Process Engineer Jobs in Kentucky

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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Stamping - Process Engineer (KTP)

  • Louisville, KY
  • 9 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 9 hours ago

In this position... You will apply engineering principles & analytical techniques to establish and continuously improve manufacturing processes and products. RESPONSIBILITIES What you'll do......

Process Engineer

  • Elizabethtown, KY
  • 21 hours ago
  • Elizabethtown, KY
  • 21 hours ago

Process Engineer Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Process Engineer to support Manufacturing Process Engineering activities for Final Assembly....

Manufacturing Process Engineer

  • Lexington, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 1 day ago

Business: Pharma Solutions Department: Facilities, Maintenance & Engineering Location: Lexington Job Overview The Manufacturing Process Engineer serves as subject-matter-expert and provides real-time...

Manufacturing Process Engineer

  • Glendale, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Glendale, KY
  • 1 day ago

The Manufacturing / Process Engineer at BlueOval SK BlueOval City in Stanton, Tennessee will have a unique, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be a key member of the start-up team, launching the facility...

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Quality Engineer

  • Louisville, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 3 days ago

Quality Engineer We are seeking a highly motivated Quality Engineer to lead and manage advance quality control activities for new product launches. As a Quality Engineer, you will be responsible...

** - Develop and maintain Quality Visual aids that will be used for inline, final and OBA Inspection- Improve NPI Efficiency and Quality through use of Design for Manufacturability tools.- Partner with...

Process Engineer

  • Erlanger, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Erlanger, KY
  • 5 days ago

We're currently seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Process Engineer to join our growing team....

Quality Engineer

  • Lexington, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 6 days ago

QUALITY ENGINEER IN LEXINGTON Date Posted: Tuesday, July 1, 2025 ? Job Snapshot Employee Type: Permanent Location: Kentucky, Lexington Date Posted: Tuesday, July 1, 2025 Job Description Quality...

Senior Advanced Quality Engineer

  • Louisville, KY
  • 7 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 7 days ago

Balance the communication between product design and manufacturing to ensure all issues get addressed with minimal surprises to achieve world class manufacturing goals....

Quality Engineer

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 9 days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 9 days ago

Quality Engineer We are seeking a highly motivated Quality Engineer to lead and manage advance quality control activities for new product launches. As a Quality Engineer, you will be responsible...

Quality Engineer

  • Lexington, KY
  • 9 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 9 days ago

Quality Engineer We are seeking a highly motivated Quality Engineer to lead and manage advance quality control activities for new product launches. As a Quality Engineer, you will be responsible...

Quality Engineer

  • Owensboro, KY
  • 9 days ago
  • Owensboro, KY
  • 9 days ago

Quality Engineer We are seeking a highly motivated Quality Engineer to lead and manage advance quality control activities for new product launches. As a Quality Engineer, you will be responsible...

NPI Process Engineer

  • Lexington, KY
  • 10 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 10 days ago

The Color Products Process Engineer is responsible for outlining all color product processes used in manufacturing....

Senior Process Improvement Engineer - Fabrication, Hybrid Flex 1st & 2nd Shifts

  • Louisville, KY
  • 12 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 12 days ago

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make good things, for life. As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., were powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe...

Process Improvement Engineer Co-Op

  • Florence, KY
  • 15 days ago
  • Florence, KY
  • 15 days ago

POSITION OVERVIEW Position will apply principles of Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering to manufacturing processes to achieve maximum quality and productivity from labor, materials and...

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Salary for Process Engineer Jobs in Kentucky

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 Kentucky offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
51.0%
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 Kentucky
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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