Senior Process Engineer

Navigate Search; Michigan; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health club reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Profit sharing and bonus plans

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Michigan is seeking a Process Engineer to oversee various projects, ensuring alignment with customer specifications and managing project financials. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least 3 years of relevant experience, proficiency in technical documentation, and strong communication skills. The role includes competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, such as profit sharing and medical coverage.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in engineered systems projects with project management experience.
• Ability to travel up to 30-35%.

Responsibilities

• Define technical and application scope for projects.
• Prepare project costs and layouts.
• Review customer specifications for project designs.
• Collaborate with suppliers for equipment selection.

Skills

Proficiency in engineering drawings

Strong proposal-writing abilities

Multitasking abilities

Familiarity with plastics industry

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

SolidWorks

SAP

Job description

Process Engineer

The Process Engineer focuses on defining the technical and application scope for new projects, quoting custom equipment, and understanding customer processes. The Project Engineer will work closely with customers and sales teams, both remotely and onsite, to manage projects ranging from several thousand to several million dollars. Key responsibilities include preparing project costs and layouts, communicating with customers, conducting design reviews, and overseeing project financial performance.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Review and apply detailed customer specifications to project designs, ensuring alignment with requirements.
• Process customer inquiries and RFQs to create technical and commercial proposals.
• Prepare data sheets and detailed equipment specifications tailored to customer needs.
• Attend kick‑off meetings to transfer pre‑sale knowledge to the sustainment engineering team.
• Collaborate with suppliers and the Purchasing Department to prepare costs and select third‑party equipment.
• Maintain project schedules and cost‑tracking documentation.
• Communicate professionally with customers, sub‑suppliers, and internal stakeholders, ensuring timely follow‑ups.
• Travel to customer offices and job sites as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience: At least 3 years in engineered systems projects; project management and estimating experience is advantageous.
• Skills: Proficiency in engineering drawings, process flow diagrams, P&IDs, and technical documentation. Strong proposal‑writing and multitasking abilities.
• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with the plastics industry and extrusion is a plus.
• Technical Tools: Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project) and SolidWorks; SAP experience is a bonus.
• Travel: Ability to travel up to 30‑35%.

Compensation and Benefits

This organization offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Profit sharing and bonus plans.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage.
• Health club reimbursement and tuition reimbursement.
• Employee assistance and referral bonus programs.

This role is ideal for someone with a strong engineering background, excellent communication skills, and a passion for managing complex projects.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering, Manufacturing, and Product Management

Industries

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, Manufacturing, and Plastics Manufacturing