Manufacturing Process Engineer – Lean & AR/VR Cells

Danfoss GmbH; Freeport, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring

Flexible work

Inclusive culture

401k + bonus

Job summary

Danfoss Power Solutions in Freeport, IL is seeking a Process Engineer to design and refine production lines for hydrostatic transmissions. You will collaborate with design teams, production floor, and external partners to ensure state-of-the-art processes and high-quality output.

The role emphasizes Lean manufacturing, machining and assembly support, and hands-on leadership on projects from concept to completion, with AR/VR visualization and close teamwork across functions.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in a process/manufacturing engineering role.
• Experience supporting machining, finishing, and semi-automated assembly is preferred.
• Proficiency with Lean Manufacturing tools and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing process improvement projects from concept to completion.
• Design and implement manufacturing cells with suppliers; select and integrate tooling and machinery.
• Apply Lean principles to analyze and streamline production workflows.
• Utilize AR/VR to visualize new machines and cell layouts before implementation.
• Act as a technical problem-solver on the production floor.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

8D/FMEA/SMED

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Teamcenter PLM

Job description

Danfoss Power Solutions in Freeport, IL is seeking a Process Engineer to design and refine production lines for hydrostatic transmissions. You will collaborate with design teams, production floor, and external partners to ensure state-of-the-art processes and high-quality output.

The role emphasizes Lean manufacturing, machining and assembly support, and hands-on leadership on projects from concept to completion, with AR/VR visualization and close teamwork across functions.