Process Engineer Jobs in Virginia

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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Paint Process Engineer

  • Arlington, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 3 days ago

The Role: The Paint Process Engineer position is a fast-paced manufacturing engineering position in which you will work with paint robots, circulation systems, air handlers and ovens....

PET Formulation - Process Engineer

  • Mount Vernon, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Mount Vernon, VA
  • 10 days ago

31 Mar, 2025 PET Formulation - Process Engineer ASTRAZENECA MOUNT VERNON, IN, USA FORMULATION ENGINEER, PROCESS ENGINEER BIOCHEMICALS / PHARMACEUTICALS Job Description Job Description The AstraZeneca...

Automation & Process Control Engineer (DCS)

  • North Chesterfield, VA
  • 14 days ago
  • North Chesterfield, VA
  • 14 days ago

Company: DuPont DuPont Water and Protection currently has a position available as an Automation & Process Control Engineer at the Spruance site located in Richmond, VA. This Automation & Process...

Process Improvement Engineer- Remote

  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 15 days ago
  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 15 days ago

City/State Glen Allen, VA Work Shift First (Days) Overview: Sentara Health Plan is currently hiring a Process Improvement Engineer- Remote! Status: Full-time, permanent position (40 hours) Work...

Remote Work

Process Engineer

  • Radford, VA
  • 19 days ago
  • Radford, VA
  • 19 days ago

engineering discipline and 4 years working as a process engineer or equivalent combination of education and experience....

Automation & Process Control Engineer (PLC)

  • North Chesterfield, VA
  • 19 days ago
  • North Chesterfield, VA
  • 19 days ago

Company: DuPont DuPont is seeking an Automation & Process Control Engineer (A&PC) to join our dynamic Spruance team in Richmond, VA. The A&PC Engineer will play a pivotal role in providing...

Process Engineer

  • Chantilly, VA
  • 20 days ago
  • Chantilly, VA
  • 20 days ago

Process Engineer Location: Chantilly, VA Step into a role where your engineering expertise doesnt just keep the line movingit brings innovation to life....

Process Control Engineer

  • Big Island, VA
  • 26 days ago
  • Big Island, VA
  • 26 days ago

Process Control Engineer Location(s) Big Island, Virginia Company Georgia-Pacific Career Field Operations & Manufacturing Job Number 171043 Your Job The desired candidate must demonstrate customer...

Process Improvement Engineer

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 27 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 27 days ago

City/State Virginia Beach, VA Work Shift First (Days) Overview: Overview Support process improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, and other best practices to enhance operational efficiency and...

Process Engineer

  • Richmond, VA
  • 28 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 28 days ago

We design and manufacture innovative, sustainable packaging components for cold-chain shipping of food and pharmaceutical products....

Lead Process Engineer - Chesterfield

  • Richmond, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 45+ days ago

The Principal Process Engineer provides process technology support to operating plants....

Lead Process Engineer - Hopewell

  • Richmond, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 45+ days ago

A Lead Process Engineer interacts with plant engineering and operations & maintenance departments to identify improvement opportunities, as well as the business and marketing teams for growth projects...

Business Process Engineer

  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 30+ days ago

CACI International Business Process Engineer in Nationwide , Virginia Business Process Engineer Job Category: Consulting Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret Employee Type...

Operations Process Engineer 1

  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Req ID: 51800 At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. Headquartered in Lynchburg, Va., BWXT provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for national...

Quality Engineer II - Plant Operations

  • Lexington, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lexington, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Support new product introduction (NPI) by validating quality requirements and participating in design for manufacturability (DFM) reviews....

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Salary for Process Engineer Jobs in Virginia

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 Virginia 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 Virginia
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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