Process Engineer Jobs in Costa Mesa, CA

A Process Engineer, within the engineering industry, is responsible for developing, implementing, maintaining, and improving industrial processes. These professionals optimize production by analyzing processes and implementing effective solutions to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve quality. They design layout of equipment, safety procedures, and control systems to comply with industry standards and regulations. They also troubleshoot problems with processes and implement corrective and preventive actions. They work in various fields such as chemical, pharmaceutical, petrochemical, food and beverage, and semiconductor industries.

Important skills for a Process Engineer include strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, proficiency in relevant software, and project management. They should have excellent knowledge of process related standards, experience in process simulations, and familiarity with health and safety regulations. A degree in Process Engineering or a related field is often required, while a Professional Engineer (PE) license or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is beneficial. Prior to becoming a Process Engineer, individuals might have roles such as Process Technician, Production Engineer, or Manufacturing Engineer.

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Process Engineer III

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Location : Dublin, California Salary Range : $67.03/hr - $74.21/hr Introduction: We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Process Engineer with a background in electrical or mechanical engineering...

Process Engineer, Requirements

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related field....

Project Engineer - Process Piping

  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 10 days ago

General Job Description: This position will collaborate closely with a dedicated Project Manager, reporting to the Sales Manager, and be responsible for the technical coordination of assigned...

Quality Engineer or Materials Process Engineer

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Title: Quality Engineer or Materials Process Engineer Location: Irvine, CA Duration: 6 Months (Possible Extension) Shift: 1st The ideal candidate would have a good working knowledge of aerospace engineering...

cGMP Process Engineer

  • Yorba Linda, CA (15 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Yorba Linda, CA (15 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 15 days ago

cGMP Compliance Engineer Location: Yorba Linda, CA Job Type: Contract-to-Hire (MondayFriday, with OT availability) Pay Rate: $50/hr $60/hr (flexible for highly qualified candidates) About the...

Process Engineer

  • City of Industry, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • City of Industry, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 15 days ago

We are currently looking to hire a Process Engineer based in City of Industry, CA!...

GMP Process Engineer

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Your Role on the Team The GMP Process Engineer will support the facilities of the GMP Facility in the School of Medicine....

Specialist Process Engineer

  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Expert knowledge of process simulation packages such as HYSYS and/or PRO/II, Flare Network Analyzer and Computational Fluid Dynamics. Additional Information\: This position is in California....

GMP Process Engineer

  • Orange, CA (8 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Orange, CA (8 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Your Role on the Team The GMP Process Engineer will support the facilities of the GMP Facility in the School of Medicine....

Process Engineer

  • Santa Ana, CA (5 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (5 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Additional information can be found at www.ttm.com Scope: The Process Engineer is responsible for the implementation and maintenance of chemical processes used to produce printed circuit boards....

Process Engineer

  • Santa Ana, CA (5 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (5 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 18 days ago

Essential Skills Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical degree. Proficient in MS Excel, including VLOOKUP, Pivot tables, and VBA....

Senior Process Engineer II - CEA Controls

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 20 days ago

SUMMARY We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Process Engineer II a focus on manufacturing contamination control in the medical device industry....

Senior Process Engineer II - Endotoxin

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 20 days ago

SUMMARY We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Process Engineer II with a focus on bacterial endotoxin testing programs in the medical device industry....

Senior Process Engineer II - Sterilization

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 20 days ago

SUMMARY We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Process Engineer II with a focus on sterilization processes in the medical device industry....

Chemical Process Engineer

  • Orange, CA (8 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Orange, CA (8 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 22 days ago

Role Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Chemical Process Engineer to join our team in Orange, CA....

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Salary for Process Engineer Jobs in Costa Mesa, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Process Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Process Engineers in Costa Mesa, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
56.4%
Master's Degree
29.9%
Doctorate Degree
5.2%
Associate's Degree
3.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.4%
High School or GED
1.9%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Process Engineers in Costa Mesa, CA
None
36.4%
Less than 1 year
22.7%
1-2 years
13.6%
4-6 years
13.6%
2-4 years
9.1%
10+ years
4.5%


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