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Position Title: Process Engineer
Reporting to: GM of Production
Department: Manufacturing
Central Power Systems & Services is a privately held company with deep roots going back to 1954.
Our Mission Statement isforging long-lasting partnerships by providing first-class customer support. We live that statement every single day. We are looking for a Process Engineer to help support that mission.
JOB SUMMARY
This engineering position is focused on our Generator Manufacturing Division and is responsible for driving continuous improvement through data-driven analysis technical reporting and structured problem-solving. The Process Engineer will lead efforts in monitoring optimizing and documenting manufacturing processes while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure efficiency quality and scalability of operation.
Candidate must live in or be willing to relocate to the Kansas City Missouri area.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Collect analyze and report on process performance data (efficiency quality downtime yield and cost metrics) to identify trends and opportunities
- Apply structured problem-solving methods (Root Cause Analysis 5-Whys DMAIC PFMEA) to resolve production issues and prevent recurrence
- Develop implement and maintain technical documentation including process flows work instructions standard operating procedures (SOPs) and PFMEAs
- Partner with Quality to ensure accurate Control Plan updates data tracking and defect reduction initiatives
- Collaborate with operators and supervisors on the shop floor to validate improvements capture process feedback and drive fact-based decision-making
- Support manufacturability studies using data modeling capability studies and statistical analysis to influence product and process design
- Serve as technical liaison between Production Engineering Operations and Corporate Engineering ensuring alignment on process changes and pilot runs
- Lead reporting on the effectiveness of manufacturing trials pilots and new process implementations providing data-backed recommendations
- Train operators and supervisors on process changes with an emphasis on metrics-driven outcomes and technical comprehension
- Assist Maintenance in troubleshooting and analyzing recurring machine performance issues using downtime and reliability data
- Manage small tooling and shop aid design projects ensuring decisions are justified with performance data and cost-benefit analysis
- Support Corporate Manufacturing Engineering and Senior Process Engineers on major projects through technical reporting and structured data reviews
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Competitive Pay
- Medical Dental Vision & Life Insurance
- 401k with company match
- Paid Time Off
- Training & Professional Development
- Positive and productive work environment
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Industrial Manufacturing or Process Engineering (or related technical field)
- 2 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment (preferably heavy equipment power generation or related industry)
- Experience applying data analysis and problem-solving methodologies to manufacturing processes
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in statistical analysis tools and techniques (SPC DOE capability studies regression analysis)
- Strong skills in data management and reporting using Excel Power BI SQL or similar platforms
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma or DMAIC methodologies.
- Familiarity with PFMEA Control Plans and Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) processes
- Working knowledge of CAD software for tooling and fixture design (SolidWorks AutoCAD or similar)
- Exposure to ERP/MES systems and manufacturing data collection systems is a plus
Soft Skills
- Strong analytical and critical-thinking abilities with a fact-based data-first approach to problem solving
- Effective communicator able to translate technical findings into actionable insights for operators supervisors and leadership
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to partner across production quality and engineering teams.
- Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to drive measurable results in efficiency quality and safety
WORK CONDITIONS
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
This position regularly requires walking standing sitting stooping bending kneeling and climbing list is not meant to cover every possible scenario but simply provide an outline. Employees may be assigned other tasks as needed.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.
CPS&S is a smoke-free and drug-free work environment.
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