Top Process Engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL

Lead development, characterization, qualification and transfer of high-volume optoelectronic assembly processes. Design and run DOE, perform FMEA/RCCA, specify/procure equipment, design tooling, document processes, train technicians, and ensure successful manufacturing transfer and equipment maintenance.

Senior individual contributor leading development, optimization, and transfer of InP PIC and laser fabrication processes for high-volume manufacturing. Responsibilities include epitaxial design, process flow development, process integration, SPC and statistical analysis, FMEA and root-cause work, metrology strategy, fab execution with remote partners, cross-functional collaboration, and mentoring.

Plan, develop, and execute process engineering tasks for federal industrial and manufacturing projects. Create PFDs/P&IDs, perform mass/energy balances and equipment sizing, support PHAs/HAZOPs, prepare specifications, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, assist construction/commissioning/startup, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring safety, compliance, and process optimization.

Design and analyze chemical process systems: produce PFDs, P&IDs, heat and material balances, process simulations, and equipment datasheets. Size and rate pumps, vessels, exchangers, and relief systems; perform hydraulic and flare header analysis. Prepare instrument and line lists, process descriptions, and participate in HAZID/HAZOP reviews. Support projects as an individual contributor and present technical information to clients and peers.

Drive analysis, optimization, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes. Manage plant CAPEX projects from specification through commissioning. Support maintenance planning, supplier and HSE collaboration, equipment validation, troubleshooting, KPI analysis, corrective actions, and Quality Management System improvements to enhance efficiency, safety, quality, and cost-effectiveness.

The Process Safety Engineer will conduct consequence modeling, risk assessments, and support process safety services while interacting with clients.

Lead piping stress and mechanical design for industrial/process facilities: perform CAESAR II analyses, evaluate nozzle and equipment loads, design supports and interfaces, prepare calculations and reports, coordinate multidisciplinary designs, support construction/startup, mentor junior engineers, and ensure code-compliant, constructible solutions.

Lead process design for industrial projects (pet food, meat processing), develop PFDs/P&IDs and material balances, specify equipment, run simulations (AFT, HTRI), coordinate vendors/teams, support construction/commissioning, and mentor junior engineers.

Troubleshoot and improve InP-based photonic integrated circuit wafer fabrication by performing failure analysis, SPC monitoring, data collection/analysis using MES, coordinating lot movement, establishing process specifications, and supporting process and operations engineers to drive yield, reliability, throughput, and next-generation platform ramps.

Lead automation projects across design, engineering, implementation, commissioning and lifecycle support. Serve as technical authority for control systems (DCS), provide cybersecurity and operational support, collaborate with sites and vendors, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and travel for commissioning as needed.

Lead development and optimization of fabrication processes for integrated photonic devices (electro-optic materials). Design experiments, own wafer lots at foundries, define metrology and failure analysis, improve yields, collaborate with internal and external photonics engineers, and implement process improvements to reduce loss and scale production.

Responsible for conducting risk assessments, developing safety standards, providing technical support, conducting audits, offering training, and maintaining ARA software.

Develop, characterize, qualify, and transfer assembly manufacturing processes to production. Design and run DOE, perform FMEA and root-cause analysis, design tooling/fixtures, document processes, train technicians, and oversee equipment procurement, calibration, and maintenance for high-volume optoelectronic assembly.

Design, build, and maintain scalable automated workflows and integrations using platforms like n8n, Zapier, Make, or Workato. Integrate systems via APIs/webhooks, troubleshoot workflow issues, monitor performance, document processes, and support data synchronization across CRMs and business tools while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Lead the qualification and process development for a new InP photonics semiconductor fabrication facility, focusing on process integration and yield improvement.