Process Engineer Jobs in Tennessee

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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Ceramic Cleaning Process Engineer

  • Oak Ridge, TN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN
  • 3 hours ago

Job Title Ceramic Cleaning Process Engineer As the Cleaning Process Engineer, you will be responsible for the cleaning process of ceramic components....

Quality Engineer

  • Morristown, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Morristown, TN
  • 5 days ago

engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent....

Malibu TN Process Engineer

  • Loudon, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Loudon, TN
  • 6 days ago

Summary This position will lower the cost component of manufacturing by leading, planning, directing, and coordinating process improvement initiatives in safety, quality, and efficiency, while...

Manufacturing Process Engineer III

  • Lebanon, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Lebanon, TN
  • 7 days ago

Work Schedule First Shift (Days) Environmental Conditions Office Job Description Manufacturing Process Engineer III When part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll do important work, like...

Manufacturing Process Engineer II

  • Lebanon, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Lebanon, TN
  • 7 days ago

**Discover Impactful Work:** Being will be part of the manufacturing engineering team to develop new manufacturing processes that support the global network of Thermo Fisher Scientific SUD manufacturing...

Manufacturing Process Engineer

  • Nashville, TN
  • 10 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 10 days ago

13 Jun, 2025 Manufacturing Process Engineer THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC NASHVILLE, TN, USA MANUFACTURING ENGINEER CHEMICALS Job Description Job Description Manufacturing Process Engineer II When part of...

Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

  • Humboldt, TN
  • 11 days ago
  • Humboldt, TN
  • 11 days ago

Required Education/Experience Associates degree or higher in Engineering, preferably in Quality, Industrial or Mechanical engineering with 5-10 years experience required....

Process Engineer

  • Smyrna, TN
  • 19 days ago
  • Smyrna, TN
  • 19 days ago

& Requirements Job Description AESC is looking to add a Process Engineer to our team in Smyrna, TN....

Lead Process Engineer - IC & Facial

  • Loudon, TN
  • 19 days ago
  • Loudon, TN
  • 19 days ago

Lead Process Engineer - IC & Facial Job Description You're not the person who will settle for just any role. Neither are we....

Principal Process Engineer - Critical Utilities - Lebanon API

  • Lebanon, TN
  • 25 days ago
  • Lebanon, TN
  • 25 days ago

We are seeking a Principal Critical Utilities Process Engineer to support the API manufacturing business in Lebanon....

Quality Engineer

  • Lewisburg, TN
  • 25 days ago
  • Lewisburg, TN
  • 25 days ago

Provide technical liaison and consultation services for Manufacturing, Engineering, Sales and Purchasing to assure effective communication, coordination and interaction....

Process Engineer

  • Memphis, TN
  • 28 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 28 days ago

Job Requirements: Bachelors degree in Engineering 4+ years of experience in process engineering or related field Medical device industry experience Experience in design transfer processes Experience...

Process Engineer

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Position Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Science, or Metallurgy and 5+ years experience in foundry operations OR 10+ Years in foundry operations...

Sr Process Engineer - OCC (Kingsport, Kingsport Packaging (KP03), US, 37660)

  • Kingsport, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kingsport, TN
  • 30+ days ago

The location in Kingsport, TN is seeking talent to fill the position of Sr Process Engineer - OCC (Old Currugated Containers)....

Process Engineer - Coatings

  • Morristown, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Morristown, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree (minimum): In fields such as Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering. Master's or Ph.D....

Demographic Data for Tennessee

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Salary for Process Engineer Jobs in Tennessee

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 Tennessee offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
51.0%
Master's Degree
34.5%
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 Tennessee
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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