Process and Manufacturing Engineering Manager
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Overview Process and Manufacturing Engineering Manager — Sterling Engineering partner with a leading solar manufacturing company. Location: Greater Seattle Area, WA. Relocation assistance available. 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.
Employment details Employment Type : Full-Time
Base pay range : $100,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr
Compensation : $100,000 – $130,000/year + 15% Annual Bonus Eligibility
Additional compensation : Annual Bonus
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
Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Industrial, Electrical, Electronics, or Manufacturing Engineering
Minimum 3+ years of leadership experience in automated manufacturing
Experience with Six Sigma Black Belt-level projects (certification not required)
Proven ability to apply statistical tools to real-world manufacturing challenges
Experience with SPC, DOE, Process Capability Analysis, and VSM
Strong leadership in fast-paced, highly automated environments
Excellent communication, project management, and problem-solving skills
Familiarity with NEC, NFPA 70, robotics, PLCs, VFDs, HMIs, and AutoCAD
Relocation assistance
Medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Employee recognition and solar panel purchase programs; Employee Assistance Program
Location Greater Seattle Area, WA (Relocation Assistance Available)
Senioritiy level Mid-Senior level
Job function Engineering and Management
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- Location:
- Seattle, WA, United States
- Salary:
- $200,000 - $250,000
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Engineering