Process Engineer

Trueline•Hartford, CT

19d•Onsite

About The Position

Trueline is seeking a Process Engineer to improve processes across a fast-growing machining operation in the Hartford, Connecticut area. The role focuses on modernizing legacy equipment and helping the site scale as it adds shifts, equipment, and production work. The engineer is expected to take a hands-on, daily presence on the production floor and help the business improve its competitive position. The Process Engineer develops stable, repeatable machining processes for vertical turning lathes (VTLs), mills, and lathes; leads projects from specifications through vendor selection, installation, and production startup; and supports equipment moves, fixture and tooling design, first-article runs, process documentation, and production troubleshooting. The position also contributes to lean and Industry 4.0 initiatives. The site supports commercial aviation, defense, and space programs and is projected to become a $100 million operation within three years. The role is onsite in the Hartford, CT area, with a first-shift salaried schedule. Compensation is $90,000–$115,000 depending on experience, with flexibility for an exceptional candidate, plus a 5% bonus opportunity.

Requirements

Mid-level process or manufacturing engineering experience in a CNC machining environment.
Hands-on knowledge of CNC turning and milling processes.
Strong GD&T and blueprint interpretation skills.
A track record of measurable process improvements.
Experience managing equipment, tooling, or process projects through implementation.
A hands-on approach and willingness to work on the production floor every day.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
U.S. person status (U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident) to satisfy ITAR requirements.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology, or equivalent experience.
Ability to work onsite in the Hartford, CT area.

Nice To Haves

Aerospace, defense, or precision machining experience.
Experience with large-part turning or ring work.
Mastercam or Siemens NX experience.
Experience retrofitting or modernizing older machine tools.
Experience with equipment relocations or plant layout projects.
Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience.
Fixture and tooling design experience.
Experience with ERP systems such as Infor LN or Baan.

Responsibilities

Drive process improvements that reduce cycle time, scrap, and cost while improving quality and throughput.
Modernize older and legacy equipment to meet current standards.
Support equipment relocation projects and redistribute work across the site by specialty.
Help the operation scale to support additional shifts and increasing production volume.
Develop stable, repeatable machining processes for VTLs, mills, and lathes using production data.
Lead projects from initial specifications through vendor selection, installation, and production startup.
Prepare capital expenditure requests with technical analysis and cost justification.
Develop routings, time standards, and process documentation.
Support fixture and tooling design and first-article runs.
Partner with Quality to maintain process capability and apply GD&T requirements on the production floor.
Troubleshoot manufacturing issues with machinists and production leaders.
Lead continuous improvement efforts as part of lean and Industry 4.0 initiatives.

Benefits

5% bonus opportunity.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one, with a choice of PPO and high-deductible plans.
HSA with company contributions on the high-deductible plan.
Wellness program that lowers medical premiums when the employee completes an annual preventive exam.
401(k) eligibility on day one, with a company match of 3% on the first 6% contributed.
PTO available for immediate use, plus a floating holiday.
Tuition reimbursement of up to $3,000 per year.
Disability and voluntary life insurance.
Structured 30-60-90 day onboarding plan with a buddy system.
First-shift, salaried schedule.