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PMX Industries

Process Engineer

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

As a Process Engineer , you'll play a vital role in developing, implementing, and improving metallurgical and manufacturing processes to support production efficiency and material performance. You ...

PMX Industries, Inc.

Process Engineer

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

As a Process Engineer , you'll play a vital role in developing, implementing, and improving metallurgical and manufacturing processes to support production efficiency and material performance. You ...

PMX Industries Inc.

Process Engineer

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

As a Process Engineer , you'll play a vital role in developing, implementing, and improving metallurgical and manufacturing processes to support production efficiency and material performance. You ...

H. T. PROF Group

Manufacturing/Process Engineer

Decorah, IA · On-site

$68K - $90K/yr

Manufacturing/Process Engineer Job Summary of the Manufacturing/Process Engineer: The Manufacturing/Process Engineer will support the company's goals and vision by developing, maintaining, and ...

QUIKRETE Companies

Process Engineer

Buffalo, IA · On-site

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineers, electrical engineering, or mechanical engineering. * MBA ... The process is simple. Click on the "Apply Now" button to get started. Good luck! #INDR * Apply

Hirebridge

As a Process Engineer with Quikrete Heavy Construction Materials, your primary responsibilities are ... Bachelor's degree in chemical engineers, electrical engineering, or mechanical engineering. * MBA ...

Ingredion

Process Engineer

Cedar Rapids, IA

$84K - $112K/yr

Process Engineer - UtilitiesLOCATION: Cedar Rapids, IAREPORTS TO: Lead Process EngineerWORKPLACE: OnsiteIngredion is hiring a Process Engineer - Utilities who plays a pivotal role in optimizing ...

CF Industries

Senior Process Engineer

Sergeant Bluff, IA

$106K - $137K/yr

Provides process engineering expertise in a collaborative environment to enhance the safe, efficient, reliable, and environmentally friendly operations of the nitrogen fertilizer plants. As the ...

CF Industries

Senior Process Engineer

Sergeant Bluff, IA

$106K - $137K/yr

Provides process engineering expertise in a collaborative environment to enhance the safe, efficient, reliable, and environmentally friendly operations of the nitrogen fertilizer plants. As the ...

Gestamp

IA · On-site

Long Description Process Engineer - Divisional Drive the Future of Automotive Manufacturing Are you passionate about designing world-class manufacturing processes and bringing innovative automotive ...

Archer Daniels Midland

Process Engineer - Clinton, IA This is an exempt/non-exempt level position. Position Summary: The ... Graduate Engineers for this role Desired Experience: * Preferred Delta V, D3 Excited about this ...

Archer Daniels Midland

Plant Process Engineer - Clinton, IA This is an exempt level position. Position Summary: The Plant Process Engineer will apply engineering principles to both new and existing operations, with ...

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How much do process engineers jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for process engineers in Iowa is $86,429.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $96,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Process Engineers vs Chemical Engineers?

AspectProcess EngineersChemical Engineers
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Engineering, often with certifications in process optimizationBachelor's or higher in Chemical Engineering, with licensure often preferred
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plants, production facilities, process optimization settingsResearch labs, chemical plants, design firms
Industry UsageManufacturing, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals, food processingPetrochemical, pharmaceuticals, specialty chemicals, energy

Process Engineers focus on designing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes within production environments. Chemical Engineers have a broader scope, including chemical reactions, process design, and research. While both roles require similar educational backgrounds, Process Engineers are more involved in day-to-day process improvements, whereas Chemical Engineers often work on process development and chemical reactions. Both roles are vital in industries like manufacturing and chemicals, but their specific responsibilities and work settings differ.

Do process engineers make a lot of money?

Process engineers typically earn competitive salaries that vary by industry, experience, and location. In the United States, the median annual wage is around $75,000 to $100,000, with higher earnings possible for those with specialized skills or advanced certifications. They often work in manufacturing, chemical, or industrial settings and may receive benefits such as bonuses and health insurance.

What does a process engineer actually do?

A process engineer designs, develops, and optimizes manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, safety, and quality. They analyze production workflows, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements using tools like process simulation and data analysis, often working in industrial or manufacturing environments. Strong problem-solving skills and knowledge of engineering principles are essential for this role.

What jobs can a process engineer do?

A process engineer designs, develops, and optimizes manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, safety, and quality. They work in industries such as chemical, pharmaceutical, food, and energy, often using tools like process simulation software and requiring knowledge of safety standards and regulations.

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Infographic showing various Process Engineers job openings in Iowa as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $86,429 per year, or $41.6 per hour.

