Process Engineer

Danfoss; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Annual bonus

Paid vacation

Personal insurance

Job summary

Danfoss Power Solutions is seeking a hands-on Process Engineer to shape the future of manufacturing in Ames, IA. You will implement and optimize robotics, vision systems, and DC tools while redesigning workflows to boost efficiency and quality on the factory floor.

As an Associate-level professional, you will analyze production data, collaborate with production teams, and lead continuous improvement projects that reduce costs and improve safety and environment standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Agricultural Engineering or Technology.
• Logical and practical approach to problem-solving.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proven project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement and optimize advanced manufacturing technology, including robotics and vision systems.
• Enhance efficiency by improving workplace design, process flow, and equipment layouts.
• Analyze production data and collaborate with shop floor personnel to solve tooling and process challenges.
• Lead projects to improve current manufacturing methods, driving cost reductions and boosting product quality.
• Champion a culture of safety and quality, ensuring all processes meet our high standards and contribute to a safe, clean, and orderly work environment.

Skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Agricultural Engineering or Technology

Tools

Robotics

Vision systems

DC electric tools

Job description

Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment

Job Category: R&D, Technology and Engineering

Work Location Type: On-site

Job Experience Level: Associate

Process Engineer

Req ID: 50781 Job Location: Ames, IA, US Employment Type: Full Time Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment Job Category: R&D, Technology and Engineering Work Location Type: On-site Job Experience Level: Associate Job Description

The Impact You'll Make

Are you ready to shape the future of manufacturing? In this role, you’ll work with cutting-edge technology like robotics, advanced MES systems, and motion control to build the next generation of hydraulic pumps and motors. You won't just be maintaining systems; you'll be actively improving them.

This is your chance to be a hands-on problem-solver on the factory floor. You will analyze data, redesign processes, and collaborate with our production teams to make our operations more efficient, safe, and effective. Your expertise will directly influence how we build the products that power industries around the world.

At Danfoss, you are empowered to make timely decisions and drive continuous improvement. If you are passionate about using technology to solve complex challenges and want to see your work make a tangible difference, this is the opportunity for you.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Implement and optimize our advanced manufacturing technology, including robotics, vision systems, and DC electric tools.


• Enhance efficiency by improving workplace design, process flow, and equipment layouts on our assembly and test lines.


• Act as a key technical resource, analyzing production data and collaborating with shop floor personnel to solve tooling and process challenges.


• Lead projects to improve current manufacturing methods, driving cost reductions and boosting product quality.


• Champion a culture of safety and quality, ensuring all processes meet our high standards and contribute to a safe, clean, and orderly work environment.

What We're Looking For

• A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Agricultural Engineering or Technology; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and training.


• A logical and practical approach to problem-solving, with the ability to analyze complex situations objectively.


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively from the plant floor to management.


• Proven project management skills with the ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines.

What You’ll Get from Us

• We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.


• You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.


• We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.


• You’ll receive benefits like 401k, annual bonus, paid vacation, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in areas such as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, marine, and on-and-off high-way equipment. We also provide solutions for data centers, renewable energy, energy storage, heat recovery, as well as contribute to district energy solutions for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned and employs over 39,000 people. We create long-term value for our customers in more than 100 countries with a global footprint of around 100 factories.