Process Control Engineer Jobs in New York
Process Control Engineer jobs in New York are in steady demand, with openings concentrated in chemical manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, food and beverage processing, and utilities from the Hudson Valley to Long Island. New York City, Buffalo, and Rochester are the primary hiring centers, anchored by employers such as Pfizer, Linde, and National Grid that maintain long-term engineering workforces across the state. Demand runs from entry-level instrumentation and controls roles through senior systems engineers overseeing distributed control systems and SCADA infrastructure. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Description
The Role:
The Process Controls Engineer (PCE) will work with Production and Process Improvement Engineers to implement and support automation systems throughout the facility. In this role, the PCE understands the basic plant processes and equipment, and applies the appropriate automation systems to those processes, including programming, hardware and software specifications, and start-up and operations support.
How You Will Make an Impact:
Process Controls Engineer Functional Role
- Ensures EHS compliance and continuous improvement in EHS performance
- Leads and coordinates implementation/modification of automation/monitoring systems on multiple platforms: Emerson DeltaV, Emerson Provox, Honeywell TDC3000 Enterprise Historian (Aspen or PI) and PLCs (Rockwell)
- Implements process control strategies to batch and continuous manufacturing equipment
- Works with process control engineers from Affiliate manufacturing sites to develop & maintain a set of SiGroup's standards & conventions for best in practice plant automation & process control
- Provides technical support to Affiliate manufacturing operations and all its personnel
- Develops training for operations personnel on automation systems and process control strategies
- Identifies automation project needs and assists with development of the capital budgets
- Supports site automation systems including activities such as troubleshooting, programming, preventative maintenance, back-ups, systems integration, and future planning
- Participates in Management of Change (MOC), Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) processes that are related to process control
- Proposes solutions to address the IT/OT convergence and issue resolution concerning (i.e. cybersecurity, operating system updates, life cycle management)
- Maintains site automation hardware & process control networks to support the operations of the Rotterdam Junction NY manufacturing site safely & securely through implementing a life cycle plan for the site’s automation infrastructure
- Provides technical support for new equipment/process start-ups and operation
- Participates in the production Tier meetings
- Tracks and reports monthly metrics (Key Performance Indicators, KPI’s) as well as prepares technical progress reports on active projects and initiatives
- Satisfies all Corporate Quality Requirements and ISO9001 Quality Management System
- Practices Responsible Care 14001 through active participation in the Responsible Care Management System and adheres to the Guiding Principles of Responsible Care 14001
- Any other responsibilities assigned by manager
Drive a Culture of Continuous Improvement
- Partners to drive LEAN/Six Sigma, continuous improvement of processes and operations for increased productivity and efficiency (Operational Excellence)
- Actively participates in a culture of continuous improvement through collaborative engagement and by providing suggestions in meetings and trainings to improve processes and systems
- Ensures work is accomplished through defined, measured, and continuously improved work processes; proactively identifies and leverages best practices developed across SI
- Works with Production, Quality, Global Process Engineering, R&D, Pilot Plant, Sales to identify and implement improved process control strategies to batch and continuous manufacturing equipment
- Improves processes (reduce cycle, increase batch yields, increase batch quality, decrease manufacturing costs, etc.)
- Implements continual improvements to increase production equipment reliability as well as create efficiency and sustainability in the process.
Creating Extraordinary Starts With:
- BS Chemical or Electrical Engineering or Equivalent Experience
- Strong MS-Excel, MS-Word and database skills
- Extensive Process Industry equipment knowledge and experience
- Clear and concise communication skills – verbal and written
- Working knowledge of automation standards for process safety, alarm management, batch management, & cybersecurity for industrial control systems
- Strong Troubleshooting Skills
What We Value:
We strive for all employees to nurture physical, mental and emotional health both personally and professionally. Our commitment to health and wellness centers around prevention, early detection and embracing a healthy lifestyle. Some offerings may vary by role or region, but may include:
- Physical Health benefits including competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision packages, company contribution to Health Savings Account, cash incentive for Annual Physical and reimbursement
- Financial Wellness opportunities including company paid life insurance and disability plans, 401(k) Retirement Plan with generous company match, and certified Financial Planning & Investment services
- Mental Health benefits including generous Paid Time Off and 10 Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Bonding Leave, and much more!
