Entry-Level Automation Process Engineer

Greystone, Inc.; Toano (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Greystone, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Mechanical or Chemical Process Engineer for our Virginia facility. The role focuses on developing manufacturing systems to boost productivity, quality, and safety while working with cutting-edge automation, camera systems, and proprietary plating processes.

You will program PLCs, design HMIs, and provide on-the-floor support. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, running DOE trials, and maintaining core documentation to drive continuous improvements.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering required or equivalent.
• Entry-level candidates welcome and will be trained.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities essential.
• Team-oriented with initiative and multi-tasking capability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement manufacturing systems to boost productivity, quality, and safety.
• Analyze production operations to identify improvements and implement changes.
• Measure process performance using KPIs and develop data collection systems.
• Provide daily on-the-floor support and troubleshooting to improve manufacturing quality and efficiency.
• Program PLCs and design HMIs to improve operator-machine interaction.
• Troubleshoot automated machines to ensure smooth operation.
• Develop trial plans, DOE to validate process improvements.
• Maintain reports and core documentation (FMEA, Control Plans, MSA, APQP).
• Track and report progress on critical assignments using project management tools.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Initiative

Multi-tasking

Education

BS in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Tools

PLC programming

HMI design

Job description

Greystone, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Mechanical or Chemical Process Engineer for our Virginia facility. The role focuses on developing manufacturing systems to boost productivity, quality, and safety while working with cutting-edge automation, camera systems, and proprietary plating processes.

You will program PLCs, design HMIs, and provide on-the-floor support. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, running DOE trials, and maintaining core documentation to drive continuous improvements.