Entry Level Associate Process Engineer Jobs
New grad associate process engineer jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a process-focused portfolio can carry more weight than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Electronics & Hardware, Consulting & Professional Services, and Chemicals & Materials, with employers like Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences, ASM, and Micron Technology hiring at this level now.
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Why join Stryker?
Looking for a place that values your unique talents? Discover Stryker's award-winning culture.We are proud to offer you our total rewards package which includes bonuses, healthcare, insurance benefits, retirement programs, wellness programs, as well as service and performance awards – not to mention various social and recreational activities, all of which are location specific.
Job description
We are excited to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces by Fortune Magazine! We are proud to offer you 12 paid holidays annually. For an overview of our benefits and time off, please follow this link to learn more:US Stryker employee benefits.Stryker is hiring a Senior Quality Engineer in Phoenix, Arizona, to support Sustainability Solutions! In this role, you will be responsible for analyzing and resolving production issues through collaboration with engineering and material procurement teams. Furthermore, you will perform monitoring of process data and analysis of trends, financial results, and customer feedback. You will exhibit a commitment to quality first culture, compliance, and continuous improvement through the implementation of projects which optimize production, inspection, and quality system processes.
What you will do
- Work closely with operations and the business functions to ensure quality performance of product and processes
- Collaborate cross-functionally with internal and external teams to resolve quality issues
- Manages internal and supplier-driven Non-Conformances (NCs), ensuring timely investigation and closure
- Owns Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs) through root cause analysis to closure
- Disposition of non-conforming product through MRB, issuing NCs as appropriate
- Initiates and leads in the development and improvement of the manufacturing processes for existing and new products.
- Review and approval of change management activities, challenges change effectiveness and drives strong review.
- Interpret KPI trends, act as necessary, driving a continuous improvement process.
- Support the execution and analysis of manufacturing complaints and product field actions
- Provide QA support during internal and external audits
- Advocate of Human Factor practices, proficient in the science of Human Factor identification and mitigation.
- Proficient in risk management practices and concepts and applies knowledge to manufacturing operations and identify opportunities and weaknesses
- Lead and participate in the Lean philosophy – standardization and elimination of waste
- Understanding of Human Error Prevention and the application of those principles to the manufacturing environment.
- Support process/equipment validation, qualification, and Measurement System Analysis (MSA)
- Support with product holds and executing containment plans
- Manage supplier relationships, including but not limited to, coordinating communications, monitoring performance, managing in house and external nonconformities and ensuring timely delivery of quality materials and services.
What you need
- B.S. in engineering, or related discipline
- 2+ years as a Quality Engineer in a manufacturing environment.
Preferred
- Proficient in understanding of Med Device manufacturing processes, ISO 13485, GMP.
- Lean Six Sigma training is a distinct advantage.
- Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
- Proficient understanding of engineering and quality principles, including Risk Management, CAPA, Audits, and Statistics
- High level knowledge/experience of Risk Based and statistical techniques, in particular process risk, statistical sampling plans, Process Capability, Gauge R&Rs.
- High level of PC skills. Must be proficient with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint packages.
- Experience in interacting with regulatory agencies (FDA, MoH, TUV, etc.) desired.
- Strong knowledge of Quality Concepts (e.g. Risk Management, CAPA, Audits, Statistics).
- Confident representing Quality in cross-functional settings
- Self-starter able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Willing to work as part of a multi-site team; some travel required
United States of America Pay Ranges:
- Puerto Rico: $69,500 - $110,900 USD Annual
- USN: $77,700 - $129,500 USD Annual
- US5: $81,600 - $136,000 USD Annual
- US10: $85,500 - $142,500 USD Annual
- US15: $89,400 - $148,900 USD Annual
- US20: $93,200 - $155,400 USD Annual
- US30: $101,000 - $168,400 USD Annual
Why join Stryker?
Looking for a place that values your unique talents? Discover Stryker's award-winning culture.We are proud to offer you our total rewards package which includes bonuses, healthcare, insurance benefits, retirement programs, wellness programs, as well as service and performance awards – not to mention various social and recreational activities, all of which are location specific.
Job description
We are excited to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces by Fortune Magazine! We are proud to offer you 12 paid holidays annually. For an overview of our benefits and time off, please follow this link to learn more:US Stryker employee benefits.Stryker is hiring a Senior Quality Engineer in Phoenix, Arizona, to support Sustainability Solutions! In this role, you will be responsible for analyzing and resolving production issues through collaboration with engineering and material procurement teams. Furthermore, you will perform monitoring of process data and analysis of trends, financial results, and customer feedback. You will exhibit a commitment to quality first culture, compliance, and continuous improvement through the implementation of projects which optimize production, inspection, and quality system processes.
