Process Engineer III
Element Solutions · Fremont, CA
- Level
- Senior
- Team
- Process
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 8+ years
- Industry
- Chemicals
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A senior process role at Element Solutions (chemicals) in Fremont, CA. You’ll bring your engineering skills to the table to boost first pass yields, streamline processes, and drive cost improvements.
- They ask for
- 8+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Root cause, SPC, Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), Internal audits, EHS / safety
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
- Openings
- 2 with this title at this site
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Process Engineer roles in California: typical posted base $116k–$171k.
Median of the low and high ends of 67 live postings that list pay, out of 112 process engineer openings in California, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
California plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 111 other live process postings in California.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (8+ vs 5+)
Typical $115k–$171k, from 65 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Root cause 46%
- ✓ SPC 28%
- DOE 26%
- ✓ Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 24%
- ✓ Team leadership 22%
- New product launch 21%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Internal audits, EHS / safety, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
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How to get in at this plant
Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.
- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Process team at Element Solutions
Engineers who joined in the last year or two reply the most. Use the team search on this page to find them.
- 2
Send a short, curious note
One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.
- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
- 4
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If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.
- 5
Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
This plant: Element Solutions in Fremont
6 other open roles at this site.
- Engineering Manager · Manufacturing · Manager
- Quality Engineer · Quality
- Sr. Process Engineer · Process · Senior
- Process Engineer II · Process
- Senior Process Engineer · Process · Senior
- EHS Site Leader · Manufacturing · Manager
Full description from Element SolutionsAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
requirements
listed above. If you believe you have the knowledge and experience necessary to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.
What competencies will you need?
- ✓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
We are Offering...
Challenge Yourself and Impact the Future - You will be part of a highly collaborative culture that promotes continuous improvement through cross-functional partnerships to achieve our mission. We do this through a strong and unified culture and transparent management which has empowered us to create high performing global teams that achieve superior solutions for our customers.
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Innovated work environment where you will be a part of a dynamic and collaborative team.
Perks and Incentives such as paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional development.
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Challenge Yourself and Impact the Future!
MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions, a business segment of Element Solutions Inc (NYSE: ESI), is renowned worldwide for its commitment to revolutionizing the electronics industry. With a legacy spanning over a century, we have continually set new benchmarks for excellence, reliability and sustainability in electronic materials.
- •Wafer Level Packaging - Revolutionizing wafer fabrication processes for enhanced efficiency and performance
- •Circuitry Solutions - Tailored solutions to meet the dynamic demands of modern circuitry
- •Electronics Assembly Solutions - Innovating semiconductor, surface mount technology, and power electronics assembly for unparalleled reliability
- •Advanced Materials and Joining - Engineering polymer and metal joining solutions for optimally performing circuits
- •Film & Smart Surface Solutions - Transforming electronics with cutting-edge materials and technologies for enhanced functionality and reliability
- •Micromax – Elevating electronics through high-performing, specialized inks and pastes
Across diverse sectors including automotive, consumer electronics, mobile devices, telecom, data storage, infrastructure, and AI, MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions has earned the trust of manufacturers worldwide. Our comprehensive range of high-quality solutions and technical services enables the entire electronics supply chain, empowering businesses to thrive in today's competitive landscape.
We embody the 'Elements of our Culture'- our 5C's; Challenge, Commit, Collaborate, Choose, and Care. These core values are the foundation of our organization which our employees embrace in their interactions with customers, colleagues and other stakeholders, to drive financial performance and create a rewarding work environment.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for a Process Engineer who’s ready to dive into optimizing our operations! Under the guidance of our Engineering Manager, you’ll be the go-to person for keeping our key products on point with Statistical Process Control. You’ll bring your engineering skills to the table to boost first pass yields, streamline processes, and drive cost improvements. If you love solving problems, making things run smoother, and enjoy seeing the impact of your work, this is the role for you!
What will you be doing?
- •Monitor processes closely and oversee SPC related activities for critical processes
- •Daily monitoring of production for quality, cycle time, EHS compliance, and consistency with documented work practices
- •Determine root causes for out-of-control products as well as other product failures and follow through with corrective actions
- •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.
- •Write and modify Work Instructions for existing products.
- •Supports the transition from pilot to full-scale manufacturing through process documentation, batch validation, and operator training.
- •Ability to lead process engineering related Capital Projects
- •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
Who are You?
- •Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Chemical Engineering
- •5 to 8 years related experience preferred in a process engineering role.
- •Over 3 years in chemical synthesis, preferably in batch operation.
We understand that not all candidates may meet the