Process Engineer

Job Overview: Pay Range: $37hr - $42hr Requirement/Must Have: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, Materials, or related) or equivalent combination of education. Minimum 3+ years of process/manufacturing engineering experience in a production environment. Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and solve problems using structured methods. Working knowledge of process control concepts (standard work, control plans, capability, variation reduction) and continuous improvement fundamentals. Comfortable working in/around manufacturing chemicals. Proficiency with MS Office, especially Excel-based analysis and reporting. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Responsibilities: Serve as the primary technical owner for assigned shields production processes, ensuring process control, stability, and adherence to specifications and control plans. Partner with Operations leadership to achieve key production KPIs (yield, productivity, cycle time, scrap, coating usage, and customer service). Provide hands-on engineering support to troubleshoot complex process/equipment issues; lead root cause analysis and implement robust corrective/preventive actions. Identify, prioritize, and execute opportunities to improve safety, quality, yield, throughput, and cost using Lean/Six Sigma tools, statistical methods, and experimental approaches. Analyze process data to diagnose drivers of variation, yield loss, downtime, and coating usage; develop dashboards/metrics and communicate results effectively. Establish and improve process documentation (SOPs, work instructions, process control plans) and support change management and periodic audits. Support industrialization for new products, process changes, and equipment, ensuring readiness for production. Act as a role model for safe behaviors, ensuring engineering solutions align with EHS requirements. Provide technical coaching and guidance to Process Technician and production teams; help build troubleshooting and process discipline capability. Maintain strong floor presence and responsiveness to production needs; occasional off-shift/weekend support may be required based on business demands. Nice to Have: 5+ years manufacturing/process engineering experience in coatings, cleanroom, chemical processing, or similar high-discipline environments. Demonstrated Lean/Six Sigma application (Green Belt/XX Belt). Statistical analysis experience (e.g., JMP) and ability to apply DOE, SPC, and capability studies in production settings. Benefits Our Benefits Include: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan Health Savings Account (HSA) Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term) Life and AD&D Insurance Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law) Supplemental Insurance Plans Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Employee Wellness Programs Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Systems Inc. reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws. About Cynet Systems Founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, Cynet Systems Inc. is a leading technology staffing and workforce solutions company serving Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and enterprise organizations across the United States and Canada. We deliver agile, scalable talent solutions across IT, engineering, life sciences, clinical, and professional staffing, powered by a high-performing recruitment engine operating across North America and Asia. As a nationally and locally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Cynet Systems is committed to helping organizations build high-performing teams while empowering professionals to grow rewarding careers. Our organization is certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type II standards, reflecting our commitment to quality, security, operational excellence, and customer success.