Advance Process Engineer

SAF-HOLLAND Inc.; Rowlett (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SAF-HOLLAND Inc. is seeking an Advanced Process Engineer to lead development and implementation of manufacturing processes, equipment, and new technical solutions.

You will collaborate across design engineering, manufacturing, and quality to boost productivity, cost efficiency, quality, safety, and sustainability. You will guide projects from concept through implementation across multiple product lines and sites, leveraging robotics, PLCs, and automated equipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Process, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering or another technical discipline.
• Five years of progressive experience in heavy manufacturing processes or equivalent.
• Experience leading technical programs in complex manufacturing and fabrication environments.
• Knowledge of robotics, PLCs, DC torque tools, and other automated process equipment.
• Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing experience.
• Manufacturing experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Ability to develop and present technical recommendations to customers and internal leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead process-engineering activities involving project management, new process development, and manufacturing issue resolution.
• Develop, implement, maintain, and troubleshoot manufacturing processes.
• Evaluate production processes and workflows to identify opportunities for higher quality and productivity.
• Apply advanced Lean manufacturing principles to process design and manufacturing planning.
• Solve complex technical challenges involving manufacturing, construction, inspection, and maintenance.
• Prepare and manage project budgets and schedules, including reporting on technical, cost, and schedule status.
• Partner with design engineering, manufacturing, and quality to define manufacturing methods, equipment, tooling, work holding, and gauging needs.
• Design, implement, and test new procedures that optimize productivity.
• Use process-simulation software to evaluate production strategies.
• Track process metrics, document changes, and communicate recommendations to leadership.
• Conduct risk assessments and evaluate compliance with applicable safety and quality standards.
• Help develop Operational Excellence strategies and support the execution of technical plans.

Skills

Robotics knowledge

PLCs

DC torque tools

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Process/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Process-simulation software

GD&T

Job description

Build the Future of Manufacturing with SAF-HOLLAND

At SAF-HOLLAND, innovation and continuous improvement are part of how we work every day. We’re looking for an Advanced Process Engineer who is ready to lead the development and implementation of manufacturing processes, equipment, and new technical solutions.

In this role, you’ll collaborate across design engineering, manufacturing, and quality to improve productivity, cost, quality, safety, and sustainability. If you enjoy solving complex technical problems, advancing automation, and turning ideas into practical manufacturing solutions, this could be your next opportunity.

What You’ll Do

As an Advanced Process Engineer, you’ll provide direct and indirect process-engineering support across multiple product lines and locations. You’ll help guide projects from concept through implementation while identifying opportunities to continuously improve manufacturing performance.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead process-engineering activities involving project management, new process development, and manufacturing issue resolution
• Develop, implement, maintain, and troubleshoot manufacturing processes
• Evaluate production processes and workflows to identify opportunities for higher quality and productivity
• Apply advanced Lean manufacturing principles to process design and manufacturing planning
• Solve complex technical challenges involving manufacturing, construction, inspection, and maintenance
• Prepare and manage project budgets and schedules, including reporting on technical, cost, and schedule status
• Partner with design engineering, manufacturing, and quality to define manufacturing methods, equipment, tooling, work holding, and gauging needs
• Design, implement, and test new procedures that optimize productivity
• Use process-simulation software to evaluate production strategies
• Track process metrics, document changes, and communicate recommendations to leadership
• Conduct risk assessments and evaluate compliance with applicable safety and quality standards
• Help develop Operational Excellence strategies and support the execution of technical plans

What You Bring

We’re looking for an experienced engineering professional who combines technical expertise with creative problem-solving, strong project leadership, and effective cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Process, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or another technical discipline
• Five years of progressive experience in heavy manufacturing processes, or an equivalent combination of education and experienceExperience leading technical programs in complex manufacturing and fabrication environments
• Knowledge of robotics, PLCs, DC torque tools, and other automated process equipment
• Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing experience
• Manufacturing experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, or GD&T
• Ability to develop and present technical recommendations to customers and internal leadership

Preferred qualifications:

• Defense-component manufacturing, machining, or assembly experience
• Project Management Professional, or PMP, certification
• English and Spanish language skills

Why Join SAF-HOLLAND?

You’ll have the opportunity to:

• Develop manufacturing solutions that support multiple product lines and sites
• Work with cross-functional engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams
• Lead projects that improve efficiency, quality, cost, safety, and sustainability
• Contribute to Operational Excellence and continuous improvement initiatives
• Take on a regional role with exposure to domestic and international operations

Our culture is built on the core values of Safety, Respect, Reliability, Innovation, and Responsibility, supported by a results-driven commitment to continuous improvement and the principles of the SAF-HOLLAND Way.

• Reports to: Advanced Process Engineering Manager
• Location: Rowlett, Texas
• Status: Exempt
• Function: Operations
• Scope: Regional
• Travel: Up to 35%, including domestic and regular international travel
• Work environment: Includes work in a manufacturing environment where noise levels may be loud and hearing protection is required