Process Control Manager Jobs

Process Control Manager jobs are open across manufacturing, oil and gas, chemicals, and utilities, from mid-level engineer promotions to senior and director roles, with specializations in distributed control systems, process optimization, and regulatory compliance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles174+
Top stateTexas
Top employerCleveland-Cliffs
Top cityHouston, TX
Work type88% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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Process Control Technician
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Process Control Technician
Claremont Foods
Westminster, Colorado
Factory & Production Work
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
$28 - $30/hr
11-50

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Process Control Engineering Lead
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Process Control Engineering Lead
bastion technologies
Houston, Texas
Customer Service
Engineering (Non-Software)
Technical Product & Program Management
Bachelor's degree in engineering
201-500

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MFG Total Process Control Subject Matter Expert
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MFG Total Process Control Subject Matter Expert
Kroger
Cincinnati, Ohio
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Associate Director – Process Control & Automation Engineering
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Associate Director – Process Control & Automation Engineering
Eli Lilly
Lebanon, Indiana
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$123k - $180k/yr
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
10,000+

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Process Control Engineering Intern
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Process Control Engineering Intern
Cameron LNG
Hackberry, Louisiana
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor of Science
201-500

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Process Control Manager Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Cleveland-Cliffs13
  • Rinvio9
  • Tesla7
  • United States Steel6
  • Chemours4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing11
  • Automotive8
  • Mining & Natural Resources3
  • Consulting & Professional Services3
  • Energy2

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in process control manager jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, or electrical engineering or a related field
  • 5 or more years of experience in process control or process engineering roles
  • Hands-on experience with distributed control systems such as DeltaV, Experion, or PCS 7
  • Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA Process Safety Management regulations and PHAs
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams across operations, maintenance, and engineering
  • Proficiency in process simulation tools and instrumentation loop tuning

Tips for Your Process Control Manager Job Search

Tailor your resume to DCS platforms

Hiring managers scan for the specific control systems you've operated. Name the platforms directly on your resume, whether that's Honeywell Experion, Emerson DeltaV, or Siemens PCS 7, and pair each with a measurable outcome like uptime improvement or yield gain.

Lead with safety and compliance wins

Process control manager roles carry direct accountability for OSHA PSM compliance and process hazard analysis. Recruiters prioritize candidates whose resumes show ownership of PHAs, MOC procedures, or safety incident reductions, not just familiarity with the frameworks.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists process control manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings by industry SIC code

Process control responsibilities differ significantly between refining, pharmaceuticals, and food processing. When you search, filter by industry so you're applying to roles where your specific regulatory background, whether FDA 21 CFR Part 11 or API process standards, is already a match.

Prepare a capital project walkthrough

Interviewers for process control manager roles consistently ask you to describe a system upgrade or greenfield project you led. Have a clear narrative ready that covers scope, the control architecture decisions you made, cross-functional coordination, and the final performance result.

Negotiate scope before you negotiate salary

Before accepting an offer, clarify the reporting structure, budget authority for instrumentation projects, and whether the role owns both process engineering and control room operations. Scope ambiguity is the most common source of early dissatisfaction in process control manager positions.

Process Control Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most process control managers?

Cleveland-Cliffs, Rinvio, and Tesla are hiring the most process control managers right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, California, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is strongest at large industrial operators and EPC firms with active capital project pipelines.

How many process control manager jobs are remote?

About 12% of process control manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most plant-based roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are process optimization consulting, control systems project management, and corporate process engineering oversight roles that do not require daily plant presence.

How do you become a process control manager?

Start with an engineering degree in chemical, mechanical, or electrical engineering, then build hands-on experience as a process or controls engineer in an industrial setting. Develop proficiency in at least one major DCS platform, take ownership of a process improvement or safety project, and pursue a Professional Engineer license or ISA Certified Automation Professional credential to strengthen your candidacy for management-level roles.

Can you get a process control manager job with limited experience?

Some employers will consider candidates with three to four years of focused process or controls engineering experience if they can demonstrate direct ownership of a system upgrade, a PHA, or a capital project. Targeting smaller industrial operators or contract engineering firms gives you the best path in, since those organizations are more likely to promote technically strong engineers into manager roles ahead of a traditional timeline.

What does the process control manager interview process look like?

The process typically begins with a recruiter or HR screen, followed by a technical interview with a plant manager or chief engineer that tests your knowledge of control system architecture, process safety, and project delivery. A final round often includes a plant or facility tour, a presentation on a past project, and conversations with cross-functional stakeholders in operations and maintenance before an offer is extended.

Where can I find and apply to process control manager jobs?

You can find and apply to process control manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing from the page.

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