Process Engineer

Ecofibre Advanced Technologies, Inc.; Greensboro, Winston-Salem, High Point (NC, NC, NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ecofibre Advanced Technologies, Inc. in the Greensboro–Winston-Salem–High Point area is seeking a Process Engineer to design, optimize, and maintain manufacturing processes for engineered fibers and performance materials.

You will partner with R&D, operations, and quality teams to translate material designs into robust, scalable production processes, document procedures, support new product introductions, and drive safety, efficiency, and cost-optimization across the facility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Experience in manufacturing or materials processing environments.
• Experience with process design and process control.
• Strong data analysis and root-cause investigation.
• Familiarity with Lean or Six Sigma methods.
• Experience with polymers, extrusion systems, fiber production and testing.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and maintain manufacturing processes for engineered fibers and performance materials.
• Design process workflows and monitor production parameters.
• Implement process control strategies and troubleshoot equipment/process issues.
• Collaborate with R&D, operations, and quality teams to translate material designs into scalable processes.
• Document procedures and support new product introductions, safety, efficiency, and cost-optimization efforts.

Skills

Fiber Process Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Process Design

Process Control

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Company Description

Ecofibre Advanced Technologies, Inc. is a U.S.-based performance materials company specializing in engineered fibers and materials for demanding technical applications. The organization integrates polymer formulation, extrusion engineering, fiber and yarn development, and in-house testing to deliver materials that perform reliably at scale. Its Fiber Evolution™ model connects material design, process control, and manufacturing requirements into a unified workflow, enabling faster iteration and reduced risk from concept through commercialization. Ecofibre partners with brands and manufacturers in sectors such as apparel, turf, biomedical, and other technical markets to align material innovation with real-world manufacturability. Teams collaborate closely with customers on rapid R&D-to-prototype development and scalable production solutions for complex material challenges.

Role Description

The Process Engineer will be responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining manufacturing processes for engineered fibers and performance materials. Day-to-day activities include designing process workflows, monitoring production parameters, implementing process control strategies, and troubleshooting equipment or process-related issues to ensure quality and consistency. The role involves collaborating with R&D, operations, and quality teams to translate material designs into robust, scalable manufacturing processes and to support continuous improvement initiatives. This is a full-time, on-site position located in the Greensboro–Winston-Salem–High Point Area, requiring regular interaction with production lines and testing facilities. The Process Engineer will also document procedures, support new product introductions, and contribute to safety, efficiency, and cost-optimization efforts across the facility.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess skills in Fiber Process Engineering and ideally
• Chemical Engineering, with experience in manufacturing or materials processing environments.
• Candidates should possess skills in Process Design and Process Control, including developing process parameters, scaling up production, and maintaining stable operating conditions.
• Candidates should possess strong Analytical Skills, including data analysis, root-cause investigation, and performance optimization using quantitative methods.
• Relevant qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Beneficial experience includes working with polymers, extrusion systems, fiber or yarn production, and in-house testing for mechanical and durability properties.
• Additional desirable skills include familiarity with statistical process control, Lean or Six Sigma methods, and proficiency with engineering software and data analysis tools.
• Ability to work collaboratively on-site, communicate clearly with cross-functional teams, and adhere to safety and quality standards is essential.