Process Engineer - Blacksburg - Wolverine Advanced Materials

    Wolverine Advanced Materials
    Wolverine Advanced Materials Blacksburg

    1 week ago

    Description
    About Wolverine Advanced Materials
    Wolverine Advanced Materials produces and sells performance-critical, specialty elastomer-coated metals used in gaskets for automotive & industrial applications; automotive brake noise insulators and NVH (noise, vibration & harshness) damping solutions for automotive.
    Wolverine employs approximately 600 people worldwide and has manufacturing operations in Virginia, Florida, Germany, and China, as well as sales & technical offices in Michigan, Germany, Japan, China, Brazil, and India.
    Wolverine Advanced Materials, an entity of Center Rock Capital, is a leading developer and manufacturer of high-performance materials. Our core competency is in performance-critical, specialty elastomer-coated metals that offer damping and seal-ability solutions in the automotive and gasket industries.
    Center Rock Capital is a company where they see potential where others may not look; and as a team we can find the right solution to the right challenge.
    For more information, visit or
    About the role
    The Process Engineer supports manufacturing operations by providing technical guidance on shop floor methods and processes for assigned equipment. Maintains and ensures the accuracy of Manufacturing Process Planning documentation and labor standards. Drives continuous improvement initiatives to enhance Safety, quality, delivery and cost reduction.
    This position is located on site in Blacksburg, VA. (no remote work).
    What you'll do
    • Provide process input to design engineering, including tooling, fixtures, validation, and ensuring key characteristics and tolerances are defined.
    • Collaborate with product and process development teams to establish robust manufacturing processes, including PFMEA, validation/verification, documentation (DHR/DMR), and final product release.
    • Lead and implement continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Six Sigma projects, Kaizen workshops, 5S, value stream mapping, and manufacturing optimization to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and cost performance.
    • Develop, update, and maintain all manufacturing process documentation (e.g., process plans, routings, BOMs, SMPs, Work Instructions), ensuring compliance with engineering changes and quality system requirements.
    • Apply advanced methodologies (DOE, FMEA, SPC, Cpk, Gage R&R) and structured problem-solving techniques to reduce variation, enhance process capability, and resolve production issues.
    • Provide technical support and training to shop floor personnel, resolving production issues and driving improvements in manufacturing processes.
    • Partner with suppliers and purchasing teams to interpret drawings, develop manufacturing documentation, resolve technical issues, and recommend equipment acquisitions to improve manufacturing capability.
    • Identify and implement improvements in manufacturing methods to enhance product quality, schedule performance, and reduce manufacturing costs.
    • Ensure compliance with customer requirements and quality standards by supporting audits, corrective/preventive actions, process validations, and capacity analyses.
    • Travel as required to support business needs.
    • Perform additional duties as needed, such as print checking, fixture design, and process validation.
    The organization shall maintain documented information that demonstrates that all employees are aware of their impact on product quality and the importance of their activities in achieving, maintaining, and improving quality, including customer requirements and the risks involved for the customer with non-conforming product. If there are gaps within an employee's competency and job position requirements, then additional training will be evaluated, and the employee will be responsible for gaining certification or training as appropriate.
    The above is intended to describe the general content of, and the requirements for, the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.
    Qualifications
    • Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline (BSME, BSIE) with at least 2 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment providing direct process support.
    • Experience using risk management tools such as PFMEA and control plans.
    • Knowledge of metal stamping and rubber coating manufacturing is preferred.
    • Training and experience in practices such as TPM, FMEA, SPC, DOE, VSM, 5S, and Lean Six Sigma is strongly preferred.
    • Shainin Red X and Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred.
    • Proficient in PC-based software, including word processing, spreadsheets, project management, statistical analysis, and CAD/CAM tools.
    • Values others' ideas and demonstrates experience working effectively in a team environment.
    • Ability to work well with a diverse group of people.
    • Works well under pressure and manages multiple projects simultaneously.
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
    • Results-oriented self-starter with initiative.
    • Excellent oral and written communication skills.

  • Process Engineer

    4 days ago

    Only for registered members Blacksburg

    VPT Inc has an immediate opening for a Process Engineer to support overseas manufacturing site addressing production quality material supply challenges driving process improvement increasing yield throughput. · ...

  • Process Engineer

    4 days ago

    Only for registered members Blacksburg

    VPT Inc has an immediate opening for a Process Engineer in our Blacksburg VA headquarters. · ...

  • Process Engineer

    1 month ago

    Only for registered members Blacksburg Full time

    The Process Engineer supports manufacturing operations by providing technical guidance on shop floor methods and processes for assigned equipment. · ...

  • Process Engineer

    1 month ago

    Only for registered members Blacksburg

    The Process Engineer supports manufacturing operations by providing technical guidance on shop floor methods and processes for assigned equipment. Maintains and ensures the accuracy of Manufacturing Process Planning documentation and labor standards. Drives continuous improvement ...

