Process Engineer Jobs in California

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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Senior Staff Process Engineer (MSAT)

  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 10 hours ago

We are seeking a Senior Staff Process Engineer to join our dynamic team, where you will spearhead critical process engineering investigations, identify failure modes, and implement cutting-edge methods...

Quality Engineer

  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 18 hours ago

., mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, quality control) or 1-3 years' experience preferred.?...

Manufacturing Process Engineer

  • Lake Forest, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Lake Forest, CA
  • 22 hours ago

Experience using computer-aided design (CAD) software such as SolidWorks Experience with spreadsheets, scheduling programs, and word processing....

Supplier Quality Engineer NEW

  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 1 day ago

Process Failure Modes Effects and Analysis (PFMEA) experience and developing source inspection plans and qualifying the inspection process capabilities....

Senior Supplier Quality Engineer (Batteries)

  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 1 day ago

Process Failure Modes Effects and Analysis (PFMEA) experience and developing source inspection plans and qualifying the inspection process capabilities....

Display Process Engineer

  • Cupertino, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Cupertino, CA
  • 1 day ago

Element Analysis (FEA) for structural and thermal, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)- Ability to model Color Filter Process, OLED Evaporation, Encapsulation and Photolithography- High degree of flexibility-willing...

Process Engineer

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago

This position will support the asphalt roofing products manufacturing operation through direct participation and commitment to World Class Manufacturing in the areas of safety, cost, quality, and...

Process Engineer - Furnace/Hot End Manufacturing

  • Chowchilla, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Chowchilla, CA
  • 1 day ago

_** The Process Engineer will assist with Hot End Process Innovation through close collaboration with CertainTeed and Saint-Gobain support....

Silicon Photonics Process Engineer

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 1 day ago

About the Position Kilby Labs is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Silicon Photonics Process Engineer to lead the development and implementation of fabrication processes for cutting-edge photonic...

Process Engineer

  • Santa Clarita, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Clarita, CA
  • 1 day ago

Process EngineerJob Description The Process Engineer will develop new part processes, optimize recurring job processes, and provide technical support to the Machine Shop Manager....

Sr. Quality Engineer

  • Westlake Village, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Westlake Village, CA
  • 1 day ago

and manufacturing quality Monitor manufacturing of assigned products, assuring compliance with DMR while providing deviation/waiver guidance and assuring complete and correct Device History Records...

Sr./Staff Process Development Engineer, Myra Vision

  • Campbell, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Campbell, CA
  • 1 day ago

Experience in SolidWorks. Understanding and exposure to principles of product design, manufacturing, risk analysis, and product testing/reporting....

Process Engineer

  • Claremont, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Claremont, CA
  • 3 days ago

Perform root cause analysis on reasons for trends and gaps to yields Provide data and explanations to other process engineers, lead operators, process technicians, and other departments in order to...

Manufacturing Process Engineer III

  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 3 days ago

That's why we are currently recruiting for a detailed-oriented Manufacturing Process Engineer III to join our team....

cGMP Process Engineer

  • Yorba Linda, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Yorba Linda, CA
  • 4 days ago

cGMP Compliance Engineer Location: Yorba Linda, CA Job Type: Contract-to-Hire (MondayFriday, with OT availability) Pay Rate: $50/hr $60/hr (flexible for highly qualified candidates) About the...

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Salary for Process Engineer Jobs in California

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 in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
51.1%
Master's Degree
34.6%
Associate's Degree
4.9%
Doctorate Degree
4.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.5%
High School or GED
1.9%
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 in California
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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