Process Engineer | Automation Support

Poly-Wood LLC • Roxboro, NC

42m • Onsite

About The Position

We’re searching for a Process Engineer | Automation Support who thrives at the intersection of engineering design and hands-on manufacturing. This role is built for someone who doesn’t just design solutions; they build, test, refine, and improve them on the production floor. The Process Engineer is responsible for improving manufacturing efficiency through automation, fixture design, and hands-on process optimization. This role supports production by designing, building, and implementing practical automation solutions that increase throughput, improve repeatability, and reduce manual labor.

This is a highly collaborative, on-site role that blends mechanical design, CAD/CAM programming, fabrication, robotics support, PLC troubleshooting, and 3D printing into real-world manufacturing impact.

At POLYWOOD, engineering is core to how we bring durability, efficiency, and craftsmanship to life. Our Process Engineering team plays a central role in modernizing how our products are built, using smart automation, intelligent fixtures, and thoughtful mechanical design to keep our operations moving forward.

In this role, you’ll contribute directly to the systems and solutions that shape our production capabilities. The fixtures you design, the tools you build, and the improvements you implement will influence how thousands of POLYWOOD products are made every day. Your work strengthens the reliability, safety, and quality that define our brand and ensures our manufacturing operations remain innovative, efficient, and future ready.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline
• 4+ years of experience in process engineering, manufacturing engineering, or automation support
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or equivalent 3D CAD software
• Experience with Mastercam or similar CAD/CAM platforms
• Hands-on experience with CNC mills, CNC routers, and 3D printing equipment
• Ability to work effectively in a production-floor environment
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, materials, and manufacturing processes
• Demonstrated problem-solving and project management skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience programming or troubleshooting industrial robots
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar)
• Background in high-volume manufacturing
• Experience supporting continuous improvement or lean manufacturing initiatives
• Experience retrofitting or improving legacy automation equipment

Responsibilities

• Design automation fixtures, tooling, and mechanical assemblies using SolidWorks
• Develop detailed 3D models, assemblies, and manufacturing drawings
• Program and support CNC machining operations using Mastercam or similar CAD/CAM software
• Utilize 3D printing to develop functional fixtures and tooling solutions
• Collaborate with machinists, fabricators, and production teams to ensure manufacturable, cost-effective designs
• Participate in hands-on fabrication, assembly, installation, and testing of automation solutions
• Manage small to mid-sized projects from concept through implementation
• Identify and execute process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce cost, and improve product consistency
• Troubleshoot and support robotics and PLC-controlled equipment

Benefits

• Opportunity to modernize processes and shape the next chapter of POLYWOOD manufacturing
• Supportive engineering team committed to innovation, craftsmanship, and practical problem solving
• Hands-on, creative work that directly improves how people build and work every day
• Room to experiment, iterate, and build smart solutions that last
• Culture that values curiosity, teamwork, and continuous learning

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level