Process Engineer

Eastridge; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastridge Workforce Solutions is hiring a Process Sustaining Engineer in Carlsbad, CA to support a leading medical diagnostics manufacturer. You will troubleshoot production issues, support equipment qualification, and drive improvements within a GMP-regulated environment.

The role focuses on manufacturing processes, equipment, and documentation, with a Monday–Friday 1st shift schedule and onsite work. Suitable for candidates with GMP-regulated experience and engineering background.

Qualifications

• GMP-regulated manufacturing experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical discipline preferred.
• Experience with manufacturing processes and production equipment in a regulated environment.
• Strong troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with equipment qualification/validation, process improvement, and manufacturing documentation.
• Medical device, pharmaceutical, biotech, or diagnostics manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to work onsite in Carlsbad, CA on 1st shift.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot manufacturing process and equipment issues to minimize downtime.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for production issues.
• Support equipment maintenance, qualification, validation, and process improvements.
• Analyze process performance and identify opportunities to improve reliability, quality, and efficiency.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering teams to resolve technical issues.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, work instructions, engineering documentation, and GMP records.
• Support continuous improvement and manufacturing sustaining initiatives.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Process improvement

GMP experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Equipment qualification/validation

Job description

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Process Engineer Compensation: $37.00 - $40.00 Loading... Eastridge Workforce Solutions is committed to connecting skilled professionals with meaningful career opportunities. We are seeking a Process Sustaining Engineer to support our client’s team.

Created/Revised Date: August 20, 2026 Anticipated Closing Date: September 20, 2026 Job Title: Process Sustaining Engineer Location: Carlsbad, CA – Onsite Shift: 1st Shift Hourly Pay Range and Other Compensation:

• The hourly rate for this position is $37.00 to $37.00 per hour, depending on geographic location, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Employment Type : Full-Time | Temporary FLSA Status : Non-Exempt

Schedule : Monday–Friday, 1st Shift 6:00 am to 2:30 pm

Job Summary: Eastridge Workforce Solutions is hiring a Process Sustaining Engineer to support a leading medical diagnostics manufacturer in Carlsbad. This role will provide engineering support for manufacturing processes and equipment, troubleshoot production issues, and drive improvements within a GMP-regulated environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot manufacturing process and equipment issues to minimize downtime.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for production issues.
• Support equipment maintenance, qualification, validation, and process improvements.
• Analyze process performance and identify opportunities to improve reliability, quality, and efficiency.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering teams to resolve technical issues.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, work instructions, engineering documentation, and GMP records.
• Support continuous improvement and manufacturing sustaining initiatives.

Requirements:

• Previous GMP-regulated manufacturing experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical discipline preferred.
• Experience supporting manufacturing processes and production equipment in a regulated environment.
• Strong troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with equipment qualification/validation, process improvement, and manufacturing documentation.
• Medical device, pharmaceutical, biotech, or diagnostics manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to work onsite in Carlsbad, CA on 1st shift.

Benefits: Eastridge Workforce Solutions offers the following benefits, subject to applicable eligibility requirements. Use this link https://applicantcenterstorage.blob.core.windows.net/public-documents/EWSb1cb390e-729b-47eb-ab2f-b92adafbdd07-2024EplicaBenefitSummaryTempExternal.pdf to learn more about benefits available to Eastridge’s temporary employees. Due to the varying length(s) of temporary assignments, Eastridge Workforce Solutions’ Temporary Staff are not eligible for paid time off, unless required by applicable state law in which the position is based. However, from time to time Eastridge’s clients may offer additional benefits to Eastridge employees while on assignment. Information about those benefits will be communicated when applicable.

Disclaimer: The compensation and benefits information in this posting represents Eastridge’s good faith and reasonable estimate of what it might pay for this position. Eastridge reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Eastridge Workforce Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity,and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,genderexpression, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Eastridge Workforce Solutions also prohibits harassment or retaliation of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is our policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Please note that Eastridge is unable to provide visa sponsorship to applicants.

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