Process & Mfg Engineering Manager in Seattle

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Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSterling is partnering with a leading solar manufacturing company to hire a Process and Manufacturing Engineering Manager for their state-of-the-art facility in the Greater Seattle Area, WA 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.
Location: Burlington, WA (Relocation Assistance Available)
Employment Type: Full-TimeCompensation: $100,000 – $130,000/year + 15% Annual Bonus Eligibility

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

Benefits:

• Competitive salary + 15% annual bonus
• Relocation assistance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee recognition and solar panel purchase programs
• Employee Assistance Program

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