Process Engineer Jobs

A Process Engineer in the manufacturing engineering industry is responsible for designing, implementing, controlling, and optimizing industrial processes. They often work in areas such as factories, plants, or industrial sites, where they help create new system processes, improve existing ones, and reduce costs by finding ways to eliminate waste of time, money, materials, energy, and other resources. They also analyze data to identify trends, make process design decisions, and solve production issues. Process Engineers often collaborate with other professionals, such as production managers and quality engineers, to ensure that manufacturing processes meet quality, cost, and efficiency standards.

Essential skills for a Process Engineer include strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent mathematical and statistical knowledge, a good understanding of engineering and industrial principles, and proficiency in using process simulation software. They should also have solid project management abilities, great communication and teamwork skills, and the capacity to work under pressure. Relevant certifications, such as a Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE) or a Lean Six Sigma certification, can be beneficial. Before becoming a Process Engineer, a person might have roles such as Process Technician, Manufacturing Engineer, or Quality Control Engineer.

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Process Engineer

  • Greenback, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Greenback, TN
  • 1 day ago

Staff Process Engineer > Process Engineer > Senior Engineer> Principal Engineer > Snr Leadership Key responsibilities: Process Engineer Lead and manage key engineering projects including capital project...

Process Engineer

  • Carthage, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Carthage, TN
  • 3 days ago

Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment...

Process Control Engineer

  • Cathlamet, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Cathlamet, WA
  • 4 days ago

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a...

Quality Engineer Technician

  • Ladson, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Ladson, SC
  • 5 days ago

Description Looking for an opportunity to make an impact? Unleash your potential at Leidos, where we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are...

engineering or mechatronics Has 7+ years of process control experience Has hands-on knowledge of PLC systems such as Allen Bradley, Emerson PAC Systems (formerly GE) and Siemens; Is proficient in at...

Senior Process Control Engineer

  • Harrisburg, OR
  • 12 days ago
  • Harrisburg, OR
  • 12 days ago

Senior Process Control Engineer If you would love to be part of a company that is poised for substantial growth with opportunities for advancement, then working for CPP and its subsidiaries may be...

Lead Process Engineer

  • Burlington, MA
  • 12 days ago
  • Burlington, MA
  • 12 days ago

JOB DESCRIPTION: Lead Process Engineer Burlington, MA, USA Poly6, an emerging leader in aerospace and defense innovation, is enabling production of complex turbine engine designs by combining additive...

Methoding Process Engineer

  • Braintree, MA
  • 12 days ago
  • Braintree, MA
  • 12 days ago

Wollaston Alloys/CPP Boston is seeking a driven individual to join our team as a Methoding Processing Engineer! The Methoding Processing Engineer is a crucial position within our facility....

Quality Engineer

  • Huntsville, AL
  • 13 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 13 days ago

Support Design Reviews, Manufacturing Readiness Reviews (MRRs), and Configuration Control Boards (CCBs)....

Sr. Automation Control Engineer

  • Plymouth, NC
  • 14 days ago
  • Plymouth, NC
  • 14 days ago

Weyerhaeuser is searching for a Senior Process Controls Engineer to support our lumber facility in Plymouth, NC Key Functions Develop and define intermediate to advance control system applications...

Process Engineer III

  • Mason, OH
  • 28 days ago
  • Mason, OH
  • 28 days ago

Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment...

Automation Control Engineer

  • Dodson, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dodson, LA
  • 30+ days ago

Weyerhaeuser is searching for a Process Control Engineer/Specialist to support our lumber facility in Dodson, Louisiana. Key Functions Develop and define intermediate to advance control system...

Process Engineer

  • City of Industry, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • City of Industry, CA
  • 45+ days ago

The Process Engineer is responsible for developing and implementing best practices for designated process area....

Process Engineer

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 4 hours ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 4 hours ago

Studies, MTM Calculations, Ergo Assessments: Utilize industrial engineering principles to conduct time studies, Methods-Time Measurement (MTM) calculations, and ergonomic assessments, assessing productivity...

Semiconductor Process Development Engineer

  • Andover, MA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Andover, MA
  • 4 hours ago

Date Posted: 2025-03-13 Country: United States of America Location: MA112: Andover MA 358 Lowell St Dukes 358 Lowell Street Dukes, Andover, MA, 01810 USA Position Role Type: Onsite At Raytheon,...

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Salary for Process Engineer Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturingEngineers research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Process Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Process Engineers offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
51.4%
Master's Degree
34.3%
Associate's Degree
4.9%
Doctorate Degree
4.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.5%
High School or GED
2.0%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Process Engineers
2-4 years
23.6%
10+ years
18.1%
Less than 1 year
17.7%
1-2 years
16.4%
None
9.4%
8-10 years
6.1%
6-8 years
4.7%
4-6 years
4.0%



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