Senior Process Engineer

Jobot; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K + match

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to lead the technical and process engineering function at our St. Louis, MO manufacturing facility. You will drive process optimization, automation, and capital projects while developing a high-performing engineering team.

Responsibilities include leading process engineering, pursuing Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives, and delivering measurable improvements in safety, quality, and productivity across the site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Five or more years of manufacturing process engineering experience.
• Previous leadership experience managing engineering or technical teams.
• Experience leading continuous improvement initiatives and capital equipment projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the site's Process Engineering, Technical, and Automation functions while developing a high-performing engineering team.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives that improve safety, quality, throughput, delivery performance, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Evaluate manufacturing processes and identify opportunities to reduce waste, improve reliability, and increase productivity using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
• Drive process capability improvements through PFMEA, process validation, risk assessments, and statistical analysis.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, including Control Plans, Standard Work Instructions, and process control procedures.
• Lead root cause investigations using structured problem-solving methodologies including 8D, 5 Why, and other data-driven tools.
• Analyze production metrics, scrap, customer feedback, and quality trends to implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Partner with Production, Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, Purchasing, and Finance to improve plant performance.
• Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) efforts to ensure successful launches with robust manufacturing processes.
• Identify automation opportunities and equipment improvements that increase plant capacity and operational performance.
• Develop capital equipment plans, prepare business cases, and manage projects from concept through installation and production startup.
• Manage equipment suppliers, contractors, and project timelines to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Use manufacturing data and KPIs to prioritize improvement initiatives and drive measurable business results.
• Foster a culture centered on accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and employee development.

Skills

Leadership

Continuous improvement

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Data-driven decision making

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Power BI

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Process Engineer

Salary: $95,000 - $130,000 per year

Location: Charleston, IL

Lead Engineering. Drive Continuous Improvement. Shape the Future of Manufacturing.

Are you an engineering leader who enjoys improving manufacturing processes, developing teams, and driving operational excellence?

We're looking for a Senior Process Engineering to lead the technical and process engineering function at our St. Louis, MO manufacturing facility. This is position is responsible for manufacturing process optimization, automation, continuous improvement, capital projects, and technical team development.

You’ll work alongside plant leadership to improve safety, quality, productivity, and profitability while helping shape the long-term technical strategy of the facility. If you're passionate about Lean Manufacturing, capital improvements, and leading teams through meaningful change, this is an excellent opportunity to make a lasting impact.

What You'll Do

• Lead the site's Process Engineering, Technical, and Automation functions while developing a high-performing engineering team.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives that improve safety, quality, throughput, delivery performance, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Evaluate manufacturing processes and identify opportunities to reduce waste, improve reliability, and increase productivity using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
• Drive process capability improvements through PFMEA, process validation, risk assessments, and statistical analysis.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, including Control Plans, Standard Work Instructions, and process control procedures.
• Lead root cause investigations using structured problem-solving methodologies including 8D, 5 Why, and other data-driven tools.
• Analyze production metrics, scrap, customer feedback, and quality trends to implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Partner with Production, Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, Purchasing, and Finance to improve plant performance.
• Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) efforts to ensure successful launches with robust manufacturing processes.
• Identify automation opportunities and equipment improvements that increase plant capacity and operational performance.
• Develop capital equipment plans, prepare business cases, and manage projects from concept through installation and production startup.
• Manage equipment suppliers, contractors, and project timelines to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Use manufacturing data and KPIs to prioritize improvement initiatives and drive measurable business results.
• Foster a culture centered on accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and employee development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Five or more years of manufacturing process engineering experience.
• Previous leadership experience managing engineering or technical teams.
• Experience leading continuous improvement initiatives and capital equipment projects.

Preferred Experience

• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma
• PFMEA, Control Plans, and Design for Manufacturability
• Capital project management
• Blueprint reading and GD&T
• Manufacturing process validation
• AutoCAD, Power BI, and Microsoft Office
• Root cause analysis tools including 8D, 5 Why, and SMED

What Makes You Successful

• A hands-on leader who enjoys being on the manufacturing floor and coaching teams.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills.
• Proven ability to lead multiple projects while balancing daily operational priorities.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Passion for continuous improvement and developing people.
• Ability to influence change and drive measurable operational results.

Why join us

Great career growth potential!!

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K + match

Equal Opportunity Employer

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.