Senior Process Engineer

Responsibilities

1. People Management

Guide, coach, and train technicians on machine operations, processes, and technical standards.

Support the development and technical onboarding of new Process Engineers and Engineering Assistants.

Provide technical leadership to engineering teams and drive effective workload planning and resource utilization.

Foster a collaborative, performance-driven team environment focused on safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement.

2. New Equipment Installation & Process Setup

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute project plans for new equipment installation, commissioning, and process setup.

Lead the integration of new equipment into existing manufacturing processes, ensuring seamless compatibility and operational readiness.

Follow up on machine qualification, commissioning activities, and performance validation.

Ensure all relevant machine manuals, technical specifications, operating procedures, and documentation are properly established and maintained.

Evaluate the robustness of existing processes and introduce fact-based, technically sound improvements.

Lead and implement process changes based on engineering expertise and data-driven analysis.

Develop, maintain, and champion PFMEA for all critical manufacturing processes.

3. Process Transfer & Stabilization

Ensure processes transferred from other manufacturing sites are properly documented, evaluated, qualified, and adapted to the local manufacturing environment.

Provide technical support for process quality, standardization, and product/process industrialization.

Liaise with Headquarters and other manufacturing sites to facilitate knowledge transfer and continuous process improvement.

Drive process stabilization and further optimization following process transfers and new product introductions.

4. Process Control

Monitor and analyze SPC charts in real time and lead troubleshooting activities for process deviations and non-conformances.

Work closely with Production and Maintenance teams to investigate and resolve production lots on hold.

Identify opportunities to optimize manufacturing cycle times by eliminating redundant or non-value-added process steps.

Monitor process data and trends against in-process specifications using SAP, PDA, SPC, and other analytical tools.

Ensure effective process controls are established and maintained to achieve consistent product quality and process capability.

5. Real-Time Manufacturing Support

Provide timely technical support for real-time production issues and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.

Develop and implement tools, process specifications, procedures, and TPM practices to support manufacturing operations.

Analyze production problems using historical data, past cases, and cross-functional input to determine effective solutions.

Work closely with Equipment Engineering to troubleshoot and resolve machine-related issues.

Investigate customer complaints and claims, support root-cause analysis, and develop effective corrective actions and new technical solutions.

Provide hands-on technical support on the shop floor to minimize yield losses, quality risks, and production interruptions.

6. Lean & Continuous Improvement

Promote and champion a Lean culture within the manufacturing organization.

Facilitate and actively participate in Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement projects.

Identify opportunities to improve process efficiency, productivity, quality, and cost.

7. Training & Development

Develop and deliver technical training to technicians on existing and new manufacturing processes.

Train and mentor new Engineering Assistants and Process Engineers.

Transfer technical knowledge and best practices to strengthen overall engineering and manufacturing capabilities.

8. Ad Hoc & Special Assignments

Support ad hoc assignments and projects as directed by the Head of Department.

Participate in special technical assignments, equipment installations, process setup, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities at other manufacturing sites when required.

Provide technical expertise and support during critical plant or process improvement projects.

Requirements

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related engineering discipline.

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience as a Process Engineer, preferably with experience in machine commissioning, process setup, and manufacturing engineering.

Experience in cold rolling will be a strong advantage.

Knowledge and hands‑on experience in non-ferrous metal processing, particularly rolling, annealing, slitting, and stamping, is essential.

Experience in precision manufacturing and process industrialization is an advantage.

Technical & Analytical Skills

Strong technical problem-solving, analytical, and critical-thinking skills.

Strong understanding of process control and data analysis.

Proficient in problem-solving methodologies and tools such as SPC, DOE, FMEA, Lean, and Six Sigma.

Strong ability to analyze process data, identify trends, determine root causes, and implement sustainable corrective actions.

Basic knowledge of SAP, particularly material management and production-related functions.

Strong shop‑floor technical expertise with the ability to make timely decisions to resolve engineering and manufacturing problems while minimizing yield and quality risks.

Ability to understand and optimize complex manufacturing processes and equipment.

Personal & Communication Skills

Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with employees at all organizational levels.

Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills with the ability to organize, coordinate, and facilitate cross-functional activities.

Self‑motivated, proactive, and willing to continuously develop knowledge in metal processing technology and precision engineering.

Strong ownership and commitment to achieving operational and engineering objectives.

Willingness to work flexible hours, including long or non-standard working hours when required to support critical manufacturing activities.

Fluent in spoken and written English.

Knowledge of German at conversational level will be an added advantage.

Key Competencies

Process Engineering & Industrialization

Machine Commissioning & Qualification

Cold Rolling & Non-Ferrous Metal Processing

Process Control & Statistical Analysis

Root Cause Analysis & Problem Solving

PFMEA, SPC, DOE & Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Cross-Functional Leadership

Technical Training & People Development

Shop-Floor Technical Support

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