Sr. Process Engineer, NPI
James Hardie · Wilmington, OH
- Level
- Senior
- Team
- Process
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 7+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 13 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A senior process role at James Hardie (industrial) in Wilmington, OH. You will lead NPI projects through the Stage-Gate process, ensuring seamless transitions from concept to full-scale production.
- They ask for
- 7+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Extrusion, Tooling
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Process Engineer roles in Ohio: typical posted base $90k–$120k.
Median of the low and high ends of 8 live postings that list pay, out of 36 process engineer openings in Ohio, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Ohio plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 35 other live process postings in Ohio.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (7+ vs 4+)
Typical $90k–$120k, from 8 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Lean 61%
- Six Sigma 42%
- Root cause 42%
- ✓ Tooling 33%
- Team leadership 28%
- ✓ New product launch 22%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
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This plant: James Hardie in Wilmington
2 other open roles at this site.
- Senior Process Engineer · Process · Senior
- Production Supervisor · Production · Supervisor
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Your Role
- ◆Lead NPI projects from production trials to full-scale launches.
- ◆Collaborate across teams to ensure designs are ready for scalable, efficient manufacturing.
- ◆Troubleshoot production issues and implement long-term improvements.
- ◆Manage tooling development and oversee production scale-up.
- ◆Optimize processes to reduce costs and improve quality.
responsibilities
outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and
qualifications
may be required and/or assigned as necessary.
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James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®.
With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.
For more information, visit www.jameshardie.com .
Summary
As a Process Engineer – New Product Introduction (NPI), you will lead NPI projects through the Stage-Gate process, ensuring seamless transitions from concept to full-scale production. You will collaborate with Procurement, R&D, Manufacturing, and other cross-functional teams to validate processes, develop tooling, and ensure the manufacturability of new products. Your role will balance short-term problem-solving with long-term strategic process improvements, ensuring that products meet cost, quality, and performance targets while maintaining operational efficiency.
What You’ll Do
Make a Real Impact in Manufacturing
We’re seeking a hands-on Senior Process Engineer to lead New Product Introduction (NPI) projects and drive innovation through the Stage-Gate process . You’ll ensure new products are production-ready, collaborating with teams across R&D, Manufacturing, and Procurement to tackle challenges and bring ideas to life.
You will report directly to the NPI Engineering Manager and work out of our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Wilmington, OH.
What You’ll Bring
- •Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Materials, Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, or related field).
- •5-7 years experience in engineering or product development.
Experience in polymer manufacturing processes (HDPE, PVC, or similar thermoplastic extrusion) strongly preferred.
- •Expertise in process optimization, development, and cross-functional collaboration.
- •Ability to manage and execute projects while meeting key deliverables on time.
- •Effective communication and documentation skills for cross-functional collaboration and reporting.
- •Proven ability to solve problems utilizing standardized tools while driving sustainable improvements.
- •Up to 10% travel to support other manufacturing sites.
What You’ll Receive
At James Hardie, we recognize that our success depends on our people. We've worked hard to build a generous and competitive benefits program that demonstrates our commitment to our employees.
- •Compensation: competitive salary and bonus eligibility
- •Insurance: health coverage medical, dental, vision, life insurance
- •Paid Time Off: vacation and company holidays
- •Retirement: 401(k) with match
- •Work-Life Balance: parental leave, wellness programs
- •Purpose. Impact. Community: Sustainability Initiatives | James Hardie
This role is an opportunity to join the AZEK Group, LLC, a part of the James Hardie Building Products family of companies, where you’ll contribute to a culture driven by growth, collaboration, and meaningful impact.
James Hardie will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies.
The position