Senior Process Engineer

U.S. Pipe; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Pipe in Lynchburg, VA is seeking a highly experienced Senior Process Engineer to join our manufacturing team. You will develop systems to reduce costs, improve safety, and increase operating efficiency across our facilities.

Responsibilities include optimizing workflows, evaluating quality processes, leading CAPEX projects and integrating production layouts with machine operations. A background in Lean, manufacturing engineering and CAD tools is required to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Chemical Engineering is required.
• 5–7 years of broad-based engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Lean and Quality Assurance experience required; 7+ years preferred.
• Strong MS Office skills and CAD software (AutoCAD) proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Process improvement through collection and analysis of manufacturing data to reduce costs and improve safety.
• Evaluate quality processes and implement improvements.
• Review labor, material and other production costs and review future production requirements to optimize workflows.
• Integrate facility layouts, production lines, machine operations and network performance.
• Lead CAPEX projects and support OPEX, Safety and Quality programs.
• Develop automated and non-automated production systems; assess CNC opportunities and introduce new equipment.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

Process improvement

Lean methodology

Analytical skills

Communication

Project coordination

Education

B.S. in Mechanical/Industrial/Chemical Eng

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Why Join Our Team?

Do you want to be part of a team that is making a positive difference in lives all across the globe? Do you want to be part of a culture where you are recognized, respected, and rewarded for a job well done? U.S. Pipe has been providing quality water and wastewater products since 1899, and for the past 120 years we have proudly supported local governments, municipalities, water departments, and businesses all across the United States, and the world.

Why Join Our Team?

Do you want to be part of a team that is making a positive difference in lives all across the globe? Do you want to be part of a culture where you are recognized, respected, and rewarded for a job well done? U.S. Pipe has been providing quality water and wastewater products since 1899, and for the past 120 years we have proudly supported local governments, municipalities, water departments, and businesses all across the United States, and the world.

What We Offer

• Team Collaboration: Join a team-oriented environment where collaboration is not just a buzzword but a priority.
• Career Growth: Be part of an industry leader renowned for world-class design, manufacturing, sourcing, and distribution, and take your career to the next level.
• Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a comprehensive benefits package with options tailored to meet your needs and those of your family.

About The Role

US Pipe is currently seeking a highly experienced, senior-level Process Engineer to join our Lynchburg team. Responsibilities will include developing systems and processes that reduce costs, enhance employee safety, improving product quality and increase operating efficiencies and equipment reliability. Functionally responsible to support the manufacturing team including floor support, maintenance, equipment, tool and gauge design, quality, and efficiency issues.

Specific Responsibilities

• Process improvement through collection and analysis of manufacturing process data to improve safety, product quality, customer delivery, and cost reductions.
• Evaluate quality processes and make recommendations for improvements in quality process control.
• Review and calculate labor, material and other production costs along with reviewing scheduled and future production requirements to assist management to better organize, evaluate and manage manufacturing workflows and resources.
• Integrate facility layouts, production lines, machine operations and network performance.
• Resolve issues and delays in production and find ways to reduce cost and maximize quality.
• Proactively identify needs, conceive improvements, consider potential issues, as well as evaluate costs and potential savings to optimize existing machinery and/or processes.
• Support and participate in the US Pipe Fabrication OPEX program to develop, test and document new and existing production procedures.
• Lead and support Capex projects related to Manufacturing Operations and participate in the USPF OPEX, Safety and Quality programs.
• Develop effective automated and non-automated systems. Investigate CNC machinery opportunities, drive introduction and support of new equipment and processes for production.
• Executes and manages Capex projects from design conception to installation and commissioning.
• Prepares drawings, project schedules, operating and maintenance procedures, including parts lists, to provide plant personnel with operating and maintenance information.
• Selection and execution of projects assisted by outside contractors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Chemical Engineering or related field is required.
• 5-7 years of broad-based engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, Lean, and Quality Assurance experience required. 7+ years preferred.
• Ability to organize and think logically, strong mechanical aptitude, broad mathematical skills, practical knowledge of physics and engineering principles and basic drafting skills.
• Ability to effectively utilize MS Office products and CAD software, preferably AutoCAD.
• Excellent communications skills with ability to present technical information and solutions effectively.