Manufacturing Process Engineer, Linear Motion Components

PBC Linear Bearings; Roscoe Township (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dog-friendly office

Onsite gym access

Job summary

PBC Linear Bearings is seeking a mid-level Manufacturing Engineer to advance precision linear motion production. You will design, test, and deploy process changes to improve efficiency and product quality for precision components, while owning multiple projects and coordinating timelines and resources.

Collaborate with design, quality, and safety teams to ensure manufacturability and compliance; write clear SOPs and work instructions to standardize best practices across the line.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related discipline).
• 5+ years in production manufacturing with linear motion or precision parts preferred.
• Proven track record with continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong project management across competing priorities.
• Proficiency with CAD and manufacturing systems; Lean Six Sigma certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, test, and deploy process changes that enhance efficiency and product quality for precision components.
• Own a multi-project slate, coordinating timelines, resources, and stakeholders to deliver on schedule.
• Troubleshoot line issues to minimize downtime and stabilize performance.
• Collaborate with design engineering, quality, and safety teams to align on manufacturability and compliance.
• Author and maintain clear, detailed work instructions and SOPs to standardize best practices.

Skills

Production manufacturing

Continuous improvement

Project management

CAD

Lean Six Sigma

Education

BS in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Your missionAdvance the manufacture of precision linear motion products by tightening processes, accelerating throughput, and safeguarding quality at PBC Linear. This is a mid-level (Level 2) role for an engineer who loves turning complex production challenges into scalable, documented solutions.What you will accomplishDesign, test, and deploy process changes that enhance efficiency and product quality for precision components.Own a multi-project slate, coordinating timelines, resources, and stakeholders to deliver on schedule.Troubleshoot line issues to minimize downtime and stabilize performance.Collaborate closely with design engineering, quality, and safety teams to align on manufacturability and compliance.Author and maintain clear, detailed work instructions and SOPs to standardize best practices.Outcomes in your first 6–12 monthsMeasurable cycle-time reduction and improved first-pass yield on selected product families.Robust documentation and training artifacts that support repeatable execution.Deployment of at least one data-driven continuous improvement initiative.QualificationsBS in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related discipline).5+ years in production manufacturing—experience with linear motion or precision parts strongly preferred.Record of implementing innovative, continuous improvement initiatives.Strong project management capability across competing priorities.Proficiency with CAD and manufacturing systems; Lean Six Sigma certification is a plus.Core technical skillsCNC Machine InstallationDesign for Manufacturability (DFM)Precision Measurement & Hand MetrologyWhy PBC LinearCompetitive salary with a comprehensive benefits suite: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life and disability.Dog-friendly office and a wellness-forward culture with onsite gym access and a trainer.Innovative, collaborative environment with clear growth opportunities.Compensation detailsBase pay range: 75,000 USD – 115,000 USD. This good-faith estimate spans multiple experience levels. Final compensation reflects the role’s scope and responsibilities, your background, location, education/training, and key skills.About usPBC Linear delivers precision-engineered linear motion systems to global customers, pairing deep manufacturing expertise with a commitment to operational excellence.