Process Engineer Jobs in Kentