Process Engineer

Schneider Electric; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking a Process Engineer to support and improve powder metallurgy processes used to manufacture electrical contacts in a U.S. facility.

This role blends hands‑on manufacturing support with project work focused on new product development and operational excellence. You will collaborate with operations, quality, and maintenance to troubleshoot issues, stabilize processes, and drive continuous improvement, leveraging material science and practical manufacturing execution

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Materials, Mechanical, or related field) required.
• 5+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in tooling design.
• Familiarity with CAD software (Creo or AutoCAD preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and solve complex manufacturing problems.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and analytical thinking skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate engineering support to production when issues arise, ensuring minimal downtime and impact to quality.
• Diagnose and resolve complex problems related to powder metallurgy.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to contain issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve process parameters and standards.
• Monitor process performance and drive improvements in yield, consistency, and throughput.
• Lead and support process improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Conduct structured root cause analysis using methodologies such as 8D and 5-Why.
• Design and execute trials for new raw material formulations, process changes, and tooling designs.
• Oversee tooling design, procurement, validation, and performance in production.
• Support purchasing, upgrading, and commissioning of manufacturing equipment.
• Develop and manage capital expenditure (CapEx) budgets for process improvements.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and safety requirements across all processes.
• Maintain accurate and controlled documentation, including process specifications, work instructions, parameter sheets, and change management records.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Materials, Mechanical, or related field)

Tools

Creo/AutoCAD CAD software

Job description

Sponsorship is not included for this role: we are not able to consider anyone who is on a current work visa or who will require a work visa in the future.

Join a team that produces critical components used in Schneider Electric circuit breakers, helping ensure the safe and reliable distribution of electrical power worldwide. As a Process Engineer, you will play a key role in maintaining and improving powder metallurgy processes used to manufacture electrical contacts.

This position combines hands‑on manufacturing support with project‑based engineering work, with an emphasis on new product development and operational excellence. You will work directly with operations, quality, and maintenance teams to troubleshoot problems, stabilize processes, and drive continuous improvement.

Success in this role requires a solid understanding of both material science and practical manufacturing execution.

What will you do?

• Production Support & Troubleshooting

  • Provide immediate engineering support to production when issues arise, ensuring minimal downtime and impact to quality.
  • Diagnose and resolve complex problems related to powder metallurgy
  • Collaborate cross‑functionally to contain issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.

• Process Development & Optimization

  • Develop, maintain, and continuously improve process parameters and standards.
  • Monitor process performance and drive improvements in yield, consistency, and throughput.
  • Analyze and resolve material‑related challenges Continuous Improvement & Projects

• Continuous Improvement & Projects

  • Lead and support process improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
  • Conduct structured root cause analysis using methodologies such as 8D and 5-Why.
  • Design and execute trials for new raw material formulations, process changes, and tooling designs.
  • Serve as a technical resource and subject matter expert within the organization.

• Tooling & Equipment Management

  • Oversee tooling design, procurement, validation, and performance in production.
  • Support purchasing, upgrading, and commissioning of manufacturing equipment.
  • Develop and manage capital expenditure (CapEx) budgets for process improvements.

• Quality & Documentation

  • Ensure adherence to quality standards and safety requirements across all processes.
  • Maintain accurate and controlled documentation, including:
  • Process specifications
  • Work instructions
  • Parameter sheets
  • Change management records

Who will you report to?

Engineering & Maintenance Manager

What qualifications will make you successful?

• Required

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Materials, Mechanical, or related field)
  • 5+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Experience in tooling design
  • Familiarity with CAD software (Creo or AutoCAD preferred)
  • Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and solve complex manufacturing problems
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and analytical thinking skills
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office

• Preferred

  • Experience working with powdered metals, compaction, and furnace treatments
  • Knowledge of tooling design for powder compaction
  • Familiarity with quality testing methods for powdered metal components
  • Experience in a high‑volume manufacturing environment

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