Manufacturing Process Engineer - Pella, IA

Pella Corporation; Pella (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Pella Corporation in Pella, IA is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer III to lead and optimize core production processes. You will coordinate with engineering, operations, and suppliers to improve quality, cost, and cycle times while applying Pella safety policies.

Responsibilities include transferring, modifying, installing, and starting up manufacturing processes, tracking project metrics, and communicating technical information across teams.

Qualifications

• 3+ years combined engineering experience.
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Math, or relevant Science.
• Strong knowledge of AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and Microsoft Project.

Responsibilities

• Transfer, modify, procure, install, and start up manufacturing processes.
• Track and monitor key project metrics to meet expectations.
• Collaborate across manufacturing, engineering, and vendors.
• Present information and defend positions to drive collaboration.
• Follow safe practices per safety policies.

Skills

Engineering experience

Project management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Math, or relevant Science

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Job Description

SUMMARY

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for moderately complex engineering projects.Coordinates work within the scope of assigned projects to ensure objectives in terms of quality, cost, and time are met.Prepares project schedules and reviews cost estimates, compiles required cost and equipment information, and writes appropriation requests. Responsible for effective communication of engineering information among team members.Follows the structure of Pella’s Safety, Quality, Project Management & Continuous Improvement Systems from concept through project execution. May supervise assigned technical team members and coordinates their work within the scope of assigned responsibilities.Serves as a resource to others as assigned, providing technical information and engineering recommendations that assist with projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

SCOPE:

Contributes to project identification and definition.Normally works under the guidance of a supervisor. Develops, implements and/or supports assigned technologies, products, and processes. Responsible for other projects as assigned by supervisor.

SUPERVISING OTHERS:

Primarily an individual contributor role; however, capable of leading a team in technical projects. May supervise non-exempt and hourly employees.

APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE:

Proven experience beyond education to support and deliver high quality products and processes through the application of engineering principles. Exhibits competency and begins to develop expertise in multiple engineering technologies.Performs work which involves conventional practice but may include a variety of complex features, such as conflicting design requirements, incomplete market requirements, unsuitability of standard materials and multiple project coordination.

JUDGMENT:

Independently evaluates, selects and applies engineering principles to product and process modifications. Exercises independent judgment to define project objectives and engineering / scientific approach. Assignments may require development of unclear objectives and require investigation of multiple variables.

Responsibilities

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES – PROCESS Engineer III: Job Code # 05046

Responsibilities: Transfer, modify, procure, install, and start up manufacturing processes at suppliers and Pella. Tracks and monitors key project metrics to ensure short and long-term expectations are met. The scope of influence of this position spans manufacturing, engineering, product & process development, material and equipment vendors. Strong influential leadership skills are necessary when prioritizing, planning, and implementing projects. The ability to effectively present information, defend a position and address concerns is key to fostering collaboration. The position is expected to understand and apply safe practices in line with Pella’s safety policies.

Supervisory responsibilities: None.

Work hours:Normal + irregular hours/shifts required

Travel expectations: Low to high dependent upon role & project assignments

Computer skills: Microsoft Office applications and AutoCAD required. Microsoft Project preferred.

Technical / functional skills:Competency and developing expertise within multiple disciplines or technologies. Pella Project Management.

Safety:Periodically exposed to machinery where safe operating procedures must be followed, occasional lifting of materials up to 30 lbs. is required, work environment may be noisy.

Certificates, licenses, and registrations: Pella CI / 2P Leader Certification

Leadership competencies: Establish plans, Apply technical and functional expertise, Manage and improve processes, Build relationships, Foster collaboration, Drive execution, Industry knowledge

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

3+ years combined engineering experience.

EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT:

Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Math, or relevant Science or combination of education and experience. Responsible for ongoing development of technical and leadership competencies.

Job Info

• Job Identification 252852
• Job Category Engineering
• Posting Date 08/04/2026, 02:00 PM
• Job Schedule Full time