Manufacturing Process Engineer in Belvidere, Illinois at FRANKLIN DISPLAY GROUP

The Process Engineer is responsible for developing and maintaining manufacturing processes used to produce custom metal retail displays and store fixtures. This role focuses on creating and maintaining Bills of Materials (BOMs) and manufacturing routings within the Global Shop ERP system to support production planning and execution.

Working closely with engineering, estimating, production, and supply chain teams, the Process Engineer ensures new retail display programs transition efficiently from prototype to fabrication, finishing, and final assembly. This position plays an important role in process planning, workflow optimization, and manufacturing documentation across a high-mix custom fabrication environment.

Core Responsibilities

• Develop manufacturing routings and Bills of Material for new retail display programs using the Global Shop ERP system.
• Review engineering drawings and CAD models to ensure design for manufacturability.
• Identify efficient fabrication methods and material utilization strategies.
• Collaborate with estimating and production teams to establish manufacturing plans.
• Support the transition of new programs from engineering to production.
• Define manufacturing workflows including fabrication, finishing, and assembly operations.
• Provide general process knowledge across:

* Laser / CNC cutting

* Press brake forming

* Resistance and MIG welding

* Powder coating

* Packaging and final assembly

Database and Engineering Change Management

• Maintain accurate manufacturing data within the ERP system
• Process engineering changes (ECOs)
• Maintain file control and revision management for engineering drawings
• Ensure BOM and routing consistency across manufacturing programs

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, or a related field preferred. Relevant manufacturing experience may be considered in place of formal education.

Experience

• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, process engineering, or production planning.
• Experience working in metal fabrication, sheet metal, or welded assemblies preferred.
• Experience working with ERP systems and BOM / routing development.

Technical Skills

• Familiarity with CAD software
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
• Strong computer and database skills
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods
• Occasional time on the manufacturing floor supporting production teams