Process development engineer Jobs in Madison, WI

Process EngineerWe're looking for a dependable Process Engineer who will be located in our Madison, WI facility that thrives in a fast‑paced GMP manufacturing environment and takes pride in developing reliable processes, supporting new product development, and driving continuous improvement. If you have strong analytical skills, mechanical understanding, and a passion for improving manufacturing performance, this is a great opportunity to make an impactpensationCommensurate with experience, the range is $70,000 – 85,000 annually.Work ScheduleOnsite: 8 AM – 5 PM | Monday - FridayWhy Placon – You'll Love It HereA hands‑on technical role where your engineering expertise truly mattersOpportunities to grow your skills in new product development, process control, and capital equipment projectsA supportive manufacturing environment with modern equipment and advanced technologyCompetitive pay, great benefits, and a stable onsite Monday–Friday scheduleA culture focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvementWhat You'll DoDevise and execute plans to qualify new products and materialsSupport capital equipment projects by becoming an onsite expert in process and equipmentImprove production efficiency by analyzing process control trends and troubleshooting issuesUse Lean, Six Sigma, and other tools to identify and implement continuous improvement opportunitiesCollect and analyze data; present recommendations through formal reports and presentationsCoordinate with planning and design teams to ensure product and tooling deadlines are metConstruct and maintain technical documents, specifications, and data sheetsEstablish and review product standards for material, labor, and equipmentMaintain understanding of ISO quality systems as they relate to process developmentWrite proposals for capital expenditures and obtain approval What You BringBachelor of Science in Chemical, Materials, Mechanical, or related engineering fieldExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong cross‑functional teamwork and project management abilitiesTechnical competency in polymer materials, processing, and testingUnderstanding statistical analysis and process capabilityStrong problem‑solving and troubleshooting skillsExperience in a manufacturing environment with knowledge of machine components and equipmentAbility to learn and utilize ERP and QMS systemsKnowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and modern manufacturing methodsAbility to lift 10–50 lbs., stand for long periods, and travel as neededSelf‑starter mindset with strong organization, time management, and attention to detailDoes this sound like you?If you feel that this job is what you're looking for, applying is a piece of cake - just follow the instructions on this page. Good luck! This job description reflects the current assignment of essential accountabilities and is not meant to be all-inclusive. Duties and responsibilities may be assigned or reassigned to this job at any time and may be modified to reasonably accommodate an individual with a disability or for other reasons.Placon employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug test, basic physical, background check, educational verification, and reference checks (as applicable).Placon requires that employees have and maintain authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In general, Placon does not sponsor candidates for non-immigrant visas or permanent residency unless based on business need.Placon is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristics.This role requires the ability to work through differing perspectives and resolve conflict in a respectful and professional manner consistent with The Placon Way.