Process Engineer

Process Engineer Location : Bolingbrook, IL 60440Hire Type: Direct HireSalary Range : $95,000–$125,000 + Consistent Bonus ProgramIndustry : Advanced Manufacturing Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Life Insurance, PTO, Holiday Pay, and more!Our client is seeking a Process Architect to take ownership of analyzing, designing, and optimizing manufacturing processes that improve flow, reduce variability, and strengthen overall operational capability. This role sits at the center of process engineering, partnering closely with product development, operations, quality, and cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturing processes are scalable, efficient, and aligned with technical and business objectives. This position is ideal for a process-driven engineer who is energized by structured problem solving, process mapping, data analysis, and architecting the systems that bring new and existing products to life.Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end process architecture activities, including 3P events, value stream mapping, and development of Process-at-a-Glance and control documentationConduct detailed process mapping, FMEA, DFM assessments, and other engineering analyses to identify waste, risk, bottlenecks, and improvement opportunitiesDesign and refine manufacturing processes to improve flow, repeatability, throughput, and quality using disciplined engineering methodsLead structured root-cause investigations and corrective actions using 9-Step Problem Solving, FMEA updates, and data-driven approachesDrive process standards and documentation, ensuring clarity and compliance across assigned value streamsSupport new product development by evaluating manufacturability, defining process requirements, and ensuring smooth integration into productionPartner with cross-functional teams to ensure processes align with design intent, quality expectations, safety requirements, and operational capabilitiesIdentify, justify, and support implementation of new equipment, tools, and technologies that enhance process performanceOversee process validation, capability studies, and measurement system reviews to ensure stable and capable processesPrepare and deliver technical reports, recommendations, and presentations to leadership and technical teamsMinimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, or a related engineering discipline8+ years of process engineering, manufacturing engineering, or related technical experienceStrong analytical ability with experience in data modeling, root cause analysis, and structured engineering toolsHands-on experience developing, optimizing, or scaling manufacturing processesDemonstrated success leading process-focused initiatives such as NPI integration, process redesign, or major CI improvementsProven ability to manage projects, define process requirements, and deliver results from concept through executionStrong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across functionsPreferred Qualifications Project leadership experience in a manufacturing or engineering environmentCertifications such as Six Sigma, Red X, Lean, or equivalentDemonstrated success leading CI or Lean-based process improvement eventsExperience supporting cross-functional teams at all levels of a manufacturing organization