Process & Mfg Engineering Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Sterling is partnering with a leading solar manufacturing company to hire a Process and Manufacturing Engineering Manager for their state-of-the-art facility in the Greater Seattle Area, WA This is a high-impact leadership role focused on driving process optimization, statistical capability, and new product introductions in a fast-paced, highly automated environment.

Location : Burlington, WA (Relocation Assistance Available)

E mployment Type : Full-Time

Compensation : $100,000 – $130,000 / year + 15% Annual Bonus Eligibility

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing engineering team
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and technical excellence
• Influence and motivate individual contributors toward shared goals
• Apply SPC (Statistical Process Control) and DOE (Design of Experiments) to optimize manufacturing processes
• Conduct Process Capability Analysis to ensure Six Sigma-level performance during product ramp-up
• Use VSM (Value Stream Mapping) to identify and eliminate inefficiencies
• Interpret and apply statistical data—not just collect it—to validate and scale processes
• Collaborate with R&D and operations to transition new designs into full-scale production
• Ensure statistical process capability is achieved early in the product lifecycle
• Lead or contribute to DFSS (Design for Six Sigma) projects from concept to launch
• Oversee equipment installation, debugging, and continuous improvement
• Manage budgets, timelines, and deliverables for engineering projects
• Troubleshoot automation systems, robotics, PLCs, and HMIs

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