Process Engineer I at Knowles Corporation

Valencia, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Process Engineering, Troubleshooting, Root Cause Analysis, Manufacturing Processes, Statistical Tools, Technical Documentation, SOP Development, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Microsoft Office, Data Analysis, Cross-functional Collaboration, Quality Control, Bilingual, Preventive Maintenance

Industry

electrical;Appliances;and Electronics Manufacturing

Description

Job Overview: The Process Engineer I plays a critical role in supporting and optimizing the manufacturing of multi-layer capacitor devices. This position is responsible for ensuring that production processes remain efficient, reliable, and capable of delivering high-quality products with improved throughput and yield. The engineer will contribute to both sustaining and developing manufacturing processes, working cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence. Duties & Responsibilities: * Provide daily production support by troubleshooting process issues and coordinating with production teams to maintain smooth operations. * Sustain and improve existing manufacturing processes to ensure consistent performance, high product quality, and operational efficiency. * Contribute to moderate-complexity process improvement initiatives focused on enhancing yield, throughput, and quality. * Develop and update technical documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), preventive maintenance (PM) plans, work instructions, and process flow diagrams. * Analyze production data to identify trends, drive corrective actions, and support decision-making through time and cost evaluations. * Actively participate in Daily Management (DM) boards, delivering engineering updates, resolving issues, and supporting Front End engineering requests. * Support the implementation and scale-up of new manufacturing technologies and processes. * Perform hands-on troubleshooting and root cause analysis for recurring production challenges. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including Front End, Back End Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance—to drive process optimization and resolve issues. * Assist in evaluating and integrating new equipment, including authoring SOPs and training materials. * Ensure all processes and documentation align with internal quality standards and industry best practices. * Contribute to quality investigations and corrective actions related to customer complaints. * Perform additional duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational goals. Qualifications & Skills: * Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Materials Science, or a related field) * Bilingual in English and Spanish * Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) * Working knowledge of AutoCAD or SolidWorks, with the ability to create and interpret technical drawings * Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills; familiarity with statistical tools is a plus * Effective written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of clear technical documentation * All applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. Physical Requirements: * To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. * Ability to observe small components through the use of a microscope * Mental and visual acuity necessary to perform duties * Effective coordination of manual dexterity * Effective concentration and coordination

Responsibilities

The Process Engineer I is responsible for supporting and optimizing manufacturing processes for multi-layer capacitor devices to ensure efficiency and quality. This role involves troubleshooting production issues, developing technical documentation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement.