Process Engineer – Lean & NPI for Metal Fabrication

HSM (Hickory Springs Manufacturing) Company; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

On-site medical clinics

Teladoc access

Professional development assistance

Discounts with partners

Job summary

Hickory Springs Manufacturing (HSM) seeks a seasoned Process Engineer to design and optimize metal fabrication and assembly processes across high-volume operations. You will lead NPI projects, define process layouts, tooling, and welding equipment to drive efficiency and quality.

This role emphasizes Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, PFMEA, and control plans, with responsibilities in equipment commissioning, line stability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in process engineering and manufacturing environments.
• Experience with welding (MIG, TIG, robotic) and fixture design.
• Experience with NPI, tooling, line layouts, and process documentation.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, PFMEA, SPC and control plans.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for metal fabrication and assembly.
• Lead process development from design through production launch (NPI).
• Create process flow diagrams, line layouts, and standard work instructions.
• Define tooling, fixtures, and welding equipment; support equipment installation and validation.
• Improve assembly line efficiency, takt time, and workflow; support pilot builds and production readiness.
• Drive Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and VAVE initiatives; improve cycle time and material flow.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and VDA 6.3; support PFMEA, control plans, and process validation.

Skills

Process engineering

Manufacturing engineering

Metal fabrication

Assembly environments

Welding processes (MIG TIG robotic)

Tooling and fixture design

Production line layout

NPI / equipment commissioning

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

PFMEA

Control plans

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related)

Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

Tools

Welding equipment

Process validation

Job description

Hickory Springs Manufacturing (HSM) seeks a seasoned Process Engineer to design and optimize metal fabrication and assembly processes across high-volume operations. You will lead NPI projects, define process layouts, tooling, and welding equipment to drive efficiency and quality.

This role emphasizes Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, PFMEA, and control plans, with responsibilities in equipment commissioning, line stability, and continuous improvement.