Process Engineer

Actalent; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Wellness Program

PTO/Holidays

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Actalent in Fremont, CA is seeking a Process Engineer to maintain SPC, monitor production quality and drive first-pass yield improvements. You will analyze data, troubleshoot processes and support cross-functional teams.

This role requires a BS in Chemical Engineering, 0-3 years experience, and strong analytical skills. The position is fully onsite with a competitive base salary and benefits package, including health, dental, vision and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from a four-year college or university.
• 0-3 years experience in a relevant role.
• Strong knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Good organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read, write and follow written or verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Daily monitoring of production for quality, cycle time, EHS compliance, and consistency with documented work practices.
• Oversee SPC related activities for critical processes.
• Determine root causes for out-of-control products and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare periodic statistical reports for customers and ensure timely submission.
• Manage Nonconforming Material Reports and ensure proper closeout and corrective actions.
• Support QA on customer complaints related to batch manufacturing and work on CAR.
• Write and modify Work Instructions for existing products.
• Troubleshoot and resolve process equipment problems.
• Collaborate with Maintenance/Production and manage change on equipment repairs and process changes.

Skills

SPC monitoring

Data analysis

Process improvement

Chemical engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

P&ID

Pumps

Piping systems

Control valves

Mixers

Job description

Description

The Process Engineer is responsible for maintaining Statistical Process Control of key products and providing engineering support to improve first pass yield and promote process efficiency and cost improvement. We are looking for an energetic, committed, and detail-focused engineer who can come in and learn from our team.

• Daily monitoring of production for quality, cycle time, EHS compliance, and consistency with documented work practices
• Monitor processes closely and oversee SPC related activities for critical processes
• Determine root causes for out-of-control products as well as other product failures and follow through with corrective actions
• Prepare periodic statistical reports to customers and ensure the timely submission of such reports.
• Manage Nonconforming Material Reports (NCMR) as assigned and ensure timely closeout of reports and drive root cause, corrective action resolution and minimize repeat common occurrence.
• Support QA on customer complaints related to batch manufacturing processes including work on Corrective Action Request (CAR).
• Write and modify Work Instructions for existing products.
• Troubleshoot and resolve process equipment related problems.
• Collaborate with Maintenance/Production and follow proper Management of Change protocol on equipment repairs and process changes to ensure maximum process safety
• Function as secondary resource for Plant EHS Activities such as waste management shipment coordination, permit compliance monitoring, external and internal auditing, and EHS systems performance validation
• Coordinate with Maintenance, Production and oversee execution of equipment and instrumentation calibration program

Skills

statistical process control spc software, chemical process, Process improvement, chemical engineering

Top Skills Details

statistical process control spc software,chemical process

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Chemical Engineering from four-year, college or university.
• 0-3 years expierence in a relevant role
• Candidate should possess the following qualities. Good working knowledge in Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills with attention to details
• Good organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Quality focus, self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Team player and ability to interact closely with other departments
• Ability to read, write and follow written or verbal instructions.
• Familiarity with P&ID’s, basic process control, pumps, piping systems, control valves, mixers, solids handling and environmental control equipment.
• Ability to speak read and write English.

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Fremont, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $90000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Opportunities for career growth, competitive compensation (competitive base salary and performance-related bonus plan), and benefits packages (health, dental, and vision insurance, Wellness Program, PTO/Holidays, as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match). Innovative work environment where you will be a part of a dynamic and collaborative team. Perks and incentives include paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional development.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fremont,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 16, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Accommodation Statement

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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