Assistant Process Engineer Jobs
Assistant Process Engineer jobs are open across chemical manufacturing, oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, and food production, from entry-level to senior associate, with specializations in process optimization, plant operations, and quality systems. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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COP2026 - 45 Assistant Manager, Process Engineering (Paint)
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Position Summary:
Assist in the management of Paint Department staff directly related to the assigned operational section in the paint shop in an auto manufacturing environment
while ensuring HMMA policies and procedures are carried out to achieve established company goals and objectives. Responsible for production, efficiency
improvement, and engineering in the application and robotic processes in sealer, primer, and topcoat areas.
Essential Functions:
- Support and meet all business plans; meet all Key Performance Indicators (KPI).
- Ensure appropriate systems in place and appropriate actions taken to maintain the facility in good operating condition.
- Conduct analysis and prepare reports on production process; provide updates and reports to management.
- Ensure consistency in standards and documentation; monitor and ensure compliance.
- Maintain and improve process control systems.
- Monitor and evaluate product key characteristics.
- Support new product and material introductions; interact with design team to coordinate new model launches.
- Lead and support sealer, deadener, RPP robotic program (training, vision, improvements).
- Develop, chart, track process metrics (Visc, pressures, etc); manage and trend process equipment (sealer oven, robots).
- Make countermeasures for timely completion of project goals.
- Create process plans, bid packages, and project specifications.
- Procure equipment, track budget costs, and project schedules.
- Interface with production, maintenance, engineering, and suppliers. Support cross functional team (CFT) interaction.
- Interact with Quality management team to correct, contain, and resolve vehicle quality concerns.
- Support and manage continuous improvement activities in safety, environmental, quality, cost, efficiency, and productivity objectives; provide feedback to
management on issues; benchmark other organizations for best practices. - Coordinate, train, develop, support, motivate and manage all production group leaders, team leaders, and Team Members; maintain open communication
between Team Members and management; act as a resource to group leaders, team leaders, and Team Members in the resolution of team issues. - Evaluate Team Members’ performance in accordance with company policies including adherence to time/attendance policies, performance metrics, etc.;
conduct performance reviews of group leaders. - Administer, coordinate, and comply with all Business Management System (BMS), Environmental Management System (EMS), and Safety Management
System (SMS) requirements. Team Member may be required to handle hazardous wastes which may include identifying, inspecting, packaging, labelling,
and moving waste in compliance with RCRA regulations. Relevant training will be provided if assigned these job duties. - Meet all other requirements as assigned.
Position Requirements:
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent desired
Related Experience:
5 – 10 years of job related experience in automotive paint desired
Training / Certification:
Skills / Knowledge:
- MSWord
- MS Excel
- MS PowerPoint
- MS Access
Additional Information:
Position may require occasional travel (domestic or foreign). Flexibility in working hours to include weekends, holidays, and off shift. Position may require on-call
duty or overtime due to overall responsibility.
Nearest Major Market: Montgomery
COP2026 - 45 Assistant Manager, Process Engineering (Paint)
COP Apply URL
Apply Now!
Position Summary:
Assist in the management of Paint Department staff directly related to the assigned operational section in the paint shop in an auto manufacturing environment
while ensuring HMMA policies and procedures are carried out to achieve established company goals and objectives. Responsible for production, efficiency
improvement, and engineering in the application and robotic processes in sealer, primer, and topcoat areas.
Essential Functions:
- Support and meet all business plans; meet all Key Performance Indicators (KPI).
- Ensure appropriate systems in place and appropriate actions taken to maintain the facility in good operating condition.
- Conduct analysis and prepare reports on production process; provide updates and reports to management.
- Ensure consistency in standards and documentation; monitor and ensure compliance.
- Maintain and improve process control systems.
- Monitor and evaluate product key characteristics.
- Support new product and material introductions; interact with design team to coordinate new model launches.
- Lead and support sealer, deadener, RPP robotic program (training, vision, improvements).
- Develop, chart, track process metrics (Visc, pressures, etc); manage and trend process equipment (sealer oven, robots).
- Make countermeasures for timely completion of project goals.
- Create process plans, bid packages, and project specifications.
- Procure equipment, track budget costs, and project schedules.
- Interface with production, maintenance, engineering, and suppliers. Support cross functional team (CFT) interaction.
- Interact with Quality management team to correct, contain, and resolve vehicle quality concerns.
