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Continuous Improvement Engineer
Illinois Tool Works
Roselle, IL
…manufacturing costs and waste, and to improve safety, product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and machine…
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Lead Ceramic Engineer – Production Quality
GE Vernova
Wilmington, NC
The Global Nuclear Fuels (GNF) Fuel Manufacturing Operation (FMO) Ceramic Engineer – Production Quality is responsible for multiple quality activities to support the production of ceramic…
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GPS Engineer
Applied Materials
Santa Clara, CA · Santa Clara
Partner with Quality & Reliability (Q&R) group to review and address Top Field Issues. Participate in or own CAPA process. Conduct or facilitate Failure Analysis (FA) if needed
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Controls Project Designer
IMEG Consultants Corp.
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…Columbus, Ohio office. As a Controls Project Designer, you will lead design efforts for low to moderately complex projects, working closely with senior staff to ensure successful project…
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Construction Materials Testing Field Manager
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Tempe, AZ
We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our…
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Senior Data Scientist
Capgemini
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Staff Site Reliability Engineer
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…product delivery safe and fast. As a Staff Site Reliability Engineer, you’ll lead by building reliable-by-default platforms, tooling, and patterns that product teams adopt at scale. You…
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Battery Test Engineer - Aeromechanical
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- $135,000 to $155,000 USD / year
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Senior Flight Software Engineer
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…the success of Planet’s missions. As a Senior Flight Software Engineer for Superdove, you will lead ongoing development, verification, and on-orbit anomaly escalation for Planet’s core…
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Packaging Engineer - Columbus, OH
Abbott Laboratories
Columbus, OH
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Senior Mechanical Engineer 2 - Nuclear
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BS or MS in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering from an ABET accredited program with academic coursework in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfers
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Lead Supplier Quality Engineer - Forgings & Materials
General Electric Company
Remote, United States
- $100,000 to $133,000 USD / year
Supplier Quality Engineer for Aerospace Forgings, Closed Die, and Rings. This role is ideal for individuals with a solid foundation in Forgings processes who can translate that expertise…
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Lead Supplier Quality Engineer - Metallic Powders & Melting
General Electric Company
Remote, United States
Supplier Quality Engineer for Aerospace Forgings, Mill Melting, & Conversion Process. This role is for people with a solid foundation in the Melting, Conversion, or Forgings processes, who…
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Staff Mechanical Engineer - Engine Assembly (On-site Engineering Lead)
General Electric Company
United States
Lead a cross-functional project that measurably improves quality, cycle time, or delivery - and become the engineer the floor calls first.
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Manager, Engineering
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Principal/Senior Plant Maintenance Engineer
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Composites, Manufacturing Engineer II
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Designs and reviews tooling to meet program production rates, quality needs, and technical specifications.
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Data Governance, Quality, Lineage & Secure Compliance The role will operationalize DoD Data Strategy principles, implement rigorous automated data validation, quality checking, data…
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Mechanical Engineer
Actalent
Aurora, CO
- $40 to $60 USD / hour
Lead or support the redesign of existing products to reduce cost, improve efficiencies, and enhance quality.
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Senior PCB Layout Engineer
Actalent
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- $50 to $75 USD / hour
…high-density boards that meet demanding performance, reliability, and quality…
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Sr Engineer Civil/Structural
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Downers Grove, IL
Zachry Engineering Corporation (ZEC) is currently looking for a talented and self-motivated Senior Structural Engineer to join our Downers Grove, IL office. The ideal candidate will lead…
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Sr Engineer Piping
Zachry Group
Downers Grove, IL
The Senior Piping Engineer will play a critical role in the engineering design, analysis, and development of complex piping systems for onshore oil & gas, chemical, LNG, and renewable…
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Packaging Engineer - Columbus, OH
Abbott Laboratories
OH
Our location in Columbus, OH, currently has an opportunity for a Packaging Engineer. This position is responsible for implementing and supporting test method validation and instrument…
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Staff QA Engineer
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Lead Process Engineer

Springfield, VA, United States

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $130000.00/hr.

