Senior Process Engineer

Motus Integrated Technologies • Spartanburg, SC

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About The Position

Motus is seeking a hands-on, strategic Senior Process Engineer to lead manufacturing initiatives and advance plant performance in Spartanburg, South Carolina. The role leads complex process improvements, supports new product launches, optimizes manufacturing systems, and champions Lean Manufacturing to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance. It works cross-functionally with operations, engineering, quality, maintenance, supply chain, program management, and leadership, while mentoring engineering and technical team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or an equivalent STEM-based degree.
• 8–12+ years of Process or Manufacturing Engineering experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex process improvement and manufacturing optimization initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience supporting new product launches, process validation, and capital equipment procurement and industrialization.
• Proficiency with CAD software such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, tooling, materials, automation, and production workflows.
• Experience analyzing manufacturing data and using it to drive decisions.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Automotive industry experience; automotive or Tier 1 manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Direct or indirect people management experience, including performance management, strategic objective setting, growth and development planning, and mentorship.
• Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing certification.
• Experience with APQP, PFMEA, control plans, and structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Exposure to automation, robotics, and advanced manufacturing technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing process improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, efficiency, and cost reduction.
• Develop, optimize, and standardize manufacturing processes, workflows, and tooling.
• Serve as a technical leader and subject matter expert for manufacturing and assembly operations and process engineering.
• Troubleshoot critical production and process quality issues and implement sustainable corrective and preventive actions.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and improve process stability.
• Lead manufacturing readiness for new product launches, including process development, PFMEA support, tooling, equipment implementation, and process validation.
• Analyze manufacturing and quality data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Support capital equipment projects from concept development and justification through implementation and industrialization.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Program Management to resolve operational challenges.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, standard work, and process flow diagrams.
• Mentor and support engineers and technical team members through coaching and knowledge sharing.
• Identify and implement solutions that improve manufacturing performance and scalability.
• Support customer requirements and initiatives to reduce defects, improve quality, and enhance operational performance.
• Promote safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior