Manufacturing Process Engineer
Alvest · Morgantown, WV
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Process
- Degree
- Required
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level process role at Alvest (industrial) in Morgantown, WV. Core Competencies**: Dealing with complexity, informing others, leadership, supervision, hardware specifications, manufacturing methods and procedures, manufacturing quality, product development, presenting technical information, CAD, CAD/CAM circuit design.
- They ask for
- degree required
- Tools it names
- Lean, Tooling
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Process Engineer roles in the US: typical posted base $93k–$132k.
Median of the low and high ends of 242 live postings that list pay, out of 677 process engineer openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
West Virginia plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 676 other live process postings in the US.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $92k–$131k, from 239 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Root cause 45%
- ✓ Lean 34%
- Six Sigma 26%
- ✓ Tooling 23%
- New product launch 23%
- ✓ Team leadership 22%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
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Full description from AlvestAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
## The Role
The Manufacturing Process Engineer is responsible for developing and improving manufacturing processes by studying product designs and manufacturing methods. This role is essential for enhancing efficiency, quality, and overall production capabilities.
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Key Responsibilities
- ◆**Evaluate and Improve Processes**: Design and conduct research programs, apply knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials. Confer with equipment vendors and solicit operator observations.
- ◆**Develop Manufacturing Methods**: Study product requirements, research and test manufacturing methods and equipment, and work closely with vendors.
- ◆**Boost Efficiency**: Analyze workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout to improve manufacturing operations.
- ◆**Ensure Quality**: Design testing methods to assure product and process quality, establish standards, and confirm manufacturing processes.
- ◆\*\*Provide Decision
- ◆Making Information\*\*: Calculate production, labor, and material costs, review schedules, and estimate future requirements.
- ◆**Prepare Reports**: Collect, analyze, and summarize information and trends for product and process reporting.
- ◆**Support Ongoing Operations**: Answer questions and requests, comply with government regulations, and coordinate maintenance and repair services.
- ◆**Maintain Databases**: Write computer programs and enter data to keep product and process records accurate.
- ◆**Train Technicians**: Complete design and development projects by guiding and training technicians.
- ◆**Stay Current**: Attend workshops, review publications, and participate in professional societies to maintain technical knowledge.
- ◆**Lead Improvement Efforts**: Support 6S, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement initiatives. Establish standards and procedures for CIT (Continuous Improvement Team).
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Qualifications
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Requirements
To succeed in this role, you must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The following knowledge, skills, and abilities are representative of what is required. Reasonable accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities.
- ✓**Core Competencies**: Dealing with complexity, informing others, leadership, supervision, hardware specifications, manufacturing methods and procedures, manufacturing quality, product development, presenting technical information, CAD, CAD/CAM circuit design.
- ✓**Other Skills**: Strong written, verbal, analytical, and interpersonal skills. Proficiency with MRP systems and Microsoft Office.
- ✓**Education**: Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
### Additional Information
All employees are expected to follow information security policies, safeguard company data and systems, and promptly report any suspected security incidents or violations, in alignment with ISO 27001. This role may also require attending training classes, special technical courses, seminars, exhibits, and trade shows to maintain technical and supervisory skills.
Join TLD and be part of our continued success as the industry leader in ground support equipment.
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## About TLD
TLD is the largest global manufacturer of Ground Support Equipment in the aviation and aerospace industries. We deliver technology-focused solutions with a broad range of products designed, engineered, and built at one of our nine worldwide facilities. As an integral part of ALVEST, a global collection of businesses with strong leadership in commercial/general aviation, air cargo, and military aviation, we focus on diversity, sustainability, growth, and customer service. A career at TLD offers individual growth and achievement within a talented global team, all committed to excellence. We provide a stable, family-focused environment, supporting personal and professional goals.
