Process Engineer | Electrical Assembly

New Lenox, Illinois Permanent USD75,000 - USD90,000 per year View Job Description
Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Process Engineer will lead and support continuous improvement/LEAN projects to improve efficiency and safety in my client's production facility located in the Joliet area. This role will work cross-functionally across different engineering teams and will play a key role in supporting the continuing growth of the company, as they continue to chase new business and launch new product lines.
  • Annual bonus incentive typically around 7%
  • Rapidly growing company, pushing for vertical integration and new products

About Our Client

I'm partnered with a leading manufacturer of battery & power cables and wire harnesses, primarily serving customers in the automotive and heavy truck OEMs. They are experiencing a period of sustained growth, and are prioritizing additions to their Engineering department to run more lean and facilitate the expansion of their business. My client puts a great deal of emphasis on helping people grow and letting them take ownership of their work.

Job Description

  • Lead/participate in projects to improve processes, reduce downtime, and improve safety
  • Perform time studies and line balancing
  • 3D modeling for the design of plant floor layouts and setup of new machine cells
  • Implement new machinery and tooling for production as needed
  • Work cross-functionally with Quality and Product Engineering to support new product launches, perform PFMEAs, and address production issues
  • Play a key role on APQP team, ensuring feasibility and quality of manufacturing new products
  • Assist with value stream mapping



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The Successful Applicant

  • BS in Engineering or Industrial Technology
  • 1+ year experience in a manufacturing environment, exposure to electromechanical assembly nice but not required
  • Experience leading and/or participating in continuous improvement projects
  • Comfortable/familiar in a fast-paced manufacturing setting
  • Familiarity with ISO9001 standards and regulations
  • Exposure to new product launch projects, including APQP is a plus
  • Safety background
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills

What's on Offer

  • Base salary $75,000-$90,000 depending on level of experience
  • Discretionary annual bonus based on personal metrics and company performance
  • Health coverage through BCBS
  • 2 weeks PTO, after 5 years everyone is at 4 weeks PTO
  • 3% 401(k) match
Contact
Cameron Heppeler
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7061595

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Production, Manufacturing
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Where
New Lenox
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Cameron Heppeler
Job Reference
JN-072026-7061595
 

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