing: Proficient in creating precise 2D and 3D models for fabrication and assembly. (SolidWorks Preferred)
- Process Analysis & Optimization: Skilled at identifying inefficiencies through data, time studies, and workflow observation
- Fixture & Tooling Design: Experience developing jigs, fixtures, and ergonomic aids that improve repeatability and operator comfort
- Lean & Continuous Improvement: Knowledge of Lean principles, 5S, and waste reduction techniques in a production environment
- Manufacturing Knowledge: Strong understanding of fabrication processes including laser cutting, forming, welding, and finishing
- ERP Data Analysis: Ability to extract and interpret production data to support process improvement initiatives
- Technical Communication: Capable of producing clear, detailed drawings, work instructions, and process documentation
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Comfortable working alongside production, maintenance, and engineering teams to deliver results
- Hands-On Mentality: Willingness to be on the floor testing, prototyping, and implementing solutions directly
- Creative Problem Solving: A blend of analytical thinking and inventive design sensibility to balance efficiency and craftsmanship
At Forms Surfaces, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to some of the most visually and technically compelling architectural products in the world. You’ll work within a culture that values hands-on creativity, continuous learning, and collaboration — and you’ll see your ideas move quickly from concept to reality.
Benefits include:
- 401(k) with employer match
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Paid time off and holidays
- Life insurance and Employee Assistance Program
- CareerTrak advancement program supporting growth, development, and pay progression
About Forms Surfaces
Forms Surfaces is a global leader in the design and manufacture of architectural products used in public spaces worldwide. Our mission: combine advanced manufacturing with timeless design to create environments that inspire.
If you’re a motivated problem-solver with a passion for process improvement and craftsmanship, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and help shape the future of design and manufacturing.
Forms Surfaces is an Equal Opportunity Employer-minorities/ females/veterans/individuals with disabilities /sexual orientation/gender identity.
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