Duties

• A senior process engineer plans, coordinates and performs process design tasks; works with occasional supervision from department heads; and oversees project activities, such as process simulation and improvement. The engineer also interacts with computer hardware and software; provides periodic data to supervisors; and establishes goals, plans and work schedules, according to O*Net OnLine.
  
  

Skills, Tools and Technologies

• To perform tasks adeptly, a senior process engineer must have math acumen, good communication skills and the ability to solve difficult problems. The engineer might use graphics tablets, personal digital assistants and computer-aided design software, according to O*Net OnLine.
  
  

Proficiency and Wages

• A bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems or electrical engineering is usually necessary for a senior process engineer position. Employers may consider candidates with less education if they have significant practical experience. The average annual salary for a senior process engineer was $98,000 as of 2010, according to Indeed.