Advanced Manufacturing Process Engineer: Drive Innovation

Dekko; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great People

Competitive Benefits

Growth Opportunities

Meaningful Work

Work-Life Balance

Job summary

Dekko’s Advanced Manufacturing Engineering team is seeking a Process Engineer to design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes for scalable, repeatable production. You will work with operators, engineers, quality, and maintenance to solve complex problems and own process readiness for new product launches through strong documentation and design.

Trusted by Dekko, you’ll improve safety, efficiency, and throughput by leading trials, validating processes, and implementing robust control

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in engineering technology, Manufacturing, or related field; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, process development, or advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Hands-on experience with manufacturing equipment setup, troubleshooting, and optimization.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Familiarity with automation, robotics, CNC machining, or advanced assembly processes.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software, process documentation, and technical drawings.
• Experience with SPC, DOE, and other statistical process tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communicator with ability to collaborate across engineering and production teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of advanced manufacturing processes, fixtures, and tooling.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and equipment for integration into production lines.
• Conduct process trials, validation studies, and capability analyses to ensure robust manufacturing outcomes.
• Develop and maintain work instructions, process flow diagrams, PFMEAs and control plans in partnership with cross-functional teams.
• Perform root cause analysis and troubleshooting of process issues, driving corrective and preventive actions to resolutions.
• Support automation initiatives, including robotics, CNC, and advanced assembly systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize cycle time, quality, and throughput.
• Analyze process data and leverage SPC and continuous improvement methodologies to improve process performance.
• Train operators and production staff on new processes, equipment, and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards in all process activities.

Skills

Experience

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Multi-priority management

Detail-oriented

Process optimization

Education

Associate’s degree in engineering technology or related field

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

CAD/CAM software

SPC software

DOE

Job description

Dekko’s Advanced Manufacturing Engineering team is seeking a Process Engineer to design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes for scalable, repeatable production. You will work with operators, engineers, quality, and maintenance to solve complex problems and own process readiness for new product launches through strong documentation and design.

Trusted by Dekko, you’ll improve safety, efficiency, and throughput by leading trials, validating processes, and implementing robust control