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Engineering Process Technician

Smiths Group · QC · Full-time · Posted 2026-08-11

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Job description

The Process Technician supports the development, validation, continual improvement and transfer of manufacturing processes. This role collaborates closely with engineering, quality, and production teams to ensure processes are robust, validated, and capable of meeting product and regulatory requirements. Mechanical design and drafting skills are applied to support tooling, fixtures, and process development activities. Responsibilities Support the development, implementation and improvement of manufacturing processes. Participate in New Product Introduction (NPI) and technology transfer to manufacturing. Support process validation activities, testing, and qualification of equipment and processes. Assist in defining and developing parameters, control plans, work instructions, and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Conducts process testing, trials, data collection and analysis to support continuous improvement. Support root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and corrective actions to improve processes, work instructions, and process parameters. Provide hands-on technical support to production for troubleshooting process development and optimization. Apply mechanical design and drafting skills to design or modify tooling, fixtures, and equipment. Support equipment setup, basic programing, maintenance activities, and troubleshooting of equipment. Ensure equipment and tooling meet process and production requirements. Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to ensure compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements. Maintain technical documentation related to processes, validations, and changes. Provide technical guidance and training for operators and production personnel when needed. Required DEC (Quebec), Technical diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Physics Engineering or equivalent field. Ability to travel domestically and internationally Experience in manufacturing or process engineering environments. Preferred Experience with regulated manufacturing environments Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement tools Experience with SPC, or process capability analysis 1 or more years in manufacturing, process engineering or equivalent Experience working in a hands-on, production or lab environment Technical Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of process validation, test, and qualification methodologies Proficiency in mechanical design and drafting (SolidWorks) Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills Good communication and teamwork