Process Engineer

Position: Process engineer

Reports to: Lean Manufacturing Manager

Flsa status: Exempt

Primary purpose of job and contribution to organization:

The Process Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and continuously improving manufacturing processes to maximize safety, quality, productivity, and operational efficiency. This role analyzes existing operations, identifies improvement opportunities, and develops sustainable solutions that optimize production processes while ensuring compliance with company standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. In addition, the Process Engineer is responsible for the governance, integrity, and continuous optimization of SAP manufacturing master data and system configuration—including Bills of Material (BOMs), routings, work centers, and production parameters—to support accurate production planning, standardized manufacturing processes, and operational excellence. The position works cross-functionally with Engineering, Production, Supply Chain, and Quality to drive process standardization, data accuracy, and continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.

Essential tasks and responsibilities:

The following job functions are not all-inclusive. The employee will be required to perform other job-related tasks/responsibilities requested by the supervisor. Job duties may change as required by the needs of the company.

Process analysis and optimization:

Analyze current production processes to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and potential areas for improvement; develop and implement process changes to increase output and reduce costs.

Process design:

Design new manufacturing processes, including equipment selection, flow diagrams, and control strategies, to ensure optimal production efficiency and quality.

SAP Process & Master Data Management:

Develop, maintain, and continuously improve SAP manufacturing master data, including Bills of Material (BOMs), routings, work centers, production versions, and manufacturing parameters.

Support SAP system setup for new products, production processes, and engineering changes to ensure accurate production planning and execution.

Validate SAP master data integrity through regular audits and coordinate corrections with Engineering, Production, Planning, and Supply Chain.

Drive standardization of SAP manufacturing processes and support continuous improvement initiatives related to system accuracy, automation, and data governance.

Participate in SAP implementation, enhancement, testing, and process improvement projects to optimize manufacturing performance.

Data analysis:

Collect and analyze production data to identify trends, diagnose problems, and inform process improvements.

Project management:

Lead process improvement projects, including planning, execution, and implementation of new processes.

Collaboration:

Collaborate with other engineering disciplines, production teams, and management to identify and solve process-related issues.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years of experience as a process engineer in a automotive environment.
• Strong knowledge of process optimization techniques, lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies and statistical analysis.
• Strong knowledge of SAP ERP manufacturing modules (PP, MM, and related production processes).
• Experience with SAP system configuration and manufacturing master data setup, including BOMs, routings, work centers, production versions, and engineering change management.
• Understanding of SAP data governance, master data validation, and process standardization.
• Experience supporting ERP implementation, process optimization, and continuous improvement within SAP manufacturing environments.
• Ability to analyze SAP production data and translate findings into process improvements and operational efficiencies.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

Relevant Education and Certification:

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field. Professional certifications in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, SAP, Project Management, or Process Engineering are preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of SAP manufacturing processes, master data management, and ERP system configuration is highly desirable.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• While performing the functions of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, talk, and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to twenty-five pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to fifty pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus. The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principal function of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in this job.