Process Engineer - NPI & Lean Manufacturing Expert

Canadian Executive Search Group (USA) Inc / Division of Arrow Group of Companies; Wallingford (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Canadian Executive Search Group (USA) Inc / Division of Arrow Group of Companies in Wallingford, CT seeks a Process Engineer to lead NPI, develop manufacturing processes, and drive continuous improvement in a manufacturing setting. You will partner with Operations, Quality, and Plant Leadership to meet customer requirements and optimize production performance.

The role requires collaboration across teams, strong problem-solving, and a focus on safety and ITAR/EAR compliance.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of Process Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with New Product Introduction (NPI) and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and manufacturing documentation.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to meet ITAR requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead process development and support New Product Introduction (NPI) projects from concept through production.
• Develop manufacturing processes, work instructions, training materials, and process documentation.
• Collaborate with internal teams and customers to deliver surface enhancement solutions that meet quality, delivery, and performance expectations.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency and throughput.
• Coordinate project plans, milestones, resources, and execution with Plant Leadership.
• Support quality initiatives by ensuring processes meet customer specifications and industry standards.
• Assist with production planning, process optimization, and critical spare parts programs.
• Promote a safe work environment while supporting company safety and quality objectives.
• Maintain compliance with ITAR/EAR regulations and customer cybersecurity requirements.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

New Product Introduction

Process development

Project management

Quality improvement

Customer collaboration

Reading engineering drawings

Strong communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Canadian Executive Search Group (USA) Inc / Division of Arrow Group of Companies in Wallingford, CT seeks a Process Engineer to lead NPI, develop manufacturing processes, and drive continuous improvement in a manufacturing setting. You will partner with Operations, Quality, and Plant Leadership to meet customer requirements and optimize production performance.

The role requires collaboration across teams, strong problem-solving, and a focus on safety and ITAR/EAR compliance.