Process Engineer III

Cedar Rapids, IA • On-site

Green Plains, Inc.
Manufacturing • 501 - 1,000 employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago

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Company rating: 9.5 out of 10

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Job description

Summary: The Process Engineer 3 (PE3) independently executes process engineering activities for FQT's technologies. This role encompasses managing engineering tasks from project conception through detailed engineering, commissioning, system start-up, and plant optimization. The PE3 is expected to demonstrate advanced engineering expertise and play a critical role in ensuring the successful execution of FQT's engineering projects and technologies.
Key Responsibilities:
Relationships
  • Initiates and develops long-term client partnerships, gathering feedback from current clients and laying the groundwork for lasting relationships
  • Demonstrates a strong understanding of FQT departments, leveraging them to deliver excellence. Mentors less experienced engineers and identifies individual training needs, providing technical advice

Process Engineering:
  • Demonstrates in-depth understanding of FQT's technologies, engineering standards, and specifications, ensuring strict adherence to technical requirements and best practices
  • Demonstrates a thorough understanding of FQT Process Engineering deliverables across the FEL process, ensuring alignment with project needs
  • Prepares Design Base Engineering Reports and client presentations, demonstrating technical expertise, attention to detail, and high-quality work
  • Leads client presentations of engineering deliverables, communicating technical details clearly. Works within the team to resolve complex issues
  • Independently sizes equipment, piping, instrumentation, and valves (manual, automated, relief), ensuring precise technical specifications of high quality
  • Independently prepares Engineering Deliverables: Design Basis, Mass & Energy Balances, Process Flow Diagrams, P&IDs, Equipment Layouts, Engineering Lists, and Project Estimates.
  • Independently contributes to process startup, demonstrating proficiency in startup procedures, troubleshooting skills, and ensuring accurate execution of startup tasks.
  • Accurately prepares process control philosophies, functional descriptions, SOPs, and training documents, maintaining high quality and speed.
  • Precisely performs process calculations and modeling in Excel and ChemCAD for large-scale projects, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
  • Demonstrates proficiency in integrating Engineering practices into FQT projects, ensuring smooth progression through the FEL stages
  • Develops plant trials, incorporate findings into engineering deliverables, including patents, to progress FQT technologies and validate new solutions

Safety and Quality:
  • Demonstrates the ability to lead while participating in Process Hazards Analysis (PHA) and Hazard and Operability Analysis (HAZOP) to identify potential hazards in design
  • Demonstrates commitment to quality, ensuring deliverables meet QA/QC standards

Project Management:
  • Manages cost estimation and budgeting for engineering tasks with accuracy
  • Independently manages deliverable timelines, ensuring adherence to project schedules
  • Manages team interactions effectively, providing informal guidance to junior team members

Qualifications:
Skills:
  • Utilizes problem solving skills to identify challenges, generating solutions and implement solutions
  • Is trusted by the team and has the knowledge and confidence to clearly conveys ideas and more importantly concerns to keep projects on track
  • Brings the team together to win. Is highly accountable, trustworthy and can collaborate effectively to support FQTs strategy
  • Demonstrates strong leadership skills of Communication, Influence, Integrity, Decision-Making, Empathy, and Adaptability within the engineering team and FQT

Characteristics:
  • Consistently demonstrates an optimistic view for good in every situation, is open to new ideas and feedback, and has the resilience to bounce back from setbacks. Appreciates others' viewpoints and is confident in your own abilities
  • Brings enthusiastic, vigor and focus to the workplace every day, maintains momentum and is highly adaptable, especially during challenging times
  • Consistently accomplishes complex goals with attention to detail an perseverance. Is highly accountable for individual and team results, whether they are successes or failures
  • Consistently demonstrates high initiative and eagerness to learn; actively seeks out opportunities to contribute to the team

Technical Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or a related field
  • Passed FE and PE (Professional Engineering) preferred
  • 6-15 years of practical engineering experience
  • Strong understanding of process engineering principles, mass and energy balances, and system/equipment sizing

Work Environment/Physical Demands:
  • Travel requirements vary significantly by project. While the average travel expectation is roughly 30%, certain projects may require up to 100% travel and could involve shift work
  • Valid driver's license required

Fluid Quip Technologies® offers competitive pay: a generous benefit package including business casual work environment, health, dental, vision, life insurance, paid holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO) and a 401(k)-retirement plan with immediate vesting and company safe harbor matching. All potential employees of Green Plains Inc. will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check prior to employment.
Green Plains and Fluid Quip do not provide immigration-related employment sponsorship for new hires (for example, H-1B, F-1 OPT, TN, or other work visas). Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and be able to maintain ongoing work authorization without employer sponsorship now or in the future.
Equal Opportunity Employer
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned.
Company Description
Fluid Quip Technologies® (Fluid Quip) provides custom technologies and engineering services to the biofuel and biochemical industries worldwide. Fluid Quip has commercialized multiple technologies to enhance the base corn-to-ethanol dry grind process, create new and novel alternative feed products, and supply the growing need for carbohydrate feedstocks into the biochemical market. Green Plains Inc., Ospraie Management, and funds and accounts managed by BlackRock hold a majority interest in Fluid Quip.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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