Manufacturing Process Development Engineer

Posted:
3/2/2026, 11:37:48 AM

Location(s):
Florida, United States ⋅ Clearwater, Florida, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Product

About Us:

CARR Biosystems is a growing business providing critical technology for cutting-edge life science innovations. Our customers are inventing tomorrow’s solutions to treat and cure disease, and our centrifuge technology is enabling it. We’re part of a $3.3 billion parent company (Barry-Wehmiller) where culture is a priority. Our goal is to have performance and people in harmony – and we believe work should be fun, we should inspire our teammates, and each team member is someone’s precious child. We feel it’s a unique opportunity to build the future of CARR Biosystems. If this excites you, please read on…


 

Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.


 

Job Description:

The Manufacturing Process Development Engineer will design, develop, install, qualify, and optimize manufacturing workflows for new and existing products. The Engineer will work closely with R&D and manufacturing operations to influence product design and establish robust manufacturing processes. The Engineer will create processes designed for manufacturability, supply, cost, ergonomics, and sustainability by utilizing her/his skill, experience, and knowledge of product design, materials, fabrication methods, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality standards.

What you’ll do

  • Design, build, and implement new manufacturing processes and equipment for product manufacturing
  • Turn concepts into production-ready designs using SolidWorks
  • Work directly with vendors and suppliers to quote and build -fixtures, tooling, and automation equipment,
  • Design and run experiments then analyze data to help improve process quality and efficiency
  • Transition validated designs into manufacturing with clear documentation
  • Run and support IQ/OQ/PQ/PV and design risk assessments
  • Support manufacturing operations with expertise for any deviations, quality concerns, root cause problem solving, etc.
  • Evaluate and improve existing processes using feedback from internal and external customers
  • Collaborate on, support, and complete deliverables as planned by New Product Introduction (NPI) Phase Gate project management process

What you’ll work on

  • Product manufacturing and assembly processes
  • Manufacturing equipment, fixtures, automation, and workflow layouts
  • Product design support for both equipment and related consumables DFM
  • Injection molded and machined parts, fixtures, and automation
  • Designs that meet FDA cGMP, ISO 9001/13485, and ASME BPE requirements

Required Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or similar field of study)
  • 3-5+ years’ experience in designing machines or mechanical systems
  • Strong grasp of DOE, process control, statistics, and analytical tools (e.g., Excel, Minitab, JMP)
  • Clear communicator who takes ownership and finishes what they start
  • Working knowledge of validation, GD&T, and regulated environments
  • Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and implementation methods (e.g., 5S, Poke-yoke, TAKT time, VSM, Kaizen)
  • Experience releasing products into a production environment
  • Comfortable working with vendors and cross functional teams

Work Environment:

This role is based in Clearwater, Florida, with close collaboration with other teams. Time will be spent in both office areas for design work and in the manufacturing production clean room area. The team member must be able to correctly wear and use any Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required by the employer when in the manufacturing area.

Position Type:

This is a regular, full-time position with the understanding that a regular workweek may require extended days and hours as needed to meet business needs. Must be able, available, and willing to work more than 40 hours per week, including scheduled and unscheduled overtime.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those performed in the job duties. Performing the role frequently uses close vision, speech, hearing, frequent standing, use of hand tools and dexterity to work with equipment.  The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.  Additional examples:

  • Typically sits, grasps items, and performs keyboarding for regular operation of a computer.
  • Stand, walk, bend, reach or otherwise move about regularly.
  • Occasional exposure to typical manufacturing production physical hazards.

Travel: Occasional travel (up to 10%) to suppliers or partner sites.


 

At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job.  If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.  We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions.  Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.


 

Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.


 

Company:

Carr Biosystems