Senior Process Engineer

Knowles Precision Devices; Liberty (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Professional development and growth

Flexible PTO

Paid holidays

Prescription Drug Plans

401k

Life Insurance

Onsite Physician

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Knowles Precision Devices in Liberty, SC is seeking a Process Engineer or Senior Process Engineer to lead development, optimization, and control of high reliability capacitor manufacturing processes.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, delivery, cost, and innovation, with cross-functional collaboration and technical leadership on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering; advanced degree preferred.
• 3–7 years in process engineering within manufacturing; capacitors/electronics preferred.
• Proven ability to lead complex technical projects with measurable results.

Responsibilities

• Lead capacitor process development and continuous improvement to increase yield and throughput.
• Document process procedures and validate BOM/routing for each model.
• Provide hands-on technical support on the production floor to resolve bottlenecks and quality issues.
• Lead equipment validation, capability studies, and qualification activities for new or updated processes.

Skills

Process Engineering

CAPA

DOE

SPC

Lean

Six Sigma

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

PFMEA

DOE methods

SPC tools

Job description

Process Engineer or Senior Process Engineer

Department: Manufacturing

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Liberty, SC

Reporting To: Process Engineering Manager

Position Overview

Knowles, Cornell Dubilier is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to lead the development, optimization, and control of high reliability capacitor manufacturing processes. This role is responsible for driving measurable improvements in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and innovation through advanced engineering methods, strong floor presence, and cross‑functional collaboration. The Senior Process Engineer serves as a technical leader and problem solver, supporting production stability while advancing process capability and scalability across the site.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead capacitor process development and continuous improvement to increase yield, throughput, and manufacturing capability.
• Document process procedures and work instructions; validate BOM/routing for each model.
• Provide hands‑on technical support on the production floor to resolve bottlenecks and quality issues.
• Design and implement specialized tooling, jigs, and fixtures for productivity.
• Apply Lean principles to improve material flow, reduce waste, and increase OEE.
• Conduct root‑cause analysis and implement effective CAPA to eliminate recurring issues.
• Utilize DOE, SPC, and data‑driven methods to optimize process capability and output quality.
• Serve as a primary technical resource supporting daily production troubleshooting and process stabilization.
• Collaborate closely with maintenance, quality, and production teams to ensure safe, reliable, and consistent operations.
• Lead equipment validation, capability studies, and qualification activities for new or updated processes.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field. Higher degree is preferred.
• 3‑7 years of experience in process engineering within a manufacturing environment (experience in capacitors, electronics, or materials processing strongly preferred).
• Proven ability to lead complex technical projects with measurable results.
• Strong familiarity with SPC, DOE, PFMEA, Lean tools, and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• Flexible PTO
• Paid holidays
• Prescription Drug Plans
• Retirement Savings Plan (401k)
• Basic Life Insurance
• Onsite Physician
• Employee Referral Program

Join our team and play a pivotal role in transforming our manufacturing processes to achieve greater efficiency and excellence.

We are committed to providing a competitive and fair total compensation package for all employees.

One element in our total compensation package is base pay. The base pay is $85,000 to $110,000 per year based on working experience.

Individual compensation decisions are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to previous experience, skills acquired prior to joining us, cost of living in the assigned work location, assigned schedule, and salaries of similarly situated peers at the company. Candidates may be paid at different points within the stated range based on their experience. Salary ranges may be updated during the recruitment process.

Knowles’ Cornell Dubilier brand is a leading designer and manufacturer of custom high‑energy discharge capacitors used in a wide range of medical, military, and commercial pulsed energy applications.

Equal Opportunity Statement: We prohibit pay discrimination and discrimination of any kind based on race, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, or other legally protected status.

ITAR Statement: This position may require access to technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants must be U.S. persons (citizens, lawful permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status) or have the necessary authorization to access controlled technical data. Compliance with ITAR and EAR regulations is a condition of employment.