Process Engineer Jobs in Illinois

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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Lead Process Engineer

  • Richmond, IL
  • 22 hours ago
  • Richmond, IL
  • 22 hours ago

Understanding of applying statistical process control methods....

Process Engineers

  • Normal, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Normal, IL
  • 2 days ago

Process Engineers with Rivian Automotive, LLC in Normal, IL....

Process Engineers

  • Normal, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Normal, IL
  • 2 days ago

RQMTS: Master's degree or foreign equivalent in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a closely related field....

Manufacturing Process Engineer

  • Princeton, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Princeton, IL
  • 4 days ago

Understanding of Statistical Process Control, Lean Manufacturing, Root Cause Analysis, Design of Experiments....

Process Engineer

  • Hoffman Estates, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL
  • 5 days ago

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (production, design engineering, quality, maintenance, R&D) to ensure successful project implementation....

Process Engineer

  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago

Position Title: Process Engineer Location: Onsite. Chicago, IL. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree (Engineering Based Preferred). Experience in Automotive Manufacturing Engineering....

Quality Engineer -Sustaining Engineering (SE)

  • Rockford, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 5 days ago

Support project teams through the selection of correct design / manufacturing concepts and fundamental technology to ensure successful project outcomes....

Process Engineer General

  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago

Transforming the Future with Convergence of Simulation and Data Process Engineer General Job Summary: Our client in Chicago, IL is looking for a Process Engineer General....

Welding/Quality Engineer

  • Springfield, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 7 days ago

in manufacturing engineering or quality leadership roles + Strong knowledge of welding standards ( AWS, ISO 3834-2) and quality systems ( ISO 9001) + Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams...

Process Engineer

  • Elk Grove Village, IL
  • 11 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL
  • 11 days ago

Interpret engineering blueprints, mechanical and technical drawings and develop 3D engineering models; Confer with industrial and mechanical design engineers and other mechanical and engineering staff...

Process Development Engineer- Level II

  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 days ago

Define, manage, and communicate project timelines and risks Perform Design for Manufacturing DFM, Design of Experiments DOE and design/process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA/PFMEA) Collaborate...

Process Engineer - Automated Manufacturing

  • Buffalo Grove, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL
  • 12 days ago

Job Summary Summary: The Process Engineer - Automated Manufacturing will be based in Buffalo Grove, reporting to the Systems and Projects Engineering Manager and shall oversee process engineering capabilities...

Process Engineer

  • Mundelein, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Mundelein, IL
  • 13 days ago

at Amcor Flexibles Inc in Mundelein, Illinois, United States Job Description Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that's transforming the packaging industry and improving lives...

Quality Engineer

  • Champaign, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 13 days ago

Analyze statistical process control data to understand process variation, initiating corrective actions when necessary....

NPI Process Development Engineer

  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 days ago

Apply Advanced Analytics: Utilize Design of Experiments (DOE) and Statistical Process Control (SPC) to uncover and resolve yield loss issues, enhancing product quality....

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Salary for Process Engineer Jobs in Illinois

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 Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
50.9%
Master's Degree
34.6%
Associate's Degree
4.9%
Doctorate Degree
4.6%
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 Illinois
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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