Job Title:

MaterialsProcess Engineer

Department:

Technology Operations

Reports to:

Technology Group Division Manager

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Prepared Date:

February 2026

MANUFACTURING PROCESS ENGINEER POSITION SUMMARY:

The process engineer position is responsible for enhancing the manufacturing process flow with lean manufacturing principles. This position will produce products and develop processes to ensure quality, cost, and efficiency requirements are met. This position troubleshoots problems with production and takes corrective action. Based on data gathered and expertise, the process engineer will also identify and recommend the most appropriate material and manufacturing principles for specific applications.

MANUFACTURING PROCESS ENGINEER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Monitor and improve the efficiency, output, and safety of manufacturing processes through observations, measurements, data collection, and from other technical and operating personnel.

Evaluate, implement, monitor processes and operating systems for the manufacturing of products.
Create/edit/maintain necessary standard operating procedures within the company.
Assess labor and material variance within the production facilities.
Data collection of part labor times, material scrap, and streamlining of job processes.

Collaborates with process engineers as part of a development and fabrication team to create fixtures, tooling, and improvements to shop floors.
Observes or participates in product testing process as appropriate.
Technical layout designs for shop equipment inputs and building grounds.
Support the conversion of small-scale processes into commercially viable large-scale operations.
Work closely with others for quality control of raw materials.
Collaborates with appropriate production and process staff to understand the material and manufacturing specifications sought for a particular application or product.
Estimating shop job costs to representatives for accurate manufacturing costs.
Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

MANUFACTURING PROCESS ENGINEER COMPETENCIES:

Problem Solving/Analysis

Technical Capacity

Communication Profeciency

Initiative

MANUFACTURING PROCESS ENGINEER SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

MANUFACTURING PROCESS ENGINEER POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. (may vary depending on business needs).

MANUFACTURING PROCESS ENGINEER EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, process engineering, manufacturing engineering, or chemical engineering; master’s degree desirable.
At least three years of experience either as a manufacturing engineer, process engineer, or relative experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
May be required to travel to and navigate a variety of sites for process implementation.

MANUFACTURING PROCESS ENGINEER ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills with the proven ability to fully understand customers’ requirements.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a development team.

Proficient with SolidWorks, AutoCAD Mechanical, Autodesk Inventor, Lucid chart.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software and software used in product testing and documentation.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation details: 80000 Yearly Salary

ACO Group

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