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Pay: Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $130000.00/hr.
Experience: 58 years of experience in a relevant engineering or process-focused role, ideally within chemical, polymer, or related manufacturing environments.
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 2, 2026

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Job Title: Lead Process EngineerJob DescriptionThe Lead Process Engineer oversees the operations and team members of a new polymer facility, ensuring a smooth transition from the existing plant while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency. This role focuses on producing high-quality varnishes in a cost-effective manner, optimizing PLC-controlled processes, and driving continuous improvement across varnish production and maintenance activities. The Lead Process Engineer serves as a key interface with international counterparts, supports data-driven decision-making, and ensures full compliance with all applicable regulations.Responsibilities

Manage the day-to-day operations of the new polymer facility and lead the employees working in varnish production and maintenance.
Lead and support the successful cutover from the present facility to the new polymer plant, minimizing disruption to production and quality.
Ensure that varnishes are manufactured to consistently high quality standards while maintaining cost-effective and efficient operations in a safe working environment.
Update, maintain, and ensure proper programming and functionality of PLC-controlled equipment to support reliable and optimized production processes.
Recognize anomalies in the production process, interpret and analyze process data, and determine appropriate corrective and preventive actions.
Help author and refine emergency procedures for backup or shutdown of equipment in the event of outages of power, compressed air, or other critical utilities.
Interface directly with international counterparts to define and refine manufacturing KPIs, and extract and analyze data from SAP or similar systems to support these metrics.
Collaborate closely with the EHS & Quality Systems leadership to ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, and to promote a strong safety and environmental culture.
Participate in safety inspections, review safety inspection reports, and manage the timely resolution of any identified discrepancies or non-conformances.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives within varnish operations, using KPIs and data to identify opportunities to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety.
Oversee the Maintenance Department responsible for maintaining plant buildings, utilities, and production equipment, ensuring high levels of reliability and uptime.
Execute and improve preventative maintenance practices to reduce unplanned downtime and extend equipment life.
Assess performance, skills, and training needs for varnish plant and maintenance employees, and support the development of training plans and coaching initiatives.
Apply supply chain and ordering knowledge to support material availability, production scheduling, and efficient use of resources.
Promote adherence to manufacturing safety protocols and foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Essential Skills

58 years of experience in a relevant engineering or process-focused role, ideally within chemical, polymer, or related manufacturing environments.
Mechanical or Chemical Engineering background, with a strong understanding of process operations and equipment.
Hands-on PLC programming experience, including updating, maintaining, and troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment.
Ability to lead and manage a team of approximately four employees, providing direction, coaching, and performance feedback.
Strong understanding of manufacturing safety protocols and the ability to apply them in a plant environment.
Experience in process analysis, problem-solving, and decision-making based on data and observed process behavior.
Capability to collaborate effectively with EHS and Quality functions to maintain regulatory compliance and drive safety initiatives.
Experience overseeing or working closely with maintenance functions and preventative maintenance programs.
Ability to interpret and work with production data, including extracting information from systems such as SAP or similar ERP platforms.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Mechanical or Chemical Engineering degree or equivalent education and experience.
background in chemical or polymer processes, varnish production, or similar industrial manufacturing.
Experience with supply chain and ordering processes to support production planning and material availability.
Familiarity with setting, tracking, and improving manufacturing KPIs and performance metrics.
Experience authoring or contributing to emergency procedures and operational documentation.
Strong communication skills to interface with international counterparts and cross-functional teams.
Demonstrated ability to assess training needs and support skill development for plant and maintenance personnel.
Continuous improvement mindset with experience implementing process enhancements in a production environment.

Work EnvironmentThis is an onsite role based at a polymer and varnish manufacturing facility, operating primarily Monday through Friday. The position requires regular presence on the plant floor to oversee operations, equipment, and maintenance activities, with the option to work virtually or from home on Fridays when responsibilities allow. The environment includes working around PLC-controlled production equipment, process utilities, and maintenance operations, with a strong emphasis on safety, regulatory compliance, and preventative maintenance. Collaboration with cross-functional teams, including EHS, Quality, Maintenance, and international counterparts, is a regular part of the workday. The facility culture values meaningful impact, global collaboration, and continuous innovation, offering the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge solutions that support a safer and more trustworthy world. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Springfield, VA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $130000.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Springfield, VA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Springfield,VA.About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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Skills

PLC
Decision making
Production processes
Manage quantitative data
SAP
Quality control systems
Leadership
Regulatory compliance
Inspection
Process improvement
Coaching
Supply chain management
Schedule production
Chemical engineering
PLC programming
Troubleshooting
Manage a team
Problem solving
ERP
Production planning
Documentation
Communication skills
Collaboration

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