  • Process Engineer

    4 days ago

    Only for registered members Blacksburg, VA

    The Process Engineer supports manufacturing operations by providing technical guidance on shop floor methods and processes for assigned equipment. · ...

  • Process Engineer

    4 days ago

    Only for registered members Blacksburg Full time

    VPT Inc has an opening for Process Engineer in Blacksburg VA headquarters reporting to the Process Engineering Manager Support overseas manufacturing site by addressing production quality and material supply challenges while driving process improvement increase yield and throughp ...

  • Process Engineer

    3 days ago

    Only for registered members Blacksburg, VA

    VPT Inc has an immediate opening for a Process Engineer at our Blacksburg VA headquarters. Reporting to the Process Engineering Manager the Process Engineer will be a key member within our Quality Department. · ...

  • Process Engineer

    1 month ago

    Only for registered members Blacksburg, VA

    The Process Engineer supports manufacturing operations by providing technical guidance on shop floor methods and processes for assigned equipment. · Maintains and ensures the accuracy of Manufacturing Process Planning documentation and labor standards. · Drives continuous improve ...

  • Process Engineer

    1 month ago

    Only for registered members Salem

    We are looking for a Process Engineer to join our team in Salem, VA. The selected candidate will be responsible for designing and improving manufacturing processes to maximize efficiency, quality, and productivity. · Proficiency in analyzing and developing process workflows. · ...

  • Process Engineer

    1 month ago

    Only for registered members Salem Full time

    The Process engineer is responsible for developing configuring and optimizing industrial processes. · Bachelor's degree in engineering or 8 years of relevant experience · Advanced computer skills and AUTOCAD · ...

  • Process Engineer

    1 month ago

    Only for registered members Salem, VA

    This is a full-time role for a Process Engineer located in Salem, VA. The Process Engineer will design and improve manufacturing processes to maximize efficiency and quality. · Daily tasks include analyzing operations and identifying areas for process optimization. ...

  • Process Engineer

    1 month ago

    Only for registered members Salem, VA

    The process engineer develops industrial processes from inception to start up and certification. · ...

  • Mechanical Process Engineer

    1 day ago

    Only for registered members Radford $86,460 - $146,982 (USD)

    As part of our Ordnance Systems team in Radford VA you will be working alongside some of the industry's top talent on the forefront of energetics technology. · The Process Engineer will be responsible for evaluating current processes and configuring manufacturing systems to reduc ...

  • Process Engineer Intern

    1 month ago

    Only for registered members Roanoke

    We are looking for Process Engineer Intern to join us Spring or Summer 2026 at Marvin. · Provide Production lines and other Process Support sub-groups with strategic plans and tactical short-term actions to drive and sustain continuous operational improvements. · Use innovative p ...

  • Process Engineer Intern

    11 hours ago

    Only for registered members Roanoke, Virginia, United States

    We are looking for Process Engineer Intern to join us Spring or Summer 2026 at Marvin. · High School Diploma/GED required. · ...

  • Process Automation Engineer Models (EE25177)

    1 day ago

    Only for registered members Roanoke Full time

    Develop and implement algorithms for industrial machinery control. · ...

  • Process Automation Engineer Models (EE25177)

    11 hours ago

    Only for registered members Roanoke, Virginia, United States

    Job summary · Develop algorithms and transfer functions that define the electro-mechanical operation of industrial machinery primarily metal rolling mills Verify these algorithms and transfer functions using computer simulation of mechanical processes or analysis of empirical dat ...

  • Process Automation Engineer Models (EE25177)

    1 day ago

    Only for registered members Roanoke Full time

    Develop algorithms and transfer functions that define the electro-mechanical operation of industrial machinery primarily metal rolling mills Verify these algorithms and transfer functions using computer simulation of mechanical processes and/or analysis of empirical data from ope ...

  • Process Automation Engineer Models (EE25177)

    1 day ago

    Only for registered members Greater Roanoke Area

    Develop algorithms and transfer functions that define the electro-mechanical operation of industrial machinery, · primarily metal rolling mills. · Verify these algorithms and transfer functions using computer simulation of mechanical processes. · Provide regular, accurate, and co ...

  • Process Automation L2 Field Engineer (EE25139)

    4 days ago

    Only for registered members Roanoke, Virginia, United States

    Provide Technical Advisory Services (TAS) to coordinate installation and commissioning activities for assigned projects while meeting project schedules and performance criteria. · ...

  • Manufacturing Engineer

    1 month ago

    Only for registered members Blacksburg Full time

    The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for designing developing and improving manufacturing processes tooling and equipment to support safe efficient and cost-effective production. · ...

Jobs
>
Process engineer
>
Jobs for Process engineer in Blacksburg