Manufacturing Process Engineer

The role

You will lead continuous improvement initiatives and optimize manufacturing processes within machining and assembly operations. You will manage process development projects and support manufacturing operations through troubleshooting and root cause analysis.

What you will do

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, throughput, and cost
• Analyze and optimize manufacturing processes by identifying bottlenecks and improving workflow
• Partner with production, maintenance, supervisors, team leads, and operators
• Manage process development projects including equipment installation and workstation design
• Support manufacturing operations through troubleshooting, capability studies, and root cause analysis
• Develop and implement standardized work instructions and lean manufacturing practices
• Collaborate with suppliers and Applied partners
• Support projects that impact communities in the Fox Valley region

Required qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a Process Engineer or Manufacturing Engineer role
• Experience supporting machining, assembly, or press manufacturing operations
• Strong background in process improvement, continuous improvement, and Lean Manufacturing methodologies
• Hands-on experience working directly with operators, assemblers, supervisors, and production teams
• Ability to identify production bottlenecks and implement solutions
• Experience conducting capability studies, time studies, process mapping, FMEA, and root cause analysis
• Experience specifying and implementing tools, jigs, fixtures, and production equipment
• Knowledge of equipment installation, process relocation, workstation design, and ergonomic improvements
• Experience supporting cost reduction initiatives related to scrap, rework, cycle time, labor efficiency, and productivity
• Strong project coordination, troubleshooting, leadership, and communication skills
• Ability to lead cross-functional improvement efforts

Nice to have

• Proficiency with Creo and AutoCAD
• Experience in a highly manual or semi-automated manufacturing environment

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 401K retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Continuing Education Support
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance options
• Paid overtime
• Flexible work schedule
• Relocation Assistance
• Ownership Opportunity

Before you apply

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• We do not offer sponsorship

About the company

Applied Engineering is a 100% employee-owned engineering consulting company providing talent and service to manufacturers across the Midwest. The company has won awards including Best Place to Work and Top Place to Intern.