- Support and manage continuous improvement activities in safety, environmental, quality, cost, efficiency, and productivity objectives; provide feedback to
management on issues; benchmark other organizations for best practices. - Coordinate, train, develop, support, motivate and manage all production group leaders, team leaders, and Team Members; maintain open communication
between Team Members and management; act as a resource to group leaders, team leaders, and Team Members in the resolution of team issues. - Evaluate Team Members’ performance in accordance with company policies including adherence to time/attendance policies, performance metrics, etc.;
conduct performance reviews of group leaders. - Administer, coordinate, and comply with all Business Management System (BMS), Environmental Management System (EMS), and Safety Management
System (SMS) requirements. Team Member may be required to handle hazardous wastes which may include identifying, inspecting, packaging, labelling,
and moving waste in compliance with RCRA regulations. Relevant training will be provided if assigned these job duties. - Meet all other requirements as assigned.
Position Requirements:
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent desired
Related Experience:
5 – 10 years of job related experience in automotive paint desired
Training / Certification:
Skills / Knowledge:
- MSWord
- MS Excel
- MS PowerPoint
- MS Access
Additional Information:
Position may require occasional travel (domestic or foreign). Flexibility in working hours to include weekends, holidays, and off shift. Position may require on-call
duty or overtime due to overall responsibility.
Nearest Major Market: Montgomery
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant process engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, or industrial engineering
- Proficiency in process simulation tools such as Aspen Plus or HYSYS
- Familiarity with P&ID diagrams and process flow documentation
- Experience with Six Sigma, Lean, or continuous improvement methodologies
- Knowledge of safety standards including OSHA PSM and HAZOP principles
- Engineer in Training certification or progress toward PE licensure preferred
Tips for Your Assistant Process Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to process metrics
Hiring managers in this role scan for quantified process improvements. Rewrite your bullet points to show yield increases, cycle time reductions, or waste cuts you contributed to, even if your title was intern or co-op.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists assistant process engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight your process simulation software
Many postings screen for Aspen Plus, HYSYS, or AutoCAD experience before human review. List every simulation and drafting tool you have used, including coursework projects, so automated filters don't eliminate you early.
Target postings that name your industry vertical
Process engineering methods differ sharply between petrochemicals, food and beverage, and semiconductors. Search by industry keyword alongside the job title so your application lands in a plant environment you already understand.
Prepare for a technical case in the interview
Many companies give a brief process scenario during the interview, asking you to identify a bottleneck or propose a control change. Review P and ID diagrams and mass balance fundamentals so you can walk through your reasoning out loud.
Negotiate start date around any licensure timeline
If you have passed the FE exam but are accumulating hours toward PE licensure, tell the hiring manager during the offer stage. Some employers adjust start dates or structure your first year to accelerate the experience hours you need.
Assistant Process Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most assistant process engineers?
The companies hiring the most assistant process engineers right now include Brasfield & Gorrie, Hooper Corporation, and American Honda Motor, with the largest share of openings in Ohio, Alabama, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Chemical manufacturers, refining companies, and large pharmaceutical firms consistently account for the greatest number of openings.
How many assistant process engineer jobs are remote?
About 0% of assistant process engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most process roles require on-site access to equipment, control systems, and plant operations. The sub-areas most likely to offer hybrid arrangements are process data analysis, documentation, and simulation-heavy design support roles.
How do you become an assistant process engineer?
Earn a bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, or industrial engineering from an accredited program. Complete at least one co-op or internship in a manufacturing or plant environment to build hands-on experience. Pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to earn your EIT credential. Then apply to entry-level assistant or junior process engineer roles in industries aligned with your coursework.
How do you get hired as an assistant process engineer with little or no experience?
Focus on roles that explicitly label themselves entry-level or new-grad, since many chemical and manufacturing companies run structured cohort hiring programs. Highlight any lab, co-op, or capstone project work where you applied process improvement or data analysis. Certifications in Lean or Six Sigma White Belt signal initiative and help your application stand out when your direct plant experience is limited.
What does the assistant process engineer interview process look like?
Most companies start with a recruiter screening call focused on background and availability, followed by a technical phone or video interview covering mass balances, thermodynamics, and process control fundamentals. Finalists typically attend an on-site or virtual panel interview that includes a process case study or plant walk-through scenario. Some employers add a written technical assessment before the final offer stage.
Where can I find and apply to assistant process engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to assistant process engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that fit your industry background and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that matches what you are looking for.
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