2nd Shift Process Engineer
Job Description
Location: West Columbia, SC
Hire Type: Contract to Hire
Shift: 2nd Shift | 3:30p - 12a
Pay Range: $35-$40/hr depending on experience
Benefits: Insurance (Health, Medical, Dental), PTO, and more!
- Design manufacturing processes that meet schedule, cost, and quality goals.
- Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods to enhance throughput and reduce waste.
- Analyze workflow, space utilization, and labor requirements to design efficient workstations and production layouts.
- Collaborate with production teams on product design and tooling needs to ensure manufacturability and process efficiency.
- Interface with customers to review product specifications, manage design changes, and respond to engineering requests.
- Estimate production times, staffing needs, and associated costs to support business planning and decision-making.
- Work closely with engineering, management, and production teams to align capabilities with production schedules and operational goals.
- Apply statistical methods to predict manufacturing requirements, analyze performance, and support process optimization.
- Engineering degree in a related field or equivalent technical experience/training required.
- Experience requirements vary by level (entry to senior):
- Entry Level: 0–3 years
- Mid Level: 3–8 years
- Senior Level: 8–10+ years
- Proficiency with CAD tools and interpreting technical drawings.
- Experience with testing tools such as oscilloscopes, harness testers, or logic analyzers is beneficial.
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills; ability to diagnose and resolve production issues.
- Familiarity with automation tools, PLC programming, or robotics is a plus.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Strong communication and collaboration skills across engineering and production teams.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and make sound technical decisions.
Meet Your Recruiter
Technical Recruiter
I am a Recruiter at Sterling Engineering, where I support Flex-related positions across a wide range of skill sets, including HR, technicians, engineers, and more. I have been recruiting for nearly three years and joined Sterling in October 2025, and I am loving every minute of it.
I have a passion for recruiting because I love being part of the people industry. I enjoy building relationships, learning about each candidate’s goals, and helping pair the right person with the best opportunity. For me, recruiting is about more than filling a role. It is about creating long-term success for both the client and the candidate.
I am also a Certified Staffing Professional through the American Staffing Association, which reflects my commitment to staffing best practices, industry knowledge, and delivering a high-quality experience throughout the recruiting process.