Process Engineer - Allendale Area

Process Engineer | Allendale, MI

Salary Range: $70,000 - $104,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for optimizing manufacturing processes and improving efficiency? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Allendale seeking experienced Process Engineers.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Allendale region seeking Process Engineers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Optimize existing manufacturing processes for efficiency, cost reduction, and quality improvement.
• Troubleshoot and resolve process-related issues, production bottlenecks, and deviations.
• Design, develop, and implement new manufacturing processes or process improvements.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, including SOPs, PFDs, and technical specifications.
• Analyze process data to identify trends, root causes of problems, and opportunities for enhancement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on equipment selection, installation, and commissioning.
• Ensure processes comply with safety, environmental, and quality standards and regulations.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in process engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with process optimization methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, SPC) and root cause analysis.
• Experience with process simulation software, CAD, and data analysis tools (e.g., Minitab, JMP).
• Demonstrated ability to identify and resolve complex process issues to improve efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams.

Bonus Qualifications

• Six Sigma Black Belt certification
• Proficiency with process simulation software (e.g., Aspen HYSYS, Arena)
• Experience with PLC/DCS systems or industrial automation
• Advanced data visualization or programming skills (e.g., Power BI, Python for data analysis)

Job Titles That Should Apply

Manufacturing Engineer, Industrial Engineer, Continuous Improvement Engineer, Lean Engineer, Process Improvement Engineer, Production Engineer, Operations Engineer, Chemical Process Engineer, Process Optimization Engineer, Senior Process Engineer

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.