Process Engineer

TPI Composites•Newton, IA

25d

About The Position

At TPI, the Process Engineer supports and optimizes BladeAssure technologies within the manufacturing environment. The role monitors system performance, troubleshoots operational issues, supports new technology implementation, and helps ensure standardized processes across the facility. The Process Engineer partners with Production, Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, and other cross-functional teams to improve system reliability, product quality, and operational performance. The position serves as the on-site subject matter expert for BladeAssure technologies and supports process compliance, system effectiveness, and the transition of new processes and technologies to production teams. It also assists with trials, testing, validation, equipment and technology deployment, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role works in both office and manufacturing settings and may require extended time on the production floor and support across multiple shifts as needed. The manufacturing environment may involve required PPE, stairs, platforms, ladders, and varying temperatures, humidity, dust, and smells. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field.
Hands-on experience supporting and optimizing automated manufacturing systems, robotics, electromechanical equipment, pneumatics, motion controls, and industrial automation technologies.
Strong technical knowledge of manufacturing processes, autonomous systems, equipment integration, process controls, PLCs, firmware, safety controllers, CMMS platforms, and condition-based monitoring (CbM) systems.
Ability to troubleshoot complex issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement effective solutions.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while maintaining a focus on safety, quality, cost, and operational performance.
Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills, with attention to detail, accuracy, and documentation control.
Ability to work effectively in office and manufacturing environments, spend extended periods on the production floor, support multiple shifts as needed, wear required PPE, navigate stairs, platforms, and ladders, and work in varying temperatures, humidity, dust, and other typical manufacturing conditions.
Ability to be on the factory floor for long periods, potentially working across shifts at times.

Nice To Haves

Experience customizing PLC programs, system configurations, or CMMS functionality.

Responsibilities

Monitor, support, and ensure the reliable operation of BladeAssure systems throughout the facility.
Troubleshoot system issues, coordinate escalations when necessary, and drive timely resolution of concerns.
Develop and maintain process documentation, including work instructions, quality documents, PFMEAs, inspection plans, and validation records.
Serve as the on-site subject matter expert for BladeAssure technologies, ensuring process compliance and system effectiveness.
Support training, implementation, and transition of new processes and technologies to production teams.
Assist with trials, testing, validation, and deployment of new equipment, technologies, and program enhancements.
Drive process standardization and continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.
Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Production, Supply Chain, and technical experts to identify opportunities to improve performance, reliability, and efficiency.
Track system performance, document findings, and communicate updates, risks, and solutions to leadership and stakeholders.
Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.