Process Engineer Jobs in Iowa

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 I

  • Iowa City, IA
  • 3 days ago
  • Iowa City, IA
  • 3 days ago

The Process Engineer I in Technology Sustainment is responsible for existing process monitoring and improvement, particularly for VAVE projects....

Process Engineer II

  • Iowa City, IA
  • 3 days ago
  • Iowa City, IA
  • 3 days ago

Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT) is the leading manufacturer of custom oligonucleotides and proprietary technologies for genomics applications. Our work is complex and cutting-edge, and our team...

Process Engineer (Bakery Processing)

  • Burlington, IA
  • 17 days ago
  • Burlington, IA
  • 17 days ago

Process Engineer (Bakery Processing) Burlington, Iowa The Sr....

Process Engineer - Technology Implementation

  • Newton, IA
  • 18 days ago
  • Newton, IA
  • 18 days ago

About TPI We are a leading wind-blade manufacturer and the only independent wind blade manufacturer with a global footprint. We are enabling many of the industry's leading wind turbine original...

Process Improvement Engineer- Rolling

  • Davenport, IA
  • 18 days ago
  • Davenport, IA
  • 18 days ago

Arconic is currently in search of a Process Improvement Engineer to join our team in Davenport, IA. At Arconic, we take pride in our work and our innovative products and technologies that advance...

Associate Process Engineer

  • Iowa City, IA
  • 29 days ago
  • Iowa City, IA
  • 29 days ago

The Associate Process Engineer works with engineering, facilities, manufacturing operations, and quality control staff to support University of Iowa Pharmaceuticals (UIP) facility and ongoing operations...

Quality Engineer

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 30+ days ago

Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology What You'll Get At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while...

Manufacturing Process Engineer

  • Marshalltown, IA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Marshalltown, IA
  • 45+ days ago

For This Role, You Will Need: Bachelor's Degree in Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Industrial Technology, or similar field of study....

Process Improvement Engineer

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 90+ days ago

Area of Interest: Business Professionals FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0 Department: Quality Improvement- SLRMC Shift: M-F 0800-1630 Job ID: 156759 Overview UnityPoint-St Luke's Hospital Full-Time...

Process Engineer - Proteins

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 90+ days ago

Overview Kemin Food Technologies is seeking a Process Engineer to join our Proteins team....

Foundry Process Engineer

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 90+ days ago

SUMMARY The Foundry Process Engineer is responsible for foundry process stability and improvements, process design, scrap reduction, automation and continuous improvement....

Melt/Recycle Process Engineer

  • Davenport, IA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Davenport, IA
  • 90+ days ago

Responsibilities & Qualifications Position Overview Our Davenport Casting facility is seeking to add a talented Melt/Recycle Process Engineer to its team....

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Salary for Process Engineer Jobs in Iowa

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 Iowa 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 Iowa
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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