Process Engineer, Automation & Continuous Improvement

Benteler Automotive Corporation; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

BENTELER Automotive Corporation in Shreveport, LA seeks a Professional Process Engineer to support area managers, optimize equipment, and drive continuous improvement in finishing processes. The role emphasizes troubleshooting, data-driven problem solving, and collaboration with maintenance teams.

The candidate will assist in procedure development, provide training on related equipment, and participate in lean manufacturing and safety initiatives to meet production goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level engineering degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Fundamental understanding of automation equipment (PLC/HMI) and industrial networks.
• Strong data acquisition and statistical evaluation capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Support the Area Manager and other Process Engineers in optimizing equipment and investigating and implementing new engineered improvements.
• Help with troubleshooting, advising, and eliminating all design, process, and production quality issues.
• Assist in the training of production and maintenance employees concerning the Finishing process and related equipment.

Skills

Automation basics

PLC / HMI understanding

Data acquisition

Statistical analysis

Safety awareness

Planning & organization

Problem solving

Education

BS in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

BENTELER Automotive Corporation in Shreveport, LA seeks a Professional Process Engineer to support area managers, optimize equipment, and drive continuous improvement in finishing processes. The role emphasizes troubleshooting, data-driven problem solving, and collaboration with maintenance teams.

The candidate will assist in procedure development, provide training on related equipment, and participate in lean manufacturing and safety initiatives to meet production goals.