Process Engineer Jobs in Walnut Creek, CA

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 5

  • Fremont, CA (21 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Fremont, CA (21 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

Responsibilities: A Process Engineer 5 will lead, and is personally accountable for, high profile project timelines and milestones....

Quality Engineer

  • Berkeley, CA (10 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Berkeley, CA (10 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 1 day ago

What is Required: Quality Engineer Level 2: B.S. in Manufacturing, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering (or related field) with 3+ years in technical quality assurance....

Process Control Engineer

  • Richmond, CA (17 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Richmond, CA (17 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Chemical, Electrical Engineering OR applicable work experience (minimum of 5 years) in refinery operations, refinery / petrochemical process control, and/or refinery or petrochemical process engineering...

Quality Engineer

  • South San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Collaborate with R&D, mechanical, and electrical engineering team to design for manufacturability, reliability, and quality....

Manufacturing Process Engineer

  • Fremont, CA (21 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (21 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Job Description: Manufacturing Process Engineer Fremont, CA | Onsite Role Summary: We are seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to drive the development and optimization of manufacturing workflows...

Senior Supplier Quality Engineer - Electronics

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 14 days ago

engineering, design engineering, quality engineering, or supply chain engineering role Experience with PCBA production (surface mount technology), harness assembly, and/or EEE piece part procurement...

Quality Engineer Lead

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Collaborate with Design, Manufacturing, and Test teams to improve satellite performance and reduce production quality issues....

Senior Process Control Engineer - Berkeley, CA

  • Berkeley, CA (10 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Berkeley, CA (10 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 14 days ago

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Execute PCS projects and activities to support Berkeley Supply Center goals for Engineering TSOs, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Sciences, Process Engineering, Central Utilities...

Manufacturing & Production Engineer

  • Pleasanton, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 18 days ago

engineering experience required....

Process Engineer (Day Shift)

  • Newark, CA (24 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Newark, CA (24 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Job Title: Process Engineer (Day Shift) Department: Manufacturing Engineering (ME) Job Overview: The Manufacturing Process Engineer develops, implements, and qualifies manufacturing processes, equipment...

CAD/PLM Systems & Process Engineer

  • Fremont, CA (21 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (21 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 26 days ago

Title : CAD/PLM Systems & Process Engineer Locations : Fremont, CA Duration : 24+ months contract with possible extension Rate : $40 to $50/hr on W2 Job Description: We are seeking an individual with...

Process Engineer, Inventory Management System

  • Alameda, CA (13 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Alameda, CA (13 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 26 days ago

You will collaborate closely with mechanical design, plant layout, piping, instrumentation, and operations teams to integrate and optimize these systems....

Process Engineer 5, Deposition

  • Fremont, CA (21 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (21 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 27 days ago

Responsible for performing professional process engineering research, development, and evaluation in support of the companys complex semiconductor capital equipment and systems....

Staff Process Engineer, Etch (work location: Bangalore, India)

  • Fremont, CA (21 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (21 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 27 days ago

Responsible for performing professional process engineering research, development, and evaluation in support of the companys complex semiconductor capital equipment and systems....

Process Engineer II

  • Fremont, CA (21 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (21 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 28 days ago

The Job** -The position is responsible for initiating, developing, implementing, and maintaining production processes in conjunction with production personnel.- The position will help define...

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Salary for Process Engineer Jobs in Walnut Creek, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Process Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Process Engineers in Walnut Creek, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
51.0%
Master's Degree
34.6%
Associate's Degree
4.9%
Doctorate Degree
4.5%
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 Walnut Creek, CA
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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