Process Improvement Engineer

Accelera; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera in Lincoln, NE seeks a Process Improvement Engineer to optimize our production workflows, drive efficiency, and sustain high quality standards. You will apply your technical expertise to support cross-functional teams in delivering safe, cost-effective, and scalable operations.

Key duties include developing production documentation, leading Lean initiatives, designing tooling and automation, performing root-cause analyses, validating manufacturability for new products, and guiding

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering.
• Foundational knowledge of APQP, Lean manufacturing, and Six Sigma principles.
• Proficiency in CAD modeling and technical drafting.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and production documentation.
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain essential production documentation, including process flows, control plans, and PFMEAs.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying process waste and leading Lean initiatives such as Kaizen events and value stream mapping.
• Design and implement custom tooling, fixtures, and automation solutions to boost production efficiency and safety.
• Perform root-cause analysis to resolve quality issues and optimize equipment performance.
• Support new product introductions by verifying manufacturability and ensuring process readiness.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage engineering changes and ensure seamless project execution.
• Conduct statistical data collection and capability studies to inform data-driven process enhancements.
• Assist in the specification, installation, and validation of new manufacturing equipment.

Education

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

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

CAD modeling

ERP/MRP systems

Analytical problem solving

Independent work

Job description

As a Process Improvement Engineer, you will play a vital role in optimizing our production environment by enhancing manufacturing workflows, driving efficiency, and ensuring high-quality standards. You will leverage your technical expertise to support cross-functional teams in delivering safe, cost-effective, and scalable operational solutions.

About the Role

As a Process Improvement Engineer, you will play a vital role in optimizing our production environment by enhancing manufacturing workflows, driving efficiency, and ensuring high-quality standards. You will leverage your technical expertise to support cross-functional teams in delivering safe, cost-effective, and scalable operational solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain essential production documentation, including process flows, control plans, and PFMEAs.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying process waste and leading Lean initiatives such as Kaizen events and value stream mapping.
• Design and implement custom tooling, fixtures, and automation solutions to boost production efficiency and safety.
• Perform root-cause analysis to resolve quality issues and optimize equipment performance.
• Support new product introductions by verifying manufacturability and ensuring process readiness.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage engineering changes and ensure seamless project execution.
• Conduct statistical data collection and capability studies to inform data-driven process enhancements.
• Assist in the specification, installation, and validation of new manufacturing equipment.

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering.
• Foundational knowledge of APQP, Lean manufacturing, and Six Sigma principles.
• Proficiency in CAD modeling and technical drafting.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and production documentation.
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with manufacturing codes such as ASME or UL/ISO standards.
• Proven experience in change management or document control systems.
• Demonstrated ability to track and report cost-savings metrics.
• Experience with hands-on Gemba participation and shop-floor troubleshooting.