Process Engineer

RFA Engineering

$75K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
  • Experience in manufacturing or heavy industry environments.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Experience with heat treat, casting, machining, or fabrication processes.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and manage product validation and testing activities.
  • Create and execute test plans for mechanical systems.
  • Set up test equipment and sensors for various testing activities.
  • Analyze and evaluate product performance and reliability.
  • Investigate failures and recommend corrective actions.
  • Manage multiple validation projects and deliverables.
  • Communicate technical findings and recommendations clearly.

Benefits

  • Health and Dental Insurance
  • Company Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
  • Retirement Savings Account (Traditional & Roth 401k)
  • Flexible Spending Plan for Dependent Care
  • Education Assistance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
Full Job Description
The selected candidate will work with an experienced engineering staff using state-of-the-art engineering tools & processes. This position will operate onsite at our customer's world-class engineering and manufacturing facility.

This is a full-time position with a full benefit package listed below that includes opportunities for professional growth, direct hire by our customers, and additional opportunities within our own organization.

Process Engineer

The selected candidate will work with an experienced engineering staff supporting product development, validation, testing, and continuous improvement activities for complex mechanical systems and equipment. Work may include test planning, test execution, data acquisition, analysis, failure investigation, prototype evaluation, and communication of results. Projects may involve engines, power systems, machine components, structural systems, and other products used in industrial, construction, mining, and off-highway applications. The work will be highly collaborative with engineering, validation, manufacturing, laboratory, and supplier teams.

Job Description

  • Develop, conduct, analyze, and manage product validation and development testing activities.
  • Create test plans and procedures for mechanical systems, components, and equipment.
  • Coordinate the design and procurement of prototype hardware needed to support testing.
  • Set up test equipment, instrumentation, sensors, and gaging for laboratory, bench, and field testing activities.
  • Use data acquisition systems to collect performance, vibration, stress, strain, and other test data.
  • Analyze test data and evaluate product performance, reliability, and durability.
  • Perform vibration, durability, performance, reliability, and structural testing activities.
  • Support validation of mechanical systems, components, structures, and equipment through laboratory and field testing.
  • Investigate test and field failures and provide technical guidance to support product improvements and corrective actions.
  • Work with design and simulation teams to compare test results with analytical predictions.
  • Manage multiple validation projects, schedules, test resources, and deliverables.
  • Generate technical reports and clearly communicate test conclusions and recommendations.
  • Develop and maintain strong working relationships with customers, engineering teams, laboratory technicians, and suppliers.
  • Identify opportunities to improve validation methods, testing efficiency, and data quality.
  • Travel to customer, supplier, laboratory, proving ground, or field locations pending project need (up to ~25%).


Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, or related engineering discipline.
  • Experience in manufacturing, heavy industry, industrial equipment, or production environments.
  • Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and mechanical systems.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication both written and verbal.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
  • Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and commitments.
  • Ability to thrive in a team environment.
  • Ability to travel (up to 25% of time)


Desired Experience

  • Experience with heat treat, casting, forging, machining, fabrication, manufacturing, or industrial process environments.
  • Experience supporting capital equipment projects, facility improvements, or manufacturing process upgrades.
  • Experience working with industrial equipment and production operations.
  • Experience performing root cause investigations and corrective action activities.
  • Experience working with suppliers, contractors, and cross-functional teams.
  • Experience with quality systems, validation activities, and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Experience with materials, metallurgical processes, mechanical systems, or industrial production equipment.
  • Experience supporting equipment installation, commissioning, or startup activities.
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD, Creo, or similar engineering software tools.
  • Desire to work in an engineering environment focused on manufacturing excellence, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement.


Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

Salary Range: $75,000-$95,000 Commensurate with Experience

Competitive Benefits
  • Health and Dental Insurance
  • TelaDoc Healthiest You
  • Supplemental Vision Insurance
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Company Paid Long-Term Disability
  • Short-term Disability
  • Retirement Savings Account (Traditional 401k & Roth 401k)
  • Flexible Spending Plan Dependent Care
  • HSA for Medical Expenses
  • Bonus Plan (Exempt Employees Only)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Education Assistance

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