Process Engineer — Automation & Continuous Improvement

Altria Client Services LLC; Hopkinsville (KY); On-site; USD 91,500 - 132,750; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and remote options

Paid time off

13 holidays and 2 floating holidays

401(k) matching + profit sharing

Professional development stipends

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision

Parental and bonding leave

Volunteer days

Job summary

Altria Client Services LLC in Hopkinsville, KY is seeking a Process Engineer to drive continuous improvement of manufacturing processes. You will work with IWS teams and cross-functional partners to optimize safe, efficient operations and high-quality output on site.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics engineering and 3+ years of engineering support in manufacturing. Travel to Clarksville, TN and Nashville, TN is expected, with 30-40% regional travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 3+ years of engineering technical support experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with high-speed automated manufacturing equipment and electrical systems.
• Knowledge of batch systems and process automation; familiarity with OEE and data systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop expert level process knowledge of manufacturing operations.
• Identify constraints and opportunities for improvement; apply problem-solving techniques.
• Analyze data to facilitate design improvements for processes, systems, or equipment.
• Lead actions to resolve equipment constraints; provide on-floor support during downtime.
• Coordinate with OEMs, system integrators, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Support FAT/SAT, commissioning, and qualification; ensure documentation and change management.
• Assist with capital and expense project planning, budgeting, and timelines.
• Identify opportunities for automation and process improvements; support IWS initiatives.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Project coordination

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics

Tools

VFDs

Servo systems

Instrumentation

Electrical systems

Batch systems

Process automation

OEE and manufacturing data systems

OSHA and machine safety standards

Job description

Altria Client Services LLC in Hopkinsville, KY is seeking a Process Engineer to drive continuous improvement of manufacturing processes. You will work with IWS teams and cross-functional partners to optimize safe, efficient operations and high-quality output on site.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics engineering and 3+ years of engineering support in manufacturing. Travel to Clarksville, TN and Nashville, TN is expected, with 30-40% regional travel.