Process Engineer - Extrusion

XPEL, Inc.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

XPEL, Inc. in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Process Engineer to support development, optimization, and scale-up of manufacturing processes across production and supply chain operations.

The role applies engineering expertise to drive continuous improvement, enhance product quality, and increase operational efficiency. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, lead quality and yield improvement projects, review safety and quality standards, and help troubleshoot equipment.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial or Materials Engineering or related field.
• 2 years' experience in process engineering, production operations, and/or quality control environments.
• Analytical skills for troubleshooting designs, asking the right questions, and finding answers that work.
• Familiarity with statistics & hypothesis-driven problem-solving methodologies; Six Sigma, DOE, 8D, DMAIC, Lean, etc.
• Interpersonal skills in developing positive working relationships with other employees working with the production process.
• Desire to lead projects with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Process-orientation with an attention to detail.
• Ability to travel 25-50%.

Responsibilities

• Technical resource for on-going production activities: establishing & improving production quality specifications, production support, documentation & analysis of production KPIs
• Reviewing safety and quality standards to ensure stakeholders are meeting guidelines
• Leads quality improvement, yield improvement & corrective action projects with internal and external stakeholders
• Recommends manufacturing processes designed to be efficient, cost-effective, and to promote quality and reliability
• Assesses current equipment and processes and makes recommendations for changes
• Helps to troubleshoot and repair equipment
• Shows results in reports
• May train personnel in equipment usage and processes
• Collaborate with R&D teams as technologies transition to pilot & scale-up environments for commercialization

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Travel willingness

Statistical methods

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Job Summary

The Process Engineer supports the development, optimization, and scale-up of manufacturing processes across production and supply chain operations. This role applies engineering expertise to drive continuous improvement, enhance product quality, and increase operational efficiency.

Core Duties

• Technical resource for on-going production activities: establishing & improving production quality specifications, production support, documentation & analysis of production KPIs
• Responsible for reviewing safety and quality standards to ensure the Internal and External stakeholders are properly meeting these guidelines
• Leads quality improvement, yield improvement & corrective action projects with internal and external stakeholders
• Recommends manufacturing processes designed to be efficient, cost-effective, and to promote quality and reliability
• Assesses current equipment and processes and makes recommendations for changes
• Helps to troubleshoot and repair equipment
• Shows results in reports
• May train personnel in equipment usage and processes
• Collaborate with research and development teams as technologies transition to pilot & scale-up environments to ensure a successful commercialization

Basic Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial or Materials Engineering or related field
• 2 years' experience in process engineering, production operations, and/or quality control environments
• Analytical skills for troubleshooting designs not working as planned, asking the right questions, and finding answers that work
• Familiarity with statistics & hypothesis-driven problem-solving methodologies; for example: Six Sigma, DOE, 8D, DMAIC, Lean, etc.
• Interpersonal skills in developing positive working relationships with other employees working with the production process
• Desire to lead projects with cross-functional stakeholders
• Process-orientation with an attention to detail
• Ability to travel 25-50%

Desired Qualifications

• Polymer films or coatings experience preferred
• Plastic Injection experience desired

Company Culture

XPEL is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Since the day XPEL was founded, we’ve strived to provide the best possible products, services, and support for customers and installers alike. With a comprehensive array of offerings for automotive, watercraft, home, and office applications, there’s sure to be a solution to fit your needs.