Process Engineer: Robotics & Continuous Improvement

Danfoss; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Annual bonus

Paid vacation

Personal insurance

Job summary

Danfoss in Ames, IA seeks a hands-on engineer to shape the future of manufacturing. You’ll work with robotics, MES, and motion control to improve hydraulic pumps and motors, analyzing data, redesigning processes, and collaborating with production teams to boost safety, efficiency, and quality.

You’ll lead projects to optimize methods, layouts, and tooling while championing safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Agricultural Engineering (or equivalent) preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to analyze complex production data and improve processes.

Responsibilities

• Implement and optimize advanced manufacturing technology including robotics, vision systems, and MES.
• Enhance efficiency by improving workplace design, process flow, and equipment layouts on assembly and test lines.
• Act as a key technical resource, analyzing production data and collaborating with shop floor personnel to solve tooling and process challenges.
• Lead projects to improve current manufacturing methods, driving cost reductions and boosting product quality.
• Champion a culture of safety and quality, ensuring all processes meet high standards and contribute to a safe, clean, and orderly work environment.

Skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal communication

Project management

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Agricultural Engineering

Job description

Danfoss in Ames, IA seeks a hands-on engineer to shape the future of manufacturing. You’ll work with robotics, MES, and motion control to improve hydraulic pumps and motors, analyzing data, redesigning processes, and collaborating with production teams to boost safety, efficiency, and quality.

You’ll lead projects to optimize methods, layouts, and tooling while championing safety and continuous improvement.