- The salary range for this position is $75,000 - $150,000. The specific salary offered will be determined by a variety of factors including location, experience, and education.
About us
Essential Solutions with Extraordinary Results
SI Group is a global leader in the innovative technology of performance additives, process solutions, active pharmaceutical ingredients, and chemical intermediates. Our solutions are essential to many diverse industries and applications, creating extraordinary results. We drive value by enhancing the quality, performance, and durability of countless items we use every day. We are on a journey to captivate our customers at every level. Whether that means expanding our capabilities, global reach, or providing new innovations and technologies that create value. Our approach is customized to exceed customer needs and deliver superior performance.
Job Description
The Role:
The Process Controls Engineer (PCE) will work with Production and Process Improvement Engineers to implement and support automation systems throughout the facility. In this role, the PCE understands the basic plant processes and equipment, and applies the appropriate automation systems to those processes, including programming, hardware and software specifications, and start-up and operations support.
How You Will Make an Impact:
Process Controls Engineer Functional Role
- Ensures EHS compliance and continuous improvement in EHS performance
- Leads and coordinates implementation/modification of automation/monitoring systems on multiple platforms: Emerson DeltaV, Emerson Provox, Honeywell TDC3000 Enterprise Historian (Aspen or PI) and PLCs (Rockwell)
- Implements process control strategies to batch and continuous manufacturing equipment
- Works with process control engineers from Affiliate manufacturing sites to develop & maintain a set of SiGroup's standards & conventions for best in practice plant automation & process control
- Provides technical support to Affiliate manufacturing operations and all its personnel
- Develops training for operations personnel on automation systems and process control strategies
- Identifies automation project needs and assists with development of the capital budgets
- Supports site automation systems including activities such as troubleshooting, programming, preventative maintenance, back-ups, systems integration, and future planning
- Participates in Management of Change (MOC), Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) processes that are related to process control
- Proposes solutions to address the IT/OT convergence and issue resolution concerning (i.e. cybersecurity, operating system updates, life cycle management)
- Maintains site automation hardware & process control networks to support the operations of the Rotterdam Junction NY manufacturing site safely & securely through implementing a life cycle plan for the site’s automation infrastructure
- Provides technical support for new equipment/process start-ups and operation
- Participates in the production Tier meetings
- Tracks and reports monthly metrics (Key Performance Indicators, KPI’s) as well as prepares technical progress reports on active projects and initiatives
- Satisfies all Corporate Quality Requirements and ISO9001 Quality Management System
- Practices Responsible Care 14001 through active participation in the Responsible Care Management System and adheres to the Guiding Principles of Responsible Care 14001
- Any other responsibilities assigned by manager
Drive a Culture of Continuous Improvement
- Partners to drive LEAN/Six Sigma, continuous improvement of processes and operations for increased productivity and efficiency (Operational Excellence)
- Actively participates in a culture of continuous improvement through collaborative engagement and by providing suggestions in meetings and trainings to improve processes and systems
- Ensures work is accomplished through defined, measured, and continuously improved work processes; proactively identifies and leverages best practices developed across SI
- Works with Production, Quality, Global Process Engineering, R&D, Pilot Plant, Sales to identify and implement improved process control strategies to batch and continuous manufacturing equipment
- Improves processes (reduce cycle, increase batch yields, increase batch quality, decrease manufacturing costs, etc.)
- Implements continual improvements to increase production equipment reliability as well as create efficiency and sustainability in the process.
