Lead Process Engineer

Role details

Job Title: Lead Process Engineer

Job Description

The Lead Process Engineer is responsible for overseeing process development, optimization, and project execution across manufacturing operations while leading a team of process engineers and technicians. This role includes mentoring team members and managing formal performance feedback. The Lead Process Engineer and their team will support new product introductions, troubleshoot manufacturing issues, and drive efficiency and quality improvements across the facility. All tasks will be performed while supporting the policies, goals, and objectives of the company.

Responsibilities

• Oversee process development and optimization in manufacturing operations.
• Lead a team of process engineers and technicians.
• Mentor team members and manage formal performance feedback.
• Support new product introductions and troubleshoot manufacturing issues.
• Drive efficiency and quality improvements across the facility.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, goals, and objectives.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in lean manufacturing and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with CNC machining, polymer compounding, injection molding, and sintering.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Proficient with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Minitab.
• Ability to design tooling, fixtures, and parts using solid modeling software.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• B.S. in engineering or other technical discipline.
• 5+ years experience in manufacturing.
• 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role preferred.
• Above average attention to detail.
• Commitment to on-time task completion.
• Ability to present technical data concisely and in a timely manner.
• Well-organized, safety-conscious, and accountable for actions and performance.
• Sound judgment, problem analysis, and decision-making skills.

Work Environment

The work environment is a blend of 70% office and 30% on the production floor, requiring communication with production teams. The role is situated in a fast-paced manufacturing setting with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork. The company offers benefits and is part of a growing client base in the medical device sector, which presents strong growth metrics.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Philipsburg, PA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $140000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan (often with company match) Paid vacation and holidays Short-term and long-term disability coverage Life insurance / AD&D Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Tuition reimbursement or professional development opportunities (when applicable)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Philipsburg,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.