Senior Processing Engineer

DirectPath Recruiting Services
Chicago, US
On-site

Why this role

Pace
Steady
Collaboration
High
Autonomy
Medium
Decision Impact
Team
Role Level
Team Lead

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What success looks like

  • Successfully led process engineering initiatives
  • Improved operational performance through process improvements
Typical background
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering10+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering

Transferable backgrounds

  • Coming from Manufacturing Engineer
  • Coming from Process Engineer

Skills & requirements

Required

Cold FormingManufacturing EngineeringTooling DesignCad/caeProject Management

Preferred

Lean ManufacturingSix Sigma

Stack & domain

Cold FormingMetal FormingCad/caeSapMinitabSpcManufacturingEngineering

About the role

Original posting from DirectPath Recruiting Services via LinkedIn

🚨 Senior Processing Engineer – Cold Forming | Global Automotive Manufacturing

DirectPath Recruiting Services is partnering with a global automotive manufacturer seeking a Senior Processing Engineer with strong expertise in Cold Forming and metal forming operations.

This is a highly visible engineering leadership role supporting global manufacturing facilities while driving process innovation, tooling design, capital equipment projects, and operational improvements across multiple plants.

💰 Compensation & Benefits:

  • Base salary: $100K – $130K
  • 15% annual bonus opportunity
  • Extremely attractive ESOP plan
  • Strong long-term growth potential within a global organization

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead cold forming process engineering initiatives across multiple facilities
  • Drive manufacturing process improvements, tooling optimization, and best practices
  • Manage capital equipment projects from concept through startup and runoff
  • Support product launches, process capability analysis, and capacity planning
  • Partner closely with plant leadership to improve operational performance
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives utilizing DMAIC, 8D, SPC, and data-driven problem solving

What They’re Looking For:

✔ 10+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in automotive or metal forming environments

✔ Strong hands-on experience with cold forming processes

✔ Background in tooling design and capital project execution

✔ Experience with CAD/CAE platforms, SAP, Minitab, and SPC systems

✔ Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related technical field

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineering professional looking to make a significant impact within a growing, employee-focused organization offering strong compensation and long-term wealth-building potential.

Source: DirectPath Recruiting Services careers (LinkedIn)

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