Associate Process Engineer

Associate Process Engineer | Carson, CA

Regular Employee | Salary Exempt | $75,000.00 - 82,000.00

What you'll do:

The Associate Process Engineer supports manufacturing processes,
production readiness, documentation, and continuous improvement under
experienced engineering guidance. This entry-level role begins by participating
in team assignments and builds toward independent ownership and leadership of
appropriate tasks and projects as proficiency grows.

• Create and update manufacturing processes, work instructions, process flows, standard work, visual aids, inspection points, and setup instructions.
• Assist with workforce training on approved processes, work instructions, and process changes; lead training sessions as knowledge and confidence grow.
• Participate in Engineering design, documentation, process development, engineering changes, and continuous improvement; assume ownership of assigned activities as proficiency grows.
• Support Production by answering technical questions and resolving process, fit-up, equipment, product, and documentation issues; lead routine issue resolution as experience grows.
• Support new product introductions by gathering process, tooling, work-center, and production requirements.
• Maintain and standardize bills of material, routings, part numbers, revisions, manufacturing methods, and labor standards.
• Observe processes, collect data, and identify workflow, cycle-time, quality, and improvement opportunities.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and support root-cause analysis of rework, scrap, and warranty concerns.
• Participate in corrective and preventive actions, then lead assigned actions by documenting findings, coordinating implementation, tracking completion, and verifying effectiveness.
• Support standardization, capacity, labor efficiency, cost reduction, and process changes.
• Participate in process reviews, prototype builds, time studies, production feedback, dimensional checks, fit reviews, and first-build evaluations; lead assigned activities as capability develops.
• Support tooling, fixtures, templates, and validation setups.
• Assist with body-to-chassis mounting-bracket design, including fit, alignment, clearances, materials, fasteners, structural requirements, and manufacturability, subject to engineering approval.
• Review records and production documents for accuracy, completeness, safety, and compliance.
• Maintain controlled records and communicate progress, questions, risks, and open actions.
• Prepare technical notes, summaries, and presentations.
• Perform other related duties and support or lead projects as assigned, based on demonstrated capability.

What you need to be successful:

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• No full-time engineering experience is required; internship, co-op, academic project, laboratory, or hands-on manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes, inspection methods, standard work, and production documentation.
• Basic SolidWorks proficiency through coursework, internships, or projects is required.
• Ability to read drawings, assemblies, bills of material, work instructions, and specifications.
• Exposure to fabrication, assembly, dimensional inspection, PDM, or document-control systems is preferred.
• Interest in learning controls and electromechanical components.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, curiosity, and follow-through.
• Foundational engineering and manufacturing knowledge.
• Ability to create clear process documents and visual controls with guidance.
• Basic knowledge of SolidWorks, tooling, fixtures, tolerances, and inspection.
• Ability to follow engineering, document-control, and change-management standards.
• Developing skills in problem-solving, data collection, and solution evaluation.
• Awareness of 5S, process mapping, time studies, waste reduction, and corrective action.
• Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, communicate clearly, and collaborate across departments.

Why Aebi Schmidt Group?

Our people are our greatest asset, and your success is our success! That's why we provide comprehensive benefits that support your health, financial security, and work-life balance-so you can thrive both personally and professionally.

• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Wellness Plan
• Financial Security: 401(k) with match, Disability, Life Insurance
• Work/Life & Growth: Educational Reimbursement, EAP, Dependent Care

At Aebi Schmidt Group, we don't just offer benefits-we invest in your well-being. Join us and experience the difference!

Who we are:


The Aebi Schmidt Group is a
global leader in intelligent solutions for customers who care for clean and
safe infrastructure and cultivate challenging grounds.

At Aebi Schmidt USA, we are
proud to offer a wide range of high-quality products designed specifically for
your unique needs. Our global product brands bring you an exceptional variety
of equipment for both summer and winter maintenance, airport operations, and
agricultural technology. From sweepers and trailers to spreaders and snowplows,
we have the equipment you need to tackle any challenge. Our dedicated workforce
is committed to helping you achieve economic, safe, and efficient solutions
that improve your performance and overcome any obstacle.

Our mission at Aebi Schmidt
Group is to go beyond individual projects and strive for total solutions. We
believe in providing you with comprehensive and integrated systems that enable
efficient and effective operations. Whether you're behind the wheel of a
snowplow truck in winter, cleaning the streets in summer, keeping airport
runways clear, or hauling rental equipment on a trailer, we have a custom
solution to help you overcome any challenge that the environment might throw at
you.



Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
Aebi Schmidt Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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