Senior Process Engineer

Copperweld•Fayetteville, TN

31d•Onsite

About The Position

Copperweld is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to lead complex process optimization projects and improve operational efficiency across its manufacturing operations. The role focuses on ensuring process safety, scalability, reliability, and performance to meet customer expectations and operational targets, while helping develop junior engineers. The position is primarily plant-based, with regular time on the production floor around operating equipment, noise, and heat. Required PPE must be worn in production areas, and occasional travel to other Copperweld facilities may be needed.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, Materials, Metallurgical, or Manufacturing Engineering.
At least 7 years of process engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, with a track record of measurable results.
Hands-on experience with Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen.
Experience with process control systems, automation, and statistical data analysis tools such as Minitab or JMP.
Experience managing capital projects, including cost justification and vendor management.
Ability to manage several projects at once and prioritize in a fast-paced plant setting.
Clear communication skills and ability to work effectively with people from operators to senior leadership.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CAD software.
Must wear required PPE in production areas.
Successful candidates must pass drug screening and background checks.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred.
Green or Black Belt certification preferred.
PLC experience is a plus.
Process simulation experience is a plus.
Wire and cable, metals, or continuous-process manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead process improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, and other structured methods to reduce scrap, downtime, and cost while improving quality and throughput.
Analyze and optimize production processes, including wire drawing, cladding/bonding, annealing, and stranding.
Lead root cause analysis on complex process and quality issues and implement lasting corrective actions.
Develop process controls, monitoring systems, and KPIs to track performance and sustain improvements.
Manage capital projects, including automation and equipment upgrades, from justification and scoping through startup, on time and on budget.
Lead the introduction of new processes, products, and technologies into production.
Partner with Production, Quality, Maintenance, EHS, and Sales to align improvements with business and customer needs.
Mentor and train junior engineers and technicians.
Ensure processes meet safety, environmental, and industry requirements.
Bring outside best practices and new technologies into operations.
Perform other duties as assigned.