Digital Print Process Engineer (Onsite, based in Seattle, WA)
Position Summary
At RPI, we are transforming how products are created, produced, and delivered worldwide through a technology-driven, print‑on‑demand manufacturing platform. Every day, our cloud‑based systems power millions of personalized, on‑demand products that reach customers with speed, quality, and sustainability. We partner with leading brands, publishers, and creative platforms, including Blurb.com, our consumer‑facing self‑publishing brand, to bring ideas to life at global scale through a distributed manufacturing network.
We are looking for a highly motivated Digital Print Process Engineer to lead process development and optimization across our digital print production environment. This role requires expertise in digital printing technologies, pre‑press workflows, and print production validation. The ideal candidate will drive quality, efficiency, and innovation in a fast‑paced, high‑volume digital print setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with design, prepress, and operations teams to ensure seamless end‑to‑end production.
- Review proposed project scopes and provide input to optimize manufacturing efficiency.
- Develop, draft, and implement comprehensive test plans based on project scope, requirements, and objectives to ensure accurate validation and quality outcomes.
- Develop and execute validation protocols for new digital print products, processes, substrates, and equipment.
- Conduct print trials, performance testing, and documentation to ensure production readiness and compliance.
- Partner with quality and regulatory teams to maintain validation standards.
- Monitor print output for defects and inconsistencies; assist in root cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Help maintain an accurate database for all SOPs, and ensure documentation of materials testing, pre‑press changes, and work instructions.
- Maintain and update an accurate database of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensuring thorough documentation of materials testing, pre‑press adjustments, and work instructions to support production consistency and compliance.
- Assist and conduct hands‑on training sessions for operators on digital print best practices, ensuring adherence to quality standards, operational efficiency, and equipment safety.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in digital print manufacturing, with strong exposure to pre‑press and production validation.
- Experience with digital print platforms such as HP Indigo, Xerox, Canon, or similar.
- Understanding of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
- Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
- Self‑driven and motivated, with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
- Strong team player who thrives in collaborative environments.
- Demonstrates ownership of tasks and a proactive approach to problem‑solving.
- Demonstrates flexibility and willingness to travel to other company locations as required to support operational needs and cross‑site collaboration.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with web‑to‑print workflows.
- Knowledge of RIP software (e.g., HP, Fiery, etc.), Adobe Creative Suite, and color management.
- Familiarity with automation tools and digital press APIs.
- Experience with Rotary Die Cutting, Guillotine, and Book Binding equipment.
- Knowledge of substrate behavior and ink interaction in digital environments.
- Project management experience in a digital print or commercial print setting.
At RPI, we recognize the strength in diversity and strongly encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are committed to equal opportunity and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
RPI is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities and will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Please note that the job description may be periodically reviewed as duties and responsibilities evolve with business needs. Essential and other job functions are subject to modification, and reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
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