Process Engineering Specialist

Atlas Copco North America LLC; Village of Voorheesville (NY); On-site; USD 84,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Annual bonus starting at 5%

Paid time off (holiday, vacation, sick

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Atlas Copco North America LLC in Voorheesville, NY seeks a Process Engineering Specialist to define and optimize manufacturing processes, driving safety, quality, and efficiency. You will report to the Production Engineering Team Leader and collaborate with quality, engineering, and supply chain teams.

With 3+ years in process/manufacturing/industrial engineering, you will lead continuous improvement, document processes, and support new product introductions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience analyzing and improving manufacturing processes to enhance quality, productivity, and operational efficiency.
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills, with the ability to implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Experience developing and maintaining process documentation, work instructions, and standardized manufacturing procedures.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Kaizen, or other operational excellence methodologies.
• Experience supporting new product introductions, process validations, or manufacturing transfers is preferred.
• Knowledge of ERP systems, data analysis tools, and manufacturing performance metrics is preferred.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain teams

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and improve manufacturing processes to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance.
• Identify and execute opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize workflow.
• Serve as the technical expert for assigned manufacturing processes.
• Troubleshoot production challenges, perform root cause analysis, and implement sustainable solutions.
• Lead and support Lean, Kaizen, and other continuous improvement initiatives.
• Use data and performance metrics to drive operational excellence and process reliability.
• Create and maintain manufacturing documentation, work instructions, and process standards.
• Promote consistency and best practices across manufacturing operations.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to support business objectives, new product introductions, and process improvements.
• Train and support employees on process changes and best practices

Skills

Process optimization

Root cause analysis

Data analysis

Lean Manufacturing

Kaizen

Documentation

ERP systems

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

ERP systems

Data analysis tools

Job description

Your role

As a Process Engineering Specialist, your mission is to define and optimize the processes that power our production operations, creating standardized solutions that improve safety, quality, and efficiency. Your work will directly influence operational performance by driving continuous improvement, solving complex manufacturing challenges, and enabling sustainable growth across the organization. You will report to the Production Engineering Team Leader.

You will

• Process Optimization
  • Develop, implement, and improve manufacturing processes to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance.
  • Identify and execute opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize workflow.
• Technical Process Support
  • Serve as the technical expert for assigned manufacturing processes.
  • Troubleshoot production challenges, perform root cause analysis, and implement sustainable solutions.
• Continuous Improvement
  • Lead and support Lean, Kaizen, and other continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Use data and performance metrics to drive operational excellence and process reliability.
• Documentation & Standardization
  • Create and maintain manufacturing documentation, work instructions, and process standards.
  • Promote consistency and best practices across manufacturing operations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to support business objectives, new product introductions, and process improvements.
  • Train and support employees on process changes and best practices

To succeed, you will need

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.

You have at least 3 years of experience, working in Process Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical role in a manufacturing environment.

• Proven experience analyzing and improving manufacturing processes to enhance quality, productivity, and operational efficiency.
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills, with the ability to implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Experience developing and maintaining process documentation, work instructions, and standardized manufacturing procedures.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Kaizen, or other operational excellence methodologies.
• Experience supporting new product introductions, process validations, or manufacturing transfers is preferred.
• Knowledge of ERP systems, data analysis tools, and manufacturing performance metrics is preferred.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain teams

In return, we offer

• Culture of trust and accountability: Take ownership of manufacturing processes and use data-driven insights to identify opportunities, solve complex problems, and drive continuous improvement across our operations.
• Lifelong learning and career growth: Expand your expertise in process engineering, Lean manufacturing, operational excellence, root cause analysis, and advanced manufacturing technologies while building valuable leadership and project management skills.
• Innovation powered by people: Make a direct impact on how we manufacture our products. Your work will improve safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency while supporting the successful introduction of new processes, technologies, and best practices
• Comprehensive compensation and benefits
  • Base salary ranges from $83,720to $106,090annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
  • Annualy bonus opportunity starting at 5%.
  • Generous paid, including holiday, vacation, and sick time.
  • 401(k) with up to 6% company match.
  • Flexible working hours to support work-life balance.

Job location

On-Site This role requires you to work on-site at our manufacturing facilityin Voorheesville, United States (US). You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face-to-face collaboration.#LI-On-site

Contact information

Talent Acquisition Team: Cassandra Quinn