Process Engineer

Confidential; South Carolina; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Sumter, SC is seeking a Process Engineer to drive engineering process improvements and manage capital equipment projects. The role involves troubleshooting systems, developing engineering specifications, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Bioengineering and possess strong mechanical design capabilities. This is a full-time onsite position requiring at least 4 days per week in the office.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical design and troubleshooting capability.
• Hands-on experience with manufacturing equipment and capital project execution.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support capital equipment projects, including design, installation, testing, and validation.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, cam-driven, and hydraulic systems.
• Support plant operations by identifying issues and implementing corrective actions.
• Drive efficiency, quality, waste reduction, and process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Mechanical design and troubleshooting

Project management

Engineering safety standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Bioengineering

Job description

Process Engineer

Location: Sumter, SC

Type: Full-Time Onsite

The Process Engineer reports to the Manufacturing Unit Technical Leader and will drive engineering process improvements, capital equipment upgrades, efficiency gains, and cost reduction initiatives. This role supports troubleshooting, equipment design improvements, vendor coordination, and provides technical leadership on continuous improvement and production optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support capital equipment projects, including design, installation, testing, and validation
• Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, cam-driven, and hydraulic systems
• Develop engineering specifications, drawings, and calculations
• Support plant operations by identifying issues and implementing corrective actions
• Manage projects of moderate to large scope, including vendor selection and oversight
• Prepare capital expenditure requests; track budget and timelines
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements
• Maintain documentation: SOPs, change notifications, validation, PM schedules, and spare parts
• Provide training and direction to internal support personnel
• Drive efficiency, quality, waste reduction, and process improvement initiatives
• Coordinate across R&D, vendors, maintenance, and production
• Evaluate in-house vs. outsourced fabrication options

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Bioengineering preferred
• All experience levels considered (compensation aligns with experience)
• Strong mechanical design and troubleshooting capability
• Hands‑on experience with manufacturing equipment and capital project execution
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Understanding of engineering safety and compliance standardsNo jewelry, false eyelashes, or press‑on nails allowed in production areas
• Must work onsite (minimum 4 days per week)
• Smoke‑free campus

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type: Full‑time

Job Function: Manufacturing