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Solstice Consulting Group is seeking a Production Engineer for a chemical manufacturing client in Brandenburg, Kentucky. Relocation assistance may be available if not local.
- Bachelors Degree in Chemical Engineering and 5+ years’ experience in product engineering in a chemicals or related sector required
- Experience in continuous and/or batch processes and control systems preferred; manufacturing experience preferred.
- Base salary of $100k - $120k DOE plus 10% bonus opportunity and excellent benefits
Role Overview:
The Production Engineer role leads projects and acts as a technical resource for plant operations to implement process improvements and cost savings.
Responsibilities:
- Initiate Management of Change for all Process Hazard Analysis (PHA’s) action items and coordinate their execution.
- Conduct incident investigations including root cause analysis, coordinating execution of action items and continuous improvement activities
- Review and analyze daily operations and trends.
- Review operating procedures, ensuring documentation complies with established ISO standards, create and maintain spreadsheets and charts, review daily logs, collect data, maintain files and update forms as necessary.
- Investigate quality and deferment customer complaints, provide root cause and correction actions.
- Identify and assist in the development/execution of expense and capital projects to facilitate improvements, improve reliability, reduce fixed costs and enhance safety.
- Ensure full compliance with all regulatory requirements, including but not limited to OSHA, EPA, DOT, etc., and all HSE rules, policies, practices and procedures all the time.
- Drive continuous improvements through close measurement tracking of key plant metrics (including OEE, UPE, DPR, FPQ, etc.).
- Become technical resource liaison between Microelectronics unit and tolling customer.
Education Qualifications
- Required Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering and 5+ years of related experience
- Experience in continuous and/or batch processes and control systems preferred; manufacturing experience preferred.
- Experience with PSM a plus.
- Demonstrated analytical and project management skills.
- Must have ability to interact effectively with technical contacts, as well as hourly workforce.
- Must have demonstrated ability to master specific products, processes and equipment.
- Good organizational, time management, verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills. Must have good problem-solving skills using Statistical Process Control (SPC) as a tool.
- MS Office experience required.
- SAP experience a plus.
- Proficiency in configuring Provox and DeltaV distributed control systems preferred.
- Experience with Root Cause Analysis strongly preferred.
Solstice Consulting Group is seeking a Production Engineer for a chemical manufacturing client in Brandenburg, Kentucky. Relocation assistance may be available if not local.
- Bachelors Degree in Chemical Engineering and 5+ years’ experience in product engineering in a chemicals or related sector required
- Experience in continuous and/or batch processes and control systems preferred; manufacturing experience preferred.
- Base salary of $100k - $120k DOE plus 10% bonus opportunity and excellent benefits
Role Overview:
The Production Engineer role leads projects and acts as a technical resource for plant operations to implement process improvements and cost savings.
Responsibilities:
- Initiate Management of Change for all Process Hazard Analysis (PHA’s) action items and coordinate their execution.
- Conduct incident investigations including root cause analysis, coordinating execution of action items and continuous improvement activities
- Review and analyze daily operations and trends.
- Review operating procedures, ensuring documentation complies with established ISO standards, create and maintain spreadsheets and charts, review daily logs, collect data, maintain files and update forms as necessary.
- Investigate quality and deferment customer complaints, provide root cause and correction actions.
- Identify and assist in the development/execution of expense and capital projects to facilitate improvements, improve reliability, reduce fixed costs and enhance safety.
- Ensure full compliance with all regulatory requirements, including but not limited to OSHA, EPA, DOT, etc., and all HSE rules, policies, practices and procedures all the time.
- Drive continuous improvements through close measurement tracking of key plant metrics (including OEE, UPE, DPR, FPQ, etc.).
- Become technical resource liaison between Microelectronics unit and tolling customer.
Education Qualifications
- Required Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering and 5+ years of related experience
- Experience in continuous and/or batch processes and control systems preferred; manufacturing experience preferred.
- Experience with PSM a plus.
- Demonstrated analytical and project management skills.
- Must have ability to interact effectively with technical contacts, as well as hourly workforce.
- Must have demonstrated ability to master specific products, processes and equipment.
- Good organizational, time management, verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills. Must have good problem-solving skills using Statistical Process Control (SPC) as a tool.
- MS Office experience required.
- SAP experience a plus.
- Proficiency in configuring Provox and DeltaV distributed control systems preferred.
- Experience with Root Cause Analysis strongly preferred.
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- Meta117
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- Automotive6
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in production engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, electrical, or manufacturing engineering
- Hands-on experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or kaizen methodologies
- Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or CATIA
- Familiarity with statistical process control and quality management systems
- Experience with PLC programming, SCADA systems, or manufacturing execution systems
- OSHA safety compliance knowledge and experience in regulated production environments
Tips for Your Production Engineer Job Search
Quantify process improvements on your resume
Hiring managers for production engineer roles want to see yield rates, cycle time reductions, and defect percentages you moved. Replace vague phrases like 'improved efficiency' with the actual metric you owned and the result you delivered.
List your equipment and software proficiency clearly
Production engineer postings screen heavily on tools. Name the specific PLCs, MES platforms, CAD packages, or statistical software you have hands-on experience with, because ATS filters often eliminate resumes that omit exact tool names.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists production engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by manufacturing process type
Search by the specific process you know, such as injection molding, semiconductor fab, or PCB assembly, rather than just 'production engineer.' Postings filtered by process type attract fewer applicants and match your background far more precisely.
Prepare structured examples for root cause questions
Interviewers in this field almost always ask you to walk through a defect or line stoppage you resolved. Prepare two or three stories using a clear problem, investigation method, corrective action, and verified outcome before your first screen.
Negotiate relocation support for on-site roles
Most production engineer positions require on-site presence at a manufacturing facility. When an offer comes in for a role that requires relocation, ask specifically about relocation packages, temporary housing allowances, and start-date flexibility before accepting.
Production Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most production engineers?
The companies hiring the most production engineers right now include Meta, Tesla, and Raytheon, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Alabama, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is concentrated in automotive, semiconductor, and industrial manufacturing sectors.
How many production engineer jobs are remote?
About 45% of production engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most manufacturing roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include process documentation, supplier quality, and manufacturing systems engineering, where the core work is design, analysis, or vendor coordination rather than floor presence.
How do you become a production engineer?
Start with a bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, electrical, or manufacturing engineering. Gain hands-on experience through internships or co-ops on a production floor, then develop proficiency in lean principles, statistical process control, and the equipment or software used in your target industry. Earning a Six Sigma Green Belt or pursuing a relevant certification strengthens your candidacy for mid-level roles.
Can you get hired as a production engineer with little experience?
Yes, entry-level production engineer roles exist, but they typically require a relevant engineering degree and at least one internship or co-op on a production or manufacturing site. Highlight any hands-on lab work, capstone projects involving process design, or exposure to quality tools like FMEA or control charts, since these signal practical readiness even without full-time experience.
What does the production engineer interview process look like?
The process usually starts with a recruiter screen focused on your engineering background and tool familiarity. A technical phone or video interview follows, covering process troubleshooting, root cause analysis methods, and lean or quality concepts. Final rounds often include a panel interview with engineering and operations managers, sometimes a plant or facility tour, and a case study or scenario question about a real production problem.
Where can I find and apply to production engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to production engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your industry background and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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