What you will do
- Work closely with operations and the business functions to ensure quality performance of product and processes
- Collaborate cross-functionally with internal and external teams to resolve quality issues
- Manages internal and supplier-driven Non-Conformances (NCs), ensuring timely investigation and closure
- Owns Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs) through root cause analysis to closure
- Disposition of non-conforming product through MRB, issuing NCs as appropriate
- Initiates and leads in the development and improvement of the manufacturing processes for existing and new products.
- Review and approval of change management activities, challenges change effectiveness and drives strong review.
- Interpret KPI trends, act as necessary, driving a continuous improvement process.
- Support the execution and analysis of manufacturing complaints and product field actions
- Provide QA support during internal and external audits
- Advocate of Human Factor practices, proficient in the science of Human Factor identification and mitigation.
- Proficient in risk management practices and concepts and applies knowledge to manufacturing operations and identify opportunities and weaknesses
- Lead and participate in the Lean philosophy – standardization and elimination of waste
- Understanding of Human Error Prevention and the application of those principles to the manufacturing environment.
- Support process/equipment validation, qualification, and Measurement System Analysis (MSA)
- Support with product holds and executing containment plans
- Manage supplier relationships, including but not limited to, coordinating communications, monitoring performance, managing in house and external nonconformities and ensuring timely delivery of quality materials and services.
What you need
- B.S. in engineering, or related discipline
- 2+ years as a Quality Engineer in a manufacturing environment.
Preferred
- Proficient in understanding of Med Device manufacturing processes, ISO 13485, GMP.
- Lean Six Sigma training is a distinct advantage.
- Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
- Proficient understanding of engineering and quality principles, including Risk Management, CAPA, Audits, and Statistics
- High level knowledge/experience of Risk Based and statistical techniques, in particular process risk, statistical sampling plans, Process Capability, Gauge R&Rs.
- High level of PC skills. Must be proficient with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint packages.
- Experience in interacting with regulatory agencies (FDA, MoH, TUV, etc.) desired.
- Strong knowledge of Quality Concepts (e.g. Risk Management, CAPA, Audits, Statistics).
- Confident representing Quality in cross-functional settings
- Self-starter able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Willing to work as part of a multi-site team; some travel required
United States of America Pay Ranges:
- Puerto Rico: $69,500 - $110,900 USD Annual
- USN: $77,700 - $129,500 USD Annual
- US5: $81,600 - $136,000 USD Annual
- US10: $85,500 - $142,500 USD Annual
- US15: $89,400 - $148,900 USD Annual
- US20: $93,200 - $155,400 USD Annual
- US30: $101,000 - $168,400 USD Annual
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Entry Level Associate Process Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level associate process engineer job?
Focus on internship experience, coursework projects, or any hands-on lab work that shows you can support process improvement or manufacturing workflows. Employers at this level look for a relevant engineering degree, familiarity with tools like AutoCAD or statistical process control software, and the ability to follow and document standard operating procedures. Tailoring your resume to each posting's listed requirements gives you a clear edge.
Which companies hire entry level associate process engineers?
Companies hiring entry level associate process engineers right now include Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences, ASM, and Micron Technology, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from manufacturers, chemical producers, medical device companies, and industrial operations that bring on junior engineers to support continuous improvement and production teams.
Are there remote entry level associate process engineer jobs?
Yes, though most openings at this level are on-site given the hands-on nature of the work. About 4% of entry level associate process engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to appear in process documentation, quality systems, or data analysis roles where physical plant access is not required every day.
Are these new grad associate process engineer jobs?
Yes, the roles on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior associate process engineer positions. A posting is typically new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or co-op rotations in place of full-time history, or explicitly invites candidates with a relevant engineering degree and no professional background yet. A strong capstone project or process-focused portfolio can substitute for work experience in many cases.
Which industries hire the most entry level associate process engineers?
Entry Level associate process engineer roles concentrate in Electronics & Hardware, Consulting & Professional Services, and Chemicals & Materials, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors hire at the junior level because they run high-volume production or regulated manufacturing environments that need entry level engineers to assist with process optimization, compliance documentation, and efficiency tracking under senior supervision.