Technical Process Engineer

Aleron; Gibsonton (FL); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Acara Solutions is seeking a Technical Process Engineer in Gibsonton, FL to provide technical leadership for robotic programming and process development in a highly advanced manufacturing environment.

You will drive development, optimization, and support of robotic grinding operations, collaborating with engineering, quality, operations, and maintenance teams to improve safety, quality, productivity, and process reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 5+ years of experience programming and troubleshooting ABB robotic systems using RAPID.
• Experience with robotic grinding, material removal processes, or automated finishing operations.
• Knowledge of PLCs and ladder logic.
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience.
• Strong understanding of robotic manufacturing processes, process development, automation, process control, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, customer specifications, and technical documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, maintain, and optimize robotic programs and process parameters for automated grinding operations.
• Lead root cause investigations, corrective actions, and process improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and manufacturing performance.
• Support capital equipment and automation projects, including equipment specification, installation, commissioning, validation, and production startup.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, maintenance, and quality teams to support production goals and new product introductions.
• Develop technical documentation, work instructions, standards, and training materials while providing programming and process support to manufacturing teams.

Skills

ABB RAPID

Robotic grinding

PLCs & ladder logic

Lean Six Sigma

Engineering drawings

3D CAD (Siemens NX)

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

CAD software

Job description

Description

Job Title: Technical Process Engineer

Location: Gibsonton, FL

Employment Type: Temp (12 months)

Industry: Manufacturing

Compensation: $50.00/hr.

Schedule: 40 hours/week - 1st shift

About the Opportunity

• We are seeking a Technical Process Engineer to provide technical leadership for robotic programming and process development within a highly advanced manufacturing environment.
• In this role, you'll drive the development, optimization, and support of robotic grinding operations while collaborating with engineering, quality, operations, and maintenance teams to improve safety, quality, productivity, and process reliability.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability.
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries.
• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates.

Why This Opportunity is Exciting

• This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally.

About Acara Solutions

• Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

What You’ll Do

• Develop, validate, maintain, and optimize robotic programs and process parameters for automated grinding operations.
• Lead root cause investigations, corrective actions, and process improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and manufacturing performance.
• Support capital equipment and automation projects, including equipment specification, installation, commissioning, validation, and production startup.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, maintenance, and quality teams to support production goals and new product introductions.
• Develop technical documentation, work instructions, standards, and training materials while providing programming and process support to manufacturing teams.

Job Requirements

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in investment casting manufacturing.
• 5+ years of experience programming and troubleshooting ABB robotic systems using RAPID.

What Sets You Apart

• Experience with robotic grinding, material removal processes, or automated finishing operations.
• Knowledge of PLCs and ladder logic.
• Demonstrated success leading technical projects and delivering results.
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience.
• Strong understanding of robotic manufacturing processes, process development, automation, process control, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, customer specifications, and technical documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with 3D CAD software, Siemens NX (Unigraphics).
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead root cause investigations and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Additional Information

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check.
• This position needs regular interaction with manufacturing equipment and personnel in both office and production environments.
• The role may involve standing, walking, lifting moderate loads, and exposure to typical manufacturing conditions, including noise, moving equipment, dust, vibration, and varying temperatures.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.