Process Engineer: Lead Capital Projects & CI

Jobot; Warrensburg (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot in Warrensburg, MO is seeking a Process Engineer to lead capital projects, drive continuous improvement, and provide technical expertise across production operations. This role focuses on optimizing manufacturing processes, improving throughput and quality, reducing waste, and supporting long‑term operational excellence.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in manufacturing engineering, process optimization, project management, and cross‑functional collaboration within a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• 7+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 5+ years of project management experience leading process, equipment, or operational improvement initiatives.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and production operations.
• Experience supporting lean manufacturing and operational excellence programs.
• ITAR compliant.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage approved engineering and manufacturing improvement projects from concept through implementation.
• Analyze production processes and identify opportunities to improve throughput, quality, safety, ergonomics, flexibility, and cost efficiency.
• Develop, implement, and sustain manufacturing process improvements that support operational goals.
• Provide advanced technical support and troubleshooting to maintenance, operations, and engineering teams.
• Evaluate manufacturing equipment performance, reliability, and lifecycle requirements while recommending upgrades and improvements.
• Coordinate equipment installations, modifications, upgrades, and commissioning activities.
• Partner with internal stakeholders and external vendors to execute engineering initiatives and achieve project objectives.
• Utilize root cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies to resolve complex manufacturing challenges.
• Support standardization efforts and best‑practice implementation across multiple production operations.
• Monitor key performance indicators and recommend actions to improve overall equipment effectiveness and production performance.

Skills

Process optimization

Cross-functional collaboration

Lean manufacturing

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management tools

Job description

Jobot in Warrensburg, MO is seeking a Process Engineer to lead capital projects, drive continuous improvement, and provide technical expertise across production operations. This role focuses on optimizing manufacturing processes, improving throughput and quality, reducing waste, and supporting long‑term operational excellence.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in manufacturing engineering, process optimization, project management, and cross‑functional collaboration within a