Process Engineer: Onsite, Data-Driven Process Optimization

Amperesand; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental benefits

401k retirement savings plan

PTO and holidays

Commuter Benefits

Paid parental leave

Incentive stock options

Job summary

Amperesand in Reno, NV, is seeking a hands-on Process Engineer to join the Production Engineering team. You will develop, sustain, and optimize manufacturing processes across production lines, with a focus on data analysis, continuous improvement, and cross‑functional collaboration.

The role requires 3+ years in high‑volume, automated environments, strong problem‑solving skills, and experience with SPC, DMAIC, and OEE improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in a high‑volume, highly automated manufacturing environment developing and improving processes.
• Proven experience driving process and OEE improvements through structured root cause analysis and continuous improvement methods
• Proficiency in structured problem‑solving methodologies such as DMAIC, 5 Whys, 8D, or Ishikawa
• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and its application in manufacturing environments
• Experience with data collection and analysis for process performance and development
• Ability to lead cross‑functional projects and support 24/7 operations during escalations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Support production operations across shifts, including remote or onsite escalation response as needed to minimize process‑related downtime and yield loss
• Develop, implement, and optimize production processes to ensure safety while maximizing Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and achieving world‑class quality levels
• Diagnose process failures and defects, drive corrective actions to root cause, and implement sustainable countermeasures to prevent recurrence
• Monitor and reduce process variation using Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA); audit manufacturing processes to ensure product specifications and standards are consistently achieved
• Develop data collection, visualization, and analysis tools to enable data‑driven decision making and predictive insight into process performance
• Champion continuous improvement projects to improve yield, capacity, and process capability, including cycle time reduction, scrap reduction, and labor efficiency gains
• Develop and maintain FMEAs and Control Plans; analyze, develop, and implement Engineering Change Orders
• Create and maintain Manufacturing Instructions, process routings, and related documentation, including rework procedures
• Own process‑level metrics, present performance data to engineering and operations stakeholders, and drive structured improvement initiatives
• Maintain comprehensive process documentation and participate in Engineering Change Management

Skills

DMAIC

5 Whys

8D

Ishikawa

SPC

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

Python

JMP

Minitab

Tableau

Ignition/SCADA/MES

Job description

Amperesand in Reno, NV, is seeking a hands-on Process Engineer to join the Production Engineering team. You will develop, sustain, and optimize manufacturing processes across production lines, with a focus on data analysis, continuous improvement, and cross‑functional collaboration.

The role requires 3+ years in high‑volume, automated environments, strong problem‑solving skills, and experience with SPC, DMAIC, and OEE improvements.