Process Engineer

Hughes Recruiting & Consulting; Illinois; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with employer match

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

PTO (3 weeks)

13 Paid Holidays

Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance

Job summary

Hughes Recruiting & Consulting is seeking a Process Engineer in Freeport, IL to analyze, develop, and improve hydrostatic transmission manufacturing processes. You will optimize cost, quality, and lead cross-functional improvements on shop floor tooling and equipment.

The role requires a BS in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering with 2–5+ years' machining experience, CAD/CAM exposure, and PLC/CNC programming.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• 2-5+ years’ experience supporting machining operations.
• Experience with CAD/CAM, CNC/PLC programming, and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing and assembly processes to identify quality, cost, and efficiency improvements.
• Support shop floor personnel with tooling and process problem solving.
• Design and approve tooling and equipment for production and assembly.
• Develop and implement new processes and tooling for new products or changes.
• Lead or support capital projects including justification and cost control.
• Create routings and process documentation for new configurations.
• Use DFM, FMEA, Lean, 8D methodologies.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align with quality, safety, and production goals.

Skills

Continuous Improvement

Root Cause Analysis

Ishikawa Diagram

CNC Programming

Industrial Automation Troubleshooting

Lean Manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

CAD/CAM

CNC/PLC programming

ERP systems

Job description

Job Description

Process Engineer: Freeport, IL

The Process Engineer is responsible for analyzing, developing, and improving manufacturing processes and methods, specifically related to the production and assembly of hydrostatic transmission components. This role ensures that engineering solutions support cost-effective, high-quality manufacturing and aligns with current best practices in engineering and manufacturing technologies. The Process Engineer will also manage special projects, including capital expenditures, new equipment implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing and assembly/test processes to identify improvements in quality, cost, and efficiency.
• Support shop floor personnel with tooling and process-related problem-solving.
• Design and approve tooling and equipment necessary for production and assembly.
• Develop and implement new processes and tooling to support new products or product changes.
• Lead or support capital projects from concept through implementation, including justification and cost control.
• Evaluate existing methods and designs to drive process improvements and cost reductions.
• Serve as a technical liaison with Purchasing for special materials and equipment sourcing.
• Create and maintain routings and process documentation for new product configurations.
• Use industry-standard engineering tools and methodologies such as DFM, FMEA, Lean Manufacturing, 8D Problem Solving, and more.
• Utilize CAD/CAM software (e.g., NX, GibbsCAM, AutoCAD) and simulation tools for process development.
• Program or support programming of CNC, PLC, or system control equipment as required.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment with quality, safety, and production goals.
• Champion continuous improvement and ensure adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

Skills & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering, required
• Experience: 2-5+ years’ experience supporting machining operations, required
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of machining processes, assembly/test equipment, & manufacturing best practices, required
• Software: Exposure to CAD/CAM, CNC/PLC programming, & ERP Systems, required

What We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, & vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
• PTO (3 weeks)
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance
• And More!

Please Note

This role does not offer visa sponsorship or relocation assistance. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Pay

$75,000 - $95,000/year + 10% guaranteed annual bonus

Type

Full-time, 1st Shift

Schedule

Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

You should be proficient in

• Continuous Improvement
• 5 Why (Root Cause Analysis Method)
• Fishbone Diagram (Ishikawa Diagram)
• CNC Programming
• Troubleshooting Industrial Automation Equipment
• Kaizen
• Lean Manufacturing Principles