The Process Engineer designs and industrializes processes based on product requirements, ensuring alignment with project objectives (functional competency requirements). The role is responsible for commissioning, acceptance, and optimization of production and testing equipment and the associated mechanical, electrical, automation, cybersecurity, and EE processes. The role is also responsible for standardization, knowledge transfer, and support.

Production

• Supports manufacturing plants during ramp-up, commissioning, trial production runs, and ongoing series production within the assigned area of responsibility.
• Ensures process stability, equipment availability, quality, and performance, and identifies and implements improvements during production ramp-up and ongoing operations, particularly through retrofit, upgrade, and standardization initiatives.
• Conducts training, ensures effective knowledge transfer to the plants, and provides third-level support as required.

Projects

• Implements industrialization and equipment projects within the assigned area of responsibility, particularly those involving new equipment acquisitions, modifications, relocations, and optimization.
• Supports or leads work packages throughout the project life cycle, from kickoff through handover to series production
• Creates, maintains, and aligns process and equipment specifications, checklists, technical specifications, and engineering standards in coordination with Development, Manufacturing Engineering Technology (MET), and Production.
• Coordinates technical matters with suppliers, reviews quotations and technical documentation, and ensures compliance with applicable requirements and standards.
• Plans, organizes, and carries out testing, commissioning, trial production runs, and preliminary and final acceptance activities, including all associated documentation.
• Supports change management activities and implements changes in accordance with defined processes.
• Serves as the technical liaison between departments and suppliers

Processes

• Creates, revises, and releases process and technology standards and other technical requirements documents
• Supports the implementation and monitoring of relevant quality methods and quality requirements
• Configures and optimizes equipment functions, particularly in the areas of axis systems, hydraulics and pneumatics, lubrication and dosing technology, joining technology, HMI and control systems, vision systems, sensors, testing methods, and safety functions.
• Develops and aligns process chains for ECU-related testing and manufacturing
• Creates and revises setup instructions, work instructions, standards, acceptance documentation, and validation documents.
• Creates and releases process configurations and parameters
• Incorporates production experience and lessons learned into procurement, standardization, and optimization processes.

• A bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering is preferred; equivalent training and experience may be considered.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant Manufacturing Engineering processes, methods, and standards.
• Understanding of production processes, industrialization, manufacturing equipment, manufacturing technologies, and production-related workflows.
• Knowledge of quality, cost, schedule, and process KPIs and their importance for robust production processes.
• Experience in analyzing, optimizing, and standardizing technical or organizational processes.

• Proficiency in relevant IT systems, engineering tools, documentation systems, and digital tools applicable to the role.

• Knowledge of project management, problem-solving methodologies, and structured action tracking.
• Basic understanding of business and financial principles within the area of responsibility.

• Good written and verbal English communication skills; German language skills are a plus.

• Willingness to continuously expand expertise and actively apply new technologies, methods, and standards.

Special Requirements / Working Conditions

• Entrepreneurial thinking and behavior within assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Resilience, commitment, flexibility, and assertiveness in a dynamic, technical, and project-oriented environment.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills when working with supervisors, colleagues, project stakeholders, plants, customers, and suppliers.
• Ability to work effectively in interdisciplinary and international teams across different functions, locations, and cultures.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (approximately 30%).

• Adherence to applicable compliance, occupational safety, quality, and data protection requirements, as well as company policies.
• Careful handling of confidential information, technical data, and proprietary company knowledge.

• Willingness to actively support change initiatives and adopt new ways of working, systems, and standards.

The [above] is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bilstein has great benefits to offer!

• A state-of-the-art OE manufacturing plant with a strong focus on safety and cleanliness.
• Multiple competitive Health, Dental & Vision Coverage options.
• 401K matching program.
• Paid time off + 13 paid holidays.
• Paid volunteer hours.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Gym reimbursement.
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
• Internal growth opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Discounted BILSTEIN products.

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