Job Title: Process EngineerJob Description The Process Engineer is responsible for improving, designing, and implementing manufacturing processes. This role involves setting up new production systems, optimizing current processes, creating documentation, training operators, and managing process improvement projects. The position requires hands-on work with equipment and collaboration across various departments including engineering, production, quality, facilities, EHS, and vendors. Responsibilities + Improve safety, quality, and efficiency of manufacturing processes. + Design, install, and validate new production tools and processes. + Create and update work instructions and process documentation. + Train production staff on new or updated processes. + Perform root-cause analysis using tools like 8D and 5 Why. + Collect, measure, and interpret production data. + Manage projects with limited supervision and potentially oversee technicians or other engineers. + Ensure compliance with safety procedures such as lockout/tagout. Essential Skills + Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 2+ years of production engineering experience, or 7+ years of equivalent experience. + Mechanical and analytical hands-on experience in production or lab settings. + Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Lean, and Six Sigma. + Strong communication skills and intermediate proficiency in MS Office. + Eligibility to work in an ITAR-regulated environment. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience with ceramic or industrial part processing is preferred. + Experience with manufacturing engineering involving wire bond equipment or automated equipment. + Experience troubleshooting issues on the production line and working with automated equipment. Work Environment The work environment includes exposure to the latest technology and brand new machines and production lines. The company offers growth opportunities, allowing employees who start as temporary workers to advance into engineering and management roles. The company is known for low turnover and retains employees well. Benefits include 10 paid holidays and 5 days of accrued PTO. This is a long-term role with opportunities to diversify into the chip-making industry. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $80000.00/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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 17, 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. 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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.