Process Engineer I

Bosch Group • Lincolnshire, IL

19h • Hybrid

About The Position

Hydraforce is looking for a Process Engineer associate who will focus on optimization, troubleshooting production processes, and improving efficiency, quality, and safety while reducing costs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering preferred or Associates degree in a technical field with 3-5 years of manufacturing experience or HS diploma or equivalency and 6-8 years of manufacturing experience
• Working knowledge and understanding of the basic principles, theories, concepts, and practices in the applicable area of engineering/technical specialization
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Proficient on Microsoft Office Suite
• Commitment to excellence and high standards
• Creative, flexible, and innovative team player

Nice To Haves

• Strong background in process development preferred (new product introduction, establishing/improving manufacturing processes)
• Working knowledge of Minitab, MATLAB, AutoCAD, CAD/CAE software preferred
• Six Sigma and Theory of Constraint knowledge preferred
• Project management experience preferred
• Process mapping, SOP creation experience preffered

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate time studies and Methods-Time Measurement (MTM) analysis across multiple plant locations to establish accurate labor standards and identify efficiency opportunities
• Partner with site teams to prioritize, organize, and execute process improvements identified through Kaizen CoPilot insights
• Drive cross-plant alignment of Lean Manufacturing initiatives, ensuring consistency in tools, metrics, and best practices
• Facilitate continuous improvement events (Kaizen, workshops, and Gemba walks) to eliminate waste and improve operational performance across facilities
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to labor efficiency, cycle time, and productivity improvements across plants
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree