Process Engineer - Pneumatic Components

Jobot; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA/HRA

401(k) retirement plan

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid holidays

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Process Engineer specializing in pneumatic components in Gainesville, FL. You will optimize CNC machining, assembly, and testing processes to improve quality and efficiency in a precision manufacturing setting.

The role emphasizes root cause analysis, NCR investigations, and NPI support, with fixture design and process validation as core responsibilities. A strong manufacturing CI background is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical/manufacturing/industrial engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in precision components.
• Hands-on CNC machining, assembly, and testing process improvements.
• Proven record reducing scrap, downtime, and cycle times via CI initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and improve CNC machining, assembly, and testing processes to reduce scrap and downtime.
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions for non-conforming products and defects.
• Support NPI activities including process development and production readiness.
• Design and implement fixtures, tooling, and process improvements.
• Develop and maintain work instructions and training materials.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Operations to drive improvements.
• Apply Lean methods to optimize throughput and reduce waste.
• Monitor manufacturing metrics and drive continuous optimization.

Skills

Pneumatic components

Lean Manufacturing

Root cause analysis

Continuous improvement

Cross-functional teamwork

NPI support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

Tools

CNC machining

Fixture design

Job description

Process Engineer - Pneumatic Components

$85000 - $100000 per year | Gainesville, FL | On-site | Permanent

A bit about us:

This established manufacturer designs and produces precision mechanical components used in industrial automation and manufacturing environments throughout North America. With a strong reputation for quality and reliability, the company supports customers across a variety of industrial markets.

The organization operates a highly collaborative manufacturing environment focused on CNC machining, assembly, testing, continuous improvement, and new product development. Employees have the opportunity to work closely with engineering, quality, and operations teams while contributing to process improvements and operational excellence.

Why join us?

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health Spending Account (HSA/HRA)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Educational assistance / tuition reimbursement

Job Details

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in pneumatic components, fluid power systems, industrial automation, valves, cylinders, or related products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience supporting precision mechanical component manufacturing and assembly operations.
• Hands-on experience improving CNC machining, assembly, and testing processes within a production environment.
• Proven track record reducing scrap, downtime, and cycle times through process optimization and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience leading NCR investigations, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and quality improvement projects within ISO-regulated manufacturing environments.
• Strong background supporting New Product Introduction (NPI), process validation, fixture design, and manufacturing process development.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally across engineering, quality, and operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and improve CNC machining, assembly, and testing processes to reduce scrap, downtime, and cycle times.
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions related to non-conforming products, customer returns, and manufacturing defects.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, including process development, validation, documentation, and production readiness.
• Design and implement fixtures, tooling, and process improvements to enhance manufacturing efficiency and product quality.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing work instructions, process documentation, and training materials.
• Partner with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Operations teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing methodologies to improve throughput, reduce waste, and optimize production flow.
• Monitor key manufacturing metrics and identify opportunities for process optimization.
• Support ISO-compliant quality systems and ensure manufacturing processes meet established standards and requirements.

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