Creating Extraordinary Starts With:
- BS Chemical or Electrical Engineering or Equivalent Experience
- Strong MS-Excel, MS-Word and database skills
- Extensive Process Industry equipment knowledge and experience
- Clear and concise communication skills – verbal and written
- Working knowledge of automation standards for process safety, alarm management, batch management, & cybersecurity for industrial control systems
- Strong Troubleshooting Skills
What We Value:
We strive for all employees to nurture physical, mental and emotional health both personally and professionally. Our commitment to health and wellness centers around prevention, early detection and embracing a healthy lifestyle. Some offerings may vary by role or region, but may include:
- Physical Health benefits including competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision packages, company contribution to Health Savings Account, cash incentive for Annual Physical and reimbursement
- Financial Wellness opportunities including company paid life insurance and disability plans, 401(k) Retirement Plan with generous company match, and certified Financial Planning & Investment services
- Mental Health benefits including generous Paid Time Off and 10 Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Bonding Leave, and much more!
- The salary range for this position is $75,000 - $150,000. The specific salary offered will be determined by a variety of factors including location, experience, and education.
About us
Essential Solutions with Extraordinary Results
SI Group is a global leader in the innovative technology of performance additives, process solutions, active pharmaceutical ingredients, and chemical intermediates. Our solutions are essential to many diverse industries and applications, creating extraordinary results. We drive value by enhancing the quality, performance, and durability of countless items we use every day. We are on a journey to captivate our customers at every level. Whether that means expanding our capabilities, global reach, or providing new innovations and technologies that create value. Our approach is customized to exceed customer needs and deliver superior performance.
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Process Control Engineer Job Market in New York
A snapshot from current New York openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Wolfspeed7
- Applied Materials3
- GlobalFoundries3
- Corning2
- DuPont2
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware18
- Chemicals & Materials6
- Consulting & Professional Services4
- Science & Research4
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals3
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in process control engineer jobs across New York.
- Bachelor's degree in chemical, electrical, or mechanical engineering from an accredited program
- Hands-on experience with DCS and SCADA platforms such as Honeywell, Siemens, or Emerson
- Proficiency in PLC programming using ladder logic, function block, or structured text
- Knowledge of process safety standards including OSHA PSM and relevant ISA guidelines
- Experience with loop tuning, instrumentation calibration, and process troubleshooting in an industrial setting
- Professional Engineer licensure or eligibility through the New York State Education Department preferred for senior roles
Process Control Engineer Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a process control engineer in New York?
Most process control engineers in New York enter the field with a bachelor's degree in chemical, electrical, or mechanical engineering from an accredited university. Senior and principal-level roles often require or prefer a Professional Engineer license, which in New York is issued through the New York State Education Department after passing the Fundamentals of Engineering and Principles and Practice of Engineering exams. Candidates who build hands-on DCS and PLC experience early move into roles more quickly.
How much do process control engineers make in New York?
Process control engineers in New York earn a median of about $129,060 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $81,520 for the lowest 10% to over $146,180 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire process control engineers in New York?
Employers hiring process control engineers in New York right now include Wolfspeed, Applied Materials, and GlobalFoundries, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New York's strong pharmaceutical, energy, and chemical processing sectors mean that large manufacturers and utilities consistently maintain some of the deepest engineering pipelines in the state.
Which New York cities have the most process control engineer jobs?
Marcy, Malta, and Rochester account for the most process control engineer openings in New York. New York City and its surrounding industrial corridor draw demand from pharmaceutical and specialty chemical manufacturers, while Buffalo and Rochester are sustained by energy utilities, food processing plants, and advanced manufacturing firms that have operated in western New York for decades.
Are there remote process control engineer jobs in New York?
Yes, but they're rare. Process control engineering is an inherently hands-on discipline tied to physical plant systems, so most roles require on-site presence. About 6% of process control engineer openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those tend to be limited to project engineering, systems integration design, or off-hours remote monitoring support rather than day-to-day controls work.
How can I get hired as a process control engineer in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a controls technician or instrumentation technician role at a New York chemical, food processing, or utility facility, which builds the hands-on DCS and PLC exposure that employers require before moving into an engineer title. Large utilities such as National Grid and Con Edison run structured new-graduate and associate engineering programs in New York. Earning an EIT designation through the New York State Education Department immediately after graduation signals readiness and gives early-career candidates a concrete advantage over peers without it.
Where can I find and apply to process control engineer jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to process control engineer jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current New York openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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