Process Engineering Manager
Job Description
Process Engineering Manager – Electronics Manufacturing
Location: Liberty, South Carolina (On-site)
Salary: $120,000 – $140,000 + 15% Bonus
Employment Type: Full Time
Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in the US without sponsorship.
We are supporting a leading electronics manufacturer in the search for a Process Engineering Manager to take ownership of high-volume manufacturing operations and drive continuous improvement across production.
This is a key leadership role within a well-established manufacturing environment, focused on electronics components and high-volume production, where process stability, yield optimisation and efficiency are critical.
The Role
You will lead and develop a team of process engineers and technicians, driving improvements across manufacturing processes, introducing new technologies and ensuring robust, scalable production.
Working closely with production, quality, supply chain and R&D, you will play a central role in ensuring processes are efficient, repeatable and aligned with both operational and commercial objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, develop and mentor a team of 7+ process engineers and technicians
- Drive process optimisation across a high-volume electronics manufacturing environment
- Introduce new assembly technologies, automation and equipment
- Ensure strong process capability through SPC, PFMEA and control plans
- Support new product introduction with a focus on design for manufacturability
- Own key manufacturing metrics including yield, scrap and process capability
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean methodologies
- Evaluate and justify capital investment for process improvements
- Oversee qualification of new processes and equipment
What We’re Looking For
- Strong leadership experience within electronics manufacturing
- Proven background in high-volume manufacturing environments
- 5+ years’ experience within process, product or operations engineering
- Experience leading engineering teams and driving performance
- Strong knowledge of process control tools (SPC, DOE, MSA, PFMEA, 8D)
- Experience implementing Lean and continuous improvement methodologies
- Ability to operate cross-functionally across production, quality and R&D
Qualifications
- Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Materials or similar)
- Project Management experience (PMP beneficial)
Why Apply?
- Leadership role within a highly specialised electronics manufacturing environment
- Strong focus on process innovation, automation and continuous improvement
- Opportunity to make a measurable impact on production performance
- Clear career progression within a growing organisation
- Competitive salary with 15% bonus and comprehensive benefits