Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer

Overview

Lead and optimize advanced manufacturing processes, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• automation
• process design
• kpi improvement
• capital projects
• documentation
• cost reduction

Tasks

-Serve as the technical authority in cross-functional teams involving operations, quality, R&D, and supply chain to ensure product manufacturability, scalability, and cost-effectiveness. -Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation including process flow diagrams, SOPs, work instructions, and training guides to ensure consistency and compliance. -Champion cost reduction strategies through design for manufacturability (DFM), value engineering, and process automation. -Drive automation and Industry 4.0 initiatives to enable smart, data-driven manufacturing and improve operational agility. -Facilitate and lead high-impact kaizen events, root cause investigations (RCA), and the implementation of corrective/preventive actions (CAPA). -Own and drive continuous improvement of key performance indicators (KPIs) such as yield, cycle time, scrap rate, and OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness). -Lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced manufacturing processes and production systems across new and existing product lines. -Ensure all processes and equipment meet applicable safety, quality, and regulatory standards (e.g., ISO, UL, OSHA, FDA as applicable). -Lead capital project initiatives including equipment selection, procurement, commissioning, and validation (IQ/OQ/PQ). -Optimize production line layouts, material flow, and takt time using Lean methodologies to increase efficiency and reduce waste.

Requirements

• six sigma
• black belt
• mechanical eng
• automation
• leadership
• cad

What You Bring

-Proven expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Standard Work, process mapping, and statistical process control (SPC). -Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering; Master’s degree or advanced technical certifications (e.g., Lean Six Sigma Black Belt) strongly preferred. -Strategic thinker with a continuous improvement mindset and a passion for driving operational excellence. -7–10+ years of progressive experience in a manufacturing engineering role, ideally within high-volume or complex electromechanical production environments. -Demonstrated hands-on experience with automation systems, robotics, PLCs, machine vision, or other Industry 4.0 technologies. -Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills, with a track record of cross-functional collaboration and mentoring junior engineers. -Proficient with CAD software, ERP systems, and manufacturing execution systems (MES); experience with digital manufacturing tools and data analytics is a plus. -Demonstrated career ambition with a track record of growth and increasing responsibility; highly promotable with the potential to take on broader leadership roles within a fast-paced, high-growth organization

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About Industrial Electric Mfg. (Iem)

-Early adoption of CAD/CAM fabrication in 1979. -Supplies electrical distribution and switchgear to tech giants like HP and Apple. -Subsidiary IEM Power Systems offers turnkey power solutions worldwide.

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