Job Title: Senior Process Engineer
Location: Northern France

About PAC Group:

At The PAC Group (PAC), we specialize in engineering consulting, program management, and operational excellence-delivering high-impact solutions in more than 20 countries. We're proud to partner with the world's leading companies in automotive, aerospace, industrial, and technology sectors, providing strategic guidance and hands-on execution that drive innovation and efficiency. Whether we're launching advanced manufacturing systems, deploying digital simulation tools, or scaling global operations, PAC thrives at the intersection of technology, engineering, and problem-solving.

Joining PAC means joining a dynamic, fast-paced, and global team that values curiosity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Role Purpose:

The senior Process Engineering is responsible for process engineering activities to ensure efficient, safe, and optimized manufacturing processes. This role combines technical expertise, project leadership, and cross-functional coordination to deliver high-quality processes that meet business, safety, and regulatory objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Describe in details the recurring activities of the position based on those of the job profile
• Process Troubleshooting: monitor and optimize process performance, implement improvements.
• Project Management: managing engineering projects, track timelines and risks.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: collaborate with production, quality, R&D
• Technical Guidance: mentor engineers and technicians, standardize best practices.
• Quality & Compliance: ensure processes meet regulatory and internal quality standards.
• Reporting & Analysis: provide regular updates on process KPIs, project status, and corrective actions.
• Supervision: guide and mentor engineering team members; monitor performance.
• Coordination: serve as the technical point of contact for cross-functional teams; prioritize tasks and resources.
• Project Management: lead process improvement and scale-up projects; manage budgets, timelines, and risks.
• Performance Monitoring & Continuous Improvement: evaluate process metrics, implement improvements, and ensure efficiency and safety.
• Production/Operations Teams: ensure smooth implementation of process improvements.
• R&D Teams: collaborate on process development, scale-up, and technology transfer.
• Quality/Regulatory Affairs: ensure process compliance with GMP, ISO, and safety standards.
• Supply Chain/Procurement: coordinate materials and equipment for process changes.
• Senior Management: reporting and alignment with company objectives

Required Qualifications:

• Process design, optimization, and validation
• SPC (Statistical Process Control), DOE (Design of Experiments), Cpk/Ppk
• Root Cause Analysis (5 Whys, Fishbone, FMEA)
• Continuous Improvement & Lean/6 Sigma
• CAD/CAM/CAE proficiency (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CATIA, etc.)
• Leadership & Team Management
• Communication Skills
• Analytical & Critical Thinking
• Project & Change Management
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Data analysis tools (Minitab, JMP, basic Python/R for analysis)
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related field.
• 5-8+ years of experience in manufacturing or process engineering.
• Proven experience in leading process improvement projects and team supervision or technical leadership.
• Hands-on background in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality systems, and process validation.
• Proficiency with engineering tools (CAD, simulation software, statistical analysis tools such as Minitab/JMP).
• Familiarity with ERP/MES systems and shopfloor data analysis.
• Demonstrated capability in project management (CAPEX, industrialization, new line setup).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in engineering, Industrial Management, or related discipline.
• Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher)
• PMP or equivalent project management certification
• Safety or quality-related certifications (e.g., ISO auditor, GMP training)