Process Engineer
Our advanced manufacturing client in the Keene, NH area is seeking to hire a Process Engineer. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys balancing hands‑on manufacturing support with process development and continuous improvement. Join a growing precision manufacturing environment where your expertise will directly impact product quality, efficiency, and production success.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Optical, or Materials Engineering, Physics, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and technical experience
- Experience supporting, developing, or improving high‑precision manufacturing processes such as CNC machining, optical fabrication, metrology, or similar environments
- Ability to read engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical specifications
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with experience using data to drive process improvements
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to train, mentor, and collaborate across departments
- Comfortable working on the manufacturing floor and partnering closely with production teams
Benefits
- $110,000 - $130,000 annual salary
- 1st shift schedule
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Short‑Term Disability (STD) coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Direct hire opportunity with long‑term career stability
- Opportunity to work with advanced manufacturing technologies and precision production processes
- Professional growth and advancement opportunities
Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop, optimize, and maintain precision manufacturing processes for prototype and production parts
- Review technical drawings and specifications to create process plans, tooling requirements, and inspection methods
- Analyze measurement and production data to improve quality, yield, efficiency, and repeatability
- Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and lead root‑cause investigations to resolve recurring challenges
- Create and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and production standards
- Collaborate with Operations, Quality, and production teams to support new product launches and continuous improvement initiatives
- Train operators on manufacturing processes, setup procedures, and best practices