Process Control & Data Engineer (f/m/d) - Hybrid in Pleinfeld

About the RoleWe are looking for an experienced Process Control & Data Engineer to join our technical team in specialty cable and assembly manufacturing in Pleinfeld, Germany, to advance digitization and shape how process and product data is utilized for high-performance cable solutions. You will join during a time of significant local growth, with the opportunity to contribute through solutions that improve efficiency, effectiveness, and product quality while helping shape the site’s future digital capabilities.In this role, you will assess how digital systems can be applied broadly and effectively in real-world manufacturing environments and drive their implementation. The role combines system ownership with practical application, enabling you to influence how data is captured, structured, and used to strengthen process control, improve shop-floor performance, and support broader digitization efforts, including quality commitments, cost reduction, and future AI-enabled engineering. Success in this role will require close collaboration with engineering, production, IT, quality, and project teams.ResponsibilitiesDefine and structure process and product data for key manufacturing areas to enable stronger process control and data-driven decision-makingImplement statistical process control methods to improve process stability, detect variation, and support continuous improvementOwn and improve manufacturing data systems to ensure reliable data capture, availability, and usability for operational teamsDevelop practical solutions to capture relevant equipment, operator, and process data from shop-floor operationsBuild and enhance KPI dashboards and related infrastructure that translate complex manufacturing data into clear insights for cross-functional audiencesSet up and maintain business processes in partnership with engineering, production, quality, and IT teams to turn data insights into improvements in performance, efficiency, and product qualityStrengthen data traceability to support root cause analysis, quality compliance, and customer audit readinessTranslate customer-specific quality and documentation requirements into practical process control and data solutionsContribute to the site’s digital roadmap by identifying scalable opportunities and supporting implementation prioritiesLead technical projects from concept through implementation in collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders and teamsRequired QualificationsBachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field of study (STEM disciplines)Minimum of 5 years of professional experience within a complex manufacturing environmentWorking knowledge of statistical methods, data analysis, and process optimization methods used to improve manufacturing performanceExperience translating complex data from multiple sources into clear insights, summaries, or dashboards for cross-functional audiencesProven ability to analyze process and product data and drive measurable improvements in manufacturing performance, efficiency, or qualitySelf-directed and analytical working style with the ability to manage multiple priorities independentlyAbility to quickly learn new technologies, processes, and subject matter in a changing manufacturing environmentStrong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, production, quality, and IT teamsFluent in German and English, both written and spokenWillingness and ability to travel up to 10 %Desired QualificationsProfessional engineering experience in the field of cable, cable assembly or printed circuit board productionAdvanced knowledge of statistical methods, data analysis and process optimization methodologiesExperience working with manufacturing execution or enterprise resource planning systems in regulated or quality-driven manufacturing environmentsAbility to translate systems thinking into scalable digital manufacturing solutions that strengthen site-wide process control, data visibility, and continuous improvementWhat We OfferOur success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow.We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for “profit-sharing”. Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefitsGore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.