Process Engineer

KX Technologies; West Haven (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in West Haven is seeking a highly motivated Process Engineer. The role involves leading assembly operations with a focus on process optimization, automation, and Lean manufacturing. The ideal candidate will drive operational excellence, improve assembly line performance, and engage in continuous improvement initiatives. Responsibilities include optimizing assembly processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in process or manufacturing engineering, preferably in a high-volume assembly environment.
• Knowledge of assembly tooling, fixtures, and workstations.
• Proficiency in engineering tools for statistical analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize assembly processes to meet quality and productivity targets.
• Identify and implement automation opportunities to increase efficiency.
• Collaborate with teams to launch new products and processes.
• Facilitate continuous improvement initiatives using Lean tools.
• Analyze and resolve process issues using structured problem-solving.

Skills

Process optimization

Lean manufacturing

Automation

Cross-functional collaboration

Structured problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Excel (advanced)

Minitab

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated Process Engineer to lead and support our assembly operations with a strong focus on process optimization, automation, and Lean manufacturing. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in driving operational excellence, improving assembly line performance, and leading continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize assembly processes, ensuring alignment with quality, productivity, and cost targets.
• Identify and implement automation opportunities (robotics, vision systems, material handling, etc.) to increase efficiency and reduce manual labor.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, quality, maintenance, and operations to launch new products and processes into production.
• Facilitate continuous improvement initiatives using Lean tools such as Kaizen, 5S, Standard Work, SMED, Value Stream Mapping, and Root Cause Analysis.
• Analyze and resolve process issues through structured problem-solving (e.g., DMAIC, 8D, PDCA).
• Develop and maintain process documentation, including work instructions, process flow diagrams, PFMEAs, and control plans.
• Monitor KPIs such as cycle time, OEE, scrap, and downtime; identify trends and take corrective actions.
• Champion Lean culture within the organization by training, mentoring, and engaging team members at all levels.
• Evaluate new equipment and technologies; develop business cases and support capital projects from concept through implementation.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards in all process engineering activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in process or manufacturing engineering, preferably in a high-volume assembly environment.
• Knowledge of assembly tooling, fixtures, and workstations.
• Proficiency in using engineering tools such as AutoCAD/SolidWorks, Excel (advanced), and statistical analysis software (e.g., Minitab).