Process Engineer

Overview

Dentsply Sirona is the world’s largest manufacturer of professional dental products and technologies, with over a century of innovation and service to the dental industry and patients worldwide. Dentsply Sirona develops, manufactures, and markets a comprehensive solutions offering including dental and oral health products as well as other consumable medical devices under a strong portfolio of world class brands.

Dentsply Sirona’s products provide innovative, high-quality, and effective solutions to advance patient care and deliver better and safer dental care. Dentsply Sirona’s headquarter is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. The company’s shares are listed in the United States on NASDAQ under the symbol XRAY. Visit for more information about Dentsply Sirona and its products.

For our manufacturing site in Badia Polesine , we are looking for a:

Position

Process Engineer

Responsibilities

• In support of the maintenance team, ensures the correct operation and efficiency of equipment in compliance with applicable Safety, Environmental, and Quality procedures
• Responsible for the validation of production processes (IQ/OQ/PQ), definition of process parameters, and drafting of operating instructions in accordance with industry standards (e.g. ISO 13485 for medical devices)
• Monitors process stability and manages deviations
• Delivers technical training to new operators on the management of 3D printing lines, post‑processing, and quality control, periodically assessing acquired skills and providing continuous on‑the‑job support
• Manages the commissioning and testing of equipment, organizing Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), and overseeing start‑up, calibration, and optimization of control logic
• Provides technical support to Production and Engineering for process analysis and problem solving (troubleshooting)
• Defines process KPIs and performs data analysis to improve efficiency, quality, and reduce scrap
• Implements Lean/Kaizen methodologies to improve productivity and ergonomics
• Participates in cross‑functional teams for new projects related to the introduction of new 3D printing and post‑processing technologies
• Coordinates external suppliers and system integrators during on‑site activities and ensures that all required technical documentation (drawings, manuals, declarations of conformity) is properly prepared and filed
• Supports the QAS Manager (Quality, Environment & Safety Manager) in managing relationships with regulatory and certification bodies

Skills & Qualifications

• Education: Degree in Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or equivalent
• Experience: At least 3 years in a similar role
• Knowledge of resin‑based 3D printing processes (SLA, DLP, or similar)
• Data analysis skills (Excel, Minitab, or equivalent software)
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing techniques (5S, SMED, VSM) and Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Experience with Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA)
• Technical drawing skills (reading P&ID diagrams, electrical schematics, automation layouts)
• Knowledge of medical device regulations (ISO 13485, cGMP) – preferred
• Fluent Italian and good command of technical English
• Flexibility: ability to adapt to different contexts and collaborate effectively with colleagues and managers
• Active participation in continuous improvement initiatives
• High level of accuracy, analytical approach, and strong quality orientation

Equal Opportunity Employer: Dentsply Sirona is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without unlawful discrimination or regard for race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual or gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable local law.

Eligibility: All successful applicants must be eligible to work in the country the position is based.

Agencies: Please note that Dentsply Sirona does not accept or respond to unsolicited requests or applications submitted by Recruitment Agencies/ Search Firms.

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