Process Engineer

Vaisala is a global leader in measurement instruments and intelligence helping industries, nations, people, and the planet to thrive. From predicting hurricanes to optimizing renewable energy production, our technology is used where it matters the most - from data centers, windfarms and laboratories to airports, the Arctic and even the surface of Mars. Our team of over 2,300 experts and 59 nationalities around the world is committed to taking every measure for the planet. Driven by our shared purpose, curiosity, and pioneering spirit, we stay ahead and make a difference. At Vaisala, you don't have to fit in to belong.

We are currently seeking a Process Engineer to join our team in Louisville, Colorado supporting Vaisala's mission to deliver world-class weather and environmental measurement solutions. This role is central to developing and sustaining advanced manufacturing, testing and logistics systems that support the production of precision instruments for weather and environmental monitoring.

As a Process Engineer, you will lead the design, implementation, and optimization of production technologies and systems. You'll apply engineering principles, programming skills, and data analysis to improve productivity, reliability, and scalability across operations. This role requires hands-on technical expertise in instrumentation, software, and hardware integration, and offers the opportunity to contribute to high-impact technologies used in climate science, aviation safety, and environmental monitoring.

In this role, you will be :

• Develop and maintain manufacturing, testing, logistics, and S&OP processes to improve productivity, quality, and profitability.
• Provide ongoing support for production test stations, including troubleshooting, upgrades, and performance optimization.
• Implement and manage changes to production test stations, including hardware and software updates, validation, and documentation in accordance with the Operational Test & Evaluation (OTE) Process.
• Analyze data to support problem solving and monitor day operative KPIs.
• Support and troubleshoot Windows OS environments and network communications within production systems.
• Apply knowledge of common communication and signaling standards (e.g., RS232 / 422, 4-20mA) in instrumentation and measurement systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new products into existing workflows and systems.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including change records, validation reports, and work instructions.
• Identify and implement opportunities for automation, digitalization, and tooling upgrades.
• Provide technical leadership in the use of Vaisala Production Systems (VPS) tools and methodologies.
• Mentor team members in technical problem-solving and continuous improvement practices.

We're looking for people who have :

Role Requirements

ANTICIPATED SALARY RANGE : $80,000-$90,000 annually combined with our performance bonus plan. Salary is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data based upon the applicable position. Additionally, we offer our employees a competitive benefits package which is outlined below.

Ready to take every measure for the planet? Apply at the latest on January 26th , 2026 ,via the application form. Pease note that applications sent via email cannot be processed due to privacy reasons. The recruitment processconsists of 2 or 3 meetings, including a discussion with the team members. We will close the application process when we have a suitable number of qualified candidates.

Our Vaisala solutions contribute to societies and people's lives in over 150 countries - and can even be found in space. With our technological innovations for measuring weather, environmental and industrial conditions, we have a key role in solving the grand social and environmental challenges of our time. We offer you a career with a clear purpose and a chance to create observations for a better world. We take pride in being pioneers who strive to bring about positive changes in both the society and environment, and our work is not done yet. Take advantage of this opportunity and join our team to make a difference!

What we offer :

Our benefits package includes : health, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, company paid life, long and short term disability, 401(K) plan with company match, a variety of voluntary benefits programs, fitness reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, and tuition reimbursement. We also offer holiday pay and a generous paid time off plan.

To be considered for this position you must currently be eligible to work in the U.S. Vaisala participates in the E-Verify employment verification system. Candidates are subject to a complete background check prior to an offer being extended.As a federal contractor, Vaisala reserves the right to enforce government mandated vaccination requirements for its employees.

EOE V / D

Vaisala is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons in all facets of employment. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected status.

Reasonable Accommodation Notice

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. As a government contractor, Vaisala complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (the Act), which is a law that prohibits federal contractors and subcontractors from discriminating in employment against individuals with disabilities and requires employers take affirmative action to recruit, hire, promote, and retain these individuals.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application for a recognized disability under applicable law, please contact Human Resources by phone at 303-499-1701 or by email at ushr@vaisala.com. Please note that you can easily submit application by attaching your LinkedIn profile in the recruitment tool (LinkedIn Apply functionality).