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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Operations Process Engineer

  • Channahon, IL
  • moments ago
  • Channahon, IL
  • moments ago

More information: www.ineos-styrolution.com Current Opportunity Job Title Process Engineer Grade USA_33_E-SG USA INSTY 33 E Location Channahon, Illinois The Position: The Operations Process Engineer...

Process Engineer-Molding and Packaging

  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 13 hours ago
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 13 hours ago

Partner with suppliers to ensure effective process validation, design for manufacturing, material selection, and process development for both molding and packaging components....

Process Control Engineer

  • Decatur, IL
  • 15 hours ago
  • Decatur, IL
  • 15 hours ago

Quality assurance of our components/finished products Driving Value Analysis and Value Engineering (VAVE) through cost modeling, design for manufacturability, and leveraging suppliers capabilities....

Process Control Engineer 2

  • Decatur, IL
  • 23 hours ago
  • Decatur, IL
  • 23 hours ago

Details: Job Title: Process Control Engineer 2 Pay Rate: Starting at $37.65/hr Location: Decatur, IL ZIP Code: 62526 Start Date: Right Away Job Type: Contract Schedule: 8:00am-4:00pm Keywords:...

Quality Engineer 4

  • Pontiac, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Pontiac, IL
  • 2 days ago

Experience with computer applications and software related to engineering, such as Computer Aided Design (CAD)....

Information Technology Process Engineer II

  • Hanover Park, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Hanover Park, IL
  • 2 days ago

SUMMARY The IT Process Engineer II has a dual responsibility. The initial one is to drive the "design" of the IT process of his/her responsibility....

Process Control Engineer

  • Granite City, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Granite City, IL
  • 2 days ago

Candidate Specification: Minimum Requirements: PLC block and ladder logic programming Design, engineering, installation, testing and troubleshooting of Allen-Bradley (PLC3, PLC5, ControlLogix,...

Process Engineer Automated Assembly Support

  • Buffalo Grove, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL
  • 3 days ago

Here is some of what you'll need: BS Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent experience 3 years' experience in a technology-based industry, where automated...

Process Engineer

  • Aurora, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Aurora, IL
  • 4 days ago

AMETEK LMS is actively seeking a Process Engineer to join our Operations Team....

Process Engineer

  • Alorton, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Alorton, IL
  • 4 days ago

at Industrial Staffing Services Inc dba Equiliem in Alorton, Illinois, United States Job Description As a Process Engineer, you will ensure effective operations of the plant's manufacturing process...

Process Engineer (4854)

  • Taylorville, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Taylorville, IL
  • 5 days ago

We are looking for a Process Engineer at our Taylorville, IL facility....

Staff Manufacturing Process Engineers

  • Normal, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Normal, IL
  • 5 days ago

at Rivian in Normal, Illinois, United States Job Description Staff Manufacturing Process Engineers with Rivian Automotive, LLC in Normal, IL....

Quality Engineer

  • Downers Grove, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL
  • 6 days ago

Requirements: This position requires a Bachelor's degree or foreign academic equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field....

Quality Engineer Intern

  • Mokena, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Mokena, IL
  • 6 days ago

Analyze data to identify trends and recommend improvements in product design and manufacturing processes....

Process Engineer

  • Bourbonnais, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Bourbonnais, IL
  • 6 days ago

engineering, Manufacturing process, Lean manufacturing, project engineering Top Skills Details Process improvement,Process engineering,Continuous improvement,Six sigma Additional Skills & Qualifications...

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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
51.1%
Master's Degree
34.6%
Associate's Degree
4.9%
Doctorate Degree
4.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.6%
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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