Manufacturing/Process Engineer

When you join the Sandalwood team, you’ll join an engaging and inclusive group with a mission to help our customers identify, assess, and reduce work-related risks to quality, productivity, and employee health.

Sandalwood Engineering and Ergonomics is seeking an experienced Manufacturing/Process Engineer to support a comprehensive range of engineering activities across multiple facilities. This role will play a critical part in the full manufacturing lifecycle—from process design and equipment procurement through validation, launch, and continuous improvement. The Manufacturing/Process Engineer will collaborate closely with design teams, global partners, and the Lead Engineer to ensure robust, efficient, and high-quality production processes.

Process Engineering & Development

• Develop, optimize, and document stable manufacturing processes.
• Produce and maintain Process Flow Diagrams, work instructions, and SOPs.
• Create and modify 2D/3D CAD drawings for tooling, fixtures, and layout designs.
• Evaluate workforce utilization, space requirements, and workflow for peak efficiency.

Equipment Procurement & Installation

• Support schedule tracking and management for equipment design, build, and implementation.
• Develop detailed equipment specifications based on product and safety requirements.
• Oversee installation and commissioning of new manufacturing equipment.

Process Validation & Quality Assurance

• Contribute to the development and review of PFMEAs, Control Plans, SCCAF, Error Proofing Matrices, Reaction Plans, SPC plans, and other quality documentation.
• Support execution of IQ/OQ/PQ validation protocols and summary reports.

Troubleshooting & Continuous Improvement

• Perform root cause analysis and drive corrective/preventive actions.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, quality, cost reduction, and waste elimination.

Product Launch Support

• Provide on-the-floor support during pilot, pre-production, and ramp-up builds.
• Identify and resolve manufacturing issues during launch activities.
• Prepare and distribute daily metrics and progress reports.

• Equipment specification packages
• Procurement/installation project plans and status reports
• Completed IQ/OQ/PQ validation documentation
• Support PFMEA and Control Plan documentation
• Version-controlled CAD drawings
• Updated work instructions and SOPs
• Root cause analysis reports
• Launch progress and continuous improvement reports

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.

Experience

• 5–7 years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role.
• Proven experience in process development, equipment procurement, and installation.
• Experience with process validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) in a regulated industry preferred.
• Hands-on involvement in new product launches from early concept to mass production.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with AutoCAD for 2D/3D drawings and layout development.
• Strong capability in PFMEA development, Control Plans, and related quality methodologies.
• Skilled in root cause analysis and problem-solving tools.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methods.

Travel

• Travel is estimated at 25% on average, with up to 10% being international travel

• During peak launch times, travel requirements may increase to up to 70%.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work on-site daily at designated automotive facilities.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively during peak launch phases.
• Strong cross-functional communication skills, including coordination with global teams across time zones.
• Ability to participate in daily project alignment check-ins and report directly to the Lead Engineer.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Profit Sharing
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development