Process Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Process Engineer

Seeking a Process Engineer to support and optimize advanced manufacturing processes in a high-tech, precision-focused production environment. This role is responsible for troubleshooting equipment and process issues, improving quality, yield, and efficiency, supporting equipment upgrades, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related technical field
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, semiconductor, electronics, laboratory, or advanced technology environments
• Experience supporting complex production equipment and manufacturing processes
• Strong troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in cleanroom or controlled environments and follow detailed procedures
• Experience with data analysis, process improvement, and technical documentation

Preferred Experience:

• Semiconductor, thin-film, advanced materials, electro-optical, or precision manufacturing industries
• Process automation, programming, or process-control systems
• Testing, validation, and repair of electro-mechanical systems
• Reading engineering drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams

Why Join: Work with cutting-edge technologies in a stable,

growth-oriented environment offering strong work-life balance, competitive

benefits, and opportunities to drive meaningful manufacturing improvements.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Woodridge, IL.

The pay range for this position is $42.30 - $55.28/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Woodridge,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 30, 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.

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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on ziprecruiter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.