Process Engineer Jobs in North Carolina

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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Principal Cybersecurity - Inventory Process Engineer

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary: The Principal Cybersecurity Inventory Process Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing processes related to Attack Surface Management tools and inventory...

Process Engineer Co-Op (Spring 2026)

  • Sanford, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Sanford, NC
  • 2 days ago

PROCESS ENGINEER CO-OP SPRING 2026 SANFORD, NC COTY is looking for smart leaders who are tenacious, passionate, and fearlessly kind....

Process Engineer I - API Cleaning Validation

  • Clayton, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Clayton, NC
  • 6 days ago

About the Department At Novo Nordisk, we are helping to improve the quality of life for millions of people worldwide. For more than 100 years, we have led the way in diabetes care. Being part of...

Process Engineer I - MSAT

  • Durham, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 6 days ago

About the Department For more than 100 years, Novo Nordisk has been tackling the unmet medical needs of people living with serious chronic diseases, such as diabetes & obesity. Being part of Novo...

Process Engineer 2 - Engineering Assurance # 4293

  • Durham, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 6 days ago

Our mission is to detect cancer early, when it can be cured. We are working to change the trajectory of cancer mortality and bring stakeholders together to adopt innovative, safe, and effective...

Process Engineer

  • Asheboro, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Asheboro, NC
  • 7 days ago

Seeking an Experienced Process Engineer to design and manufacture profile extrusion tooling, enhancing quality, material usage, and productivity....

Process Engineer 1

  • Holly Springs, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Holly Springs, NC
  • 7 days ago

Position Overview** The Process Engineer 1 will provide engineering guidance to support capital projects, technology transfer, and manufacturing operations....

Associate Process Engineer - API (12 hour day shift)

  • Clayton, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Clayton, NC
  • 7 days ago

About the Department At Novo Nordisk, we are helping to improve the quality of life for millions of people worldwide. For more than 100 years, we have led the way in diabetes care. Being part of...

Injection Blow Mold Process Engineer

  • Wake Forest, NC
  • 10 days ago
  • Wake Forest, NC
  • 10 days ago

A leading global plastics manufacturer North of Raleigh is hiring a Manufacturing Process Engineer!...

Field Process Engineer Water Treatment

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 12 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 12 days ago

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with...

Chemical Process Engineer I

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 14 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 14 days ago

Chemical Process Engineer I Charlotte Nederman Mikropul LLC Apply before: 2025-07-16 Are You? Ready to use your skills to drive and lead the team to success?...

Process Engineer - Water/Wastewater

  • Burlington, NC
  • 14 days ago
  • Burlington, NC
  • 14 days ago

A Process Engineer approves and prepares proposals and cost estimates and evaluates all project progress and recommends changes....

Process Engineer III

  • Hickory, NC
  • 14 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 14 days ago

CTG's long-standing Fortune 500 client of over 15 years has a W2 contract assignment for a Process Engineer III....

Continuous Improvement Engineer

  • Whitsett, NC
  • 14 days ago
  • Whitsett, NC
  • 14 days ago

General Information Req # WD00070006 Career area: Manufacturing Country/Region: United States of America State: North Carolina City: Whitsett Date: Wednesday, August 28, 2024 Working time:...

Process Engineer III

  • Hickory, NC
  • 15 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 15 days ago

Position: Process Engineer III, Req#: CRNGJP00028302 Location: Hickory, NC (100% Onsite only) Duration: 5+ Months Contract Preference is for candidates to reside locally....

Demographic Data for North Carolina

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Process Engineer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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This course will examine all processing and refinement methods of cannabis, including marijuana and hemp. Students will learn about extraction methods, distillation techniques, and purification...
Fundamentals of Manufacturing Processes
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Clinical Reasoning Process
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Salary for Process Engineer Jobs in North Carolina

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireEngineering research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Process Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Process Engineers in North Carolina offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
56.3%
Master's Degree
30.0%
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 North Carolina
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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