Process Engineer - Industrial - Chicopee, MA

This individual will work closely with production, quality, maintenance, and leadership teams to improve efficiency, reduce costs, enhance product quality, and ensure safe, reliable manufacturing processes. The Process Engineer will support manufacturing operations by leading process optimization initiatives, implementing new equipment and technologies, and managing capital projects from concept through commissioning.

The Process Engineer will support manufacturing operations by leading process optimization initiatives, implementing new equipment and technologies, and managing capital projects from concept through commissioning. This individual will work closely with production, quality, maintenance, and leadership teams to improve efficiency, reduce costs, enhance product quality, and ensure safe, reliable manufacturing processes.

• Lead equipment installations, process development, and CAPEX projects.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity and quality.
• Analyze manufacturing performance and implement corrective actions.
• Support safety, ergonomic, and risk-reduction programs across operations.
• Develop process documentation, training materials, and operating standards.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Lead high-impact CAPEX projects driving plant growth and efficiency.Own process improvements with clear influence on operations and safety.

The ideal candidate is a results-oriented manufacturing or process engineering professional with experience driving operational improvements in a production environment. They possess strong technical problem-solving skills, project management capabilities, and a track record of implementing manufacturing technologies that deliver measurable business results.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or similar field.
• 5+ years of manufacturing, process, or production engineering experience.
• Experience leading equipment selection, validation, and commissioning projects.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement tools.
• Strong communication, analytical, and cross-functional leadership skills.

Our client is a well-established manufacturer serving industrial markets with highly engineered products used in demanding applications. The organization has built a reputation for quality, innovation, and operational excellence, supported by ongoing investments in manufacturing technology and process improvement.

With a strong commitment to employee development and continuous improvement, the company offers engineers the opportunity to make a visible impact on production performance. The environment is collaborative, fast-paced, and focused on driving sustainable growth through operational excellence and technological advancement.

This opportunity offers the chance to join a growing manufacturing organization where engineers are empowered to lead meaningful projects that improve operations and support business growth. The successful candidate will gain exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies while working in an environment that values innovation, safety, and continuous improvement.

• High visibility role with ownership of strategic engineering projects.
• Opportunity to drive operational excellence and plant modernization.
• Competitive compensation and long-term career growth potential.