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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Process Engineer

  • Valencia, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Valencia, CA
  • 7 hours ago

Interaction will occur with design, manufacturing, production managers, and program managers. Collaboration will be with another process engineer recruited for the same project....

Industrial Process Engineer

  • Larkspur, CA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Larkspur, CA
  • 20 hours ago

Design engineering consists of feasibility through detailed design and construction for reimbursable & lump sum projects....

Senior Life Sciences Process Engineer

  • Larkspur, CA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Larkspur, CA
  • 20 hours ago

Are you a Life Sciences process engineer with a passion for working on complex engineering projects in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary environment?...

Staff Semiconductor Process Engineer

  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 1 day ago

Desired Skills: 9+ years of industry experience OR advanced degree in Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Physics with 7+ years of industry experience....

Quality Engineer I

  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 2 days ago

Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Engineering from a four-year college, preferably Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering, 1 to 3 years of related experience...

Senior Quality Engineer

  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago

Minimum requirements Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Quality Management or a related field, or equivalent related experience....

Principal Quality Engineer

  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 2 days ago

#azurehwjobs #HIFE #Quality #SCHIE #AHSI Lead the team or task forces to drive the server quality across design, manufacturing, data center deployment and sustaining phase Collaborate with leaders to...

Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer

  • Oakland, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 2 days ago

Process Control (SPC) methodologies and tools....

Process Engineer, application via RippleMatch

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 days ago

Requirements for the role: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field....

Manufacturing Process Engineer Job #49844

  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 3 days ago

Manufacturing Process Engineer Engineering Thousand Oaks, CA, US Pay Rate Low: 35 | Pay Rate High: 38 We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Manufacturing Engineer to develop, implement, and...

Supplier Quality Engineer - Electronics Category (PWB) - Remote BAE Systems Today Secret Unspecified Unspecified Engineering - Systems Irvine, CA (ON-SITE/OFFICE) Job Description *** This is a...

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Manufacturing Process Engineer

  • Fallbrook, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Fallbrook, CA
  • 3 days ago

MANUFACTURING PROCESS ENGINEER Fallbrook, CALIFORNIA JOB REFERENCE ID: 25-06700 JOB TYPE: Direct Placement LOCATION: Fallbrook, CALIFORNIA PAY RATE: $80000 - $115000 POST DATE: July 2, 2025 : Summary...

Senior Principal Supplier Quality Engineer - Electronics Categor BAE Systems Today Secret Unspecified Unspecified Engineering - Systems orange county, CA (ON-SITE/OFFICE) Job Description You don't...

Sr. Quality Engineer

  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 3 days ago

Apply statistical process control (SPC) methods to analyze data and evaluate current processes and changes....

Quality Engineer, Sr.

  • South El Monte, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • South El Monte, CA
  • 3 days ago

Acts as a Liaison between Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Program Management, Operations, Sales and Purchasing Functions to ensure product Conformance and Customer Satisfaction....

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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
51.0%
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 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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