Process Engineer

ITW • Watertown, WI

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About The Position

The Process Engineer is responsible for defining methods, controls, and quality standards required for the processing, fabrication, and assembly of products. This role involves reviewing part drawings, specifications, and engineering data to ensure processes meet organizational quality, productivity, and cost standards. This individual will play a key role in continuous improvement initiatives, process optimization, and supporting plant operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical, manufacturing, industrial, or related field preferred).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing or process engineering role.
• Experience with FMEA, Control Plan development, and Process Flow documentation.
• Experience with change management (ECNs/Change Requests).
• Proficient in continuous improvement tools and methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.) and familiarity with plant layout and process optimization methodologies.
• Flexible, open-minded team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving capabilities to work effectively in corporate, manufacturing and team environments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficient in Computer assisted design (CAD) proficiency in AutoCAD, or SolidWorks.
• Experience and/or training in safe work environments, capital improvement, and machining or cold metal working.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret part drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation to develop manufacturing processes and quality standards.
• Develop and maintain process documentation including Control Plans, PFMEAs, Process Flows, and detailed operation sheets.
• Design and improve sequences of operations and estimate time requirements for efficient production workflows.
• Evaluate existing processes to identify areas for improvement in productivity, cost reduction, waste elimination, and yield enhancement.
• Participate in and support corrective action implementation, process change requests, and tool maintenance planning.
• Support plant layout design and optimization to ensure efficient material and workflow.
• Conduct data analysis (including OEE, scrap, and cost analysis) to drive decision-making and performance improvement.
• Prepare case studies and justification for process improvement projects and capital expenditure (Capex) requests.
• Contribute to process-related training initiatives and documentation for operators and technical staff.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with production, quality, maintenance, and engineering teams on continuous improvement projects.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Machinery Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree