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Job description
The Process Engineer is responsible for developing or modifying manufacturing processes to increase product performance, improve manufacturing efficiency and boost profits. This position works closely with design engineers, equipment vendors, program managers, marketing, and quality engineers to support the development of new electromechanical products. They are responsible for providing the overall process design and suggesting measures to improve product design for manufacturability. This includes the development of new equipment and process flows as well as developing cost estimates for labor and capital. They will also provide ongoing sustaining support to production lines at our global make sites.
General Responsibilities
Key participant in the development of new production processes and/or adapt existing production processes for assembly, calibration and testing
Define specifications for production equipment and interact with mechanization (in house) and/or equipment suppliers to ensure equipment will meet specifications
Key participant in global new product development project teams to enable successful launch of new products
Collaborate with other departments on process specifications, quality aspects, product specifications and continuity of equipment
Influence product designs during new product development phase to ensure economical and defect free manufacture
Developing new or improved manufacturing and testing processes that are necessary to achieve the performance and cost requirements of future device applications
Organize the arranging of sample lines and process development equipment
Key participant in advanced quality planning activities
Coordinates all functional requirements, the reviewing of designs and debugging /qualifying new high volume assembly /test equipment or tooling
Transferring knowledge to make site personnel
Support improvement projects to reduce cycle time, defects and manufacturing costs
Work with suppliers and contract manufacturers to ensure processes are capable, have sufficient controls in place, can meet out delivery requirements, and meet our cost targets
Evaluate technical capabilities including tooling design, build experience, maintenance program, processes and process controls, cell automation- if required, quality control systems, and material knowledge
Experience / Qualifications
A university degree required (i.e. Bachelors degree) or equivalent relevant work experience
Must be a team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demands
Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation
Strong organization, planning and time management skills to achieve results
Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity
Holds self-accountable to achieving goals and standards
Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
Strong interpersonal & collaboration skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization including suppliers and/or external customers
Demonstrated experience in manufacturing process development and New Product Introduction (NPI), with responsibility for transitioning new products from design to volume production.
Proven ability to develop, qualify, and industrialize assembly, calibration, and test processes for electromechanical products in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles, with experience partnering closely with Product Development, Quality, and Operations teams to ensure manufacturability and scalable production processes.
Hands-on experience with manufacturing equipment qualification, process validation, and production readiness activities, including the development of process documentation, work instructions, and control plans.
Track record of driving process capability improvements, yield enhancement, cycle-time reduction, and manufacturing cost optimization through data-driven problem solving and continuous improvement methodologies.
Experience supporting product launches and ramp-up activities, including troubleshooting production issues, implementing corrective actions, and ensuring stable manufacturing performance.
Familiarity with electromechanical products, sensors, automotive components, or related industrial products is highly preferred.
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