Process Engineer Jobs in South Carolina

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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Quality Engineer

  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 2 days ago

Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Preferred Knowledge of root cause and problem-solving techniques such as fishbone or 5 Why Familiarity with statistical process control techniques Knowledge of Geometric...

Product Quality Engineer, BIW & Closures

  • Blythewood, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Blythewood, SC
  • 3 days ago

Here's what else you'll bring: Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field....

Product Quality Engineer - Sealing/ Water/Wind

  • Columbia, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 3 days ago

Experience with CAD software and FEA (Finite Element Analysis) tools is a plus....

Industrial Process Engineer

  • Columbia, SC
  • 7 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 7 days ago

Job Title: Industrial Process Engineer Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Industrial Process Engineer with a strong knowledge in electronics engineering and process improvement....

Process Engineer

  • Columbia, SC
  • 7 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 7 days ago

Here at Scout Motors, we're carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history. A vehicle dating back to 1960. One that forged the path for future generations of...

Process Engineer

  • Greenville, SC
  • 9 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 9 days ago

Process Engineer Engineering Greenville, South Carolina Professional Direct Hire Jun 26, 2025 HTI is seeking a Process Engineer for a leading specialty chemical manufacturer in the Upstate....

Customer Quality Engineer

  • Summerville, SC
  • 18 days ago
  • Summerville, SC
  • 18 days ago

Experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC), FMEA, PPAP, quality audits, corrective actions (CAPA), and ISO/TS 16949 Experience with an automotive supplier, aerospace, or medical manufacturing...

Lead Quality Engineer

  • Beech Island, SC
  • 19 days ago
  • Beech Island, SC
  • 19 days ago

Ensure that established manufacturing inspection, sampling and statistical process control procedures are followed as applicable. Performs production and quality systems audits....

Manufacturing Process Engineer

  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 19 days ago
  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 19 days ago

Manufacturing Process Engineer (2nd & 3rd Shift) Manufacturing Misc/Other Spartanburg, South Carolina Professional Direct Hire Jun 17, 2025 HTI is seeking a process focused Manufacturing Process Engineer...

Process Engineer III, Manufacturing Engineering

  • Greenville, SC
  • 22 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 22 days ago

13 Jun, 2025 Process Engineer III, Manufacturing Engineering THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC GREENVILLE, NC, USA PROCESS ENGINEER PLASTICS & MANUFACTURING Job Description Job Description Location: Greenville...

Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

  • Clinton, SC
  • 23 days ago
  • Clinton, SC
  • 23 days ago

Senior Supplier Quality Engineer Job Employer Name:SpiderID: 13849219 Location: Clinton, South CarolinaDate Posted: 9/27/2024 Wage: NegotiableCategory: Manufacturing Job Code: REQ41664 Job...

Quality Engineer II

  • Clinton, SC
  • 23 days ago
  • Clinton, SC
  • 23 days ago

and manufacturing improvement initiatives * Uses basic and advanced Lean / CI tools to drive sustainable improvements and solutions Education and Experience Requirements Education Bachelor's Degree...

Process Engineer

  • Abbeville, SC
  • 23 days ago
  • Abbeville, SC
  • 23 days ago

Process Engineer will support serve wire application machines and jacket extrusion processes to produce power cables to Industry Standard or Customer specific designs....

Industrial Process Engineer

  • Batesburg, SC
  • 26 days ago
  • Batesburg, SC
  • 26 days ago

Industrial Process Engineer Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Industrial Process Engineer with a strong background in electronics engineering and process improvement....

Process Engineer

  • Dillon, SC
  • 26 days ago
  • Dillon, SC
  • 26 days ago

process control (SPC) and never-ending improvement (NEI) methods....

Demographic Data for South Carolina

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Salary for Process Engineer Jobs in South Carolina

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 South Carolina 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 South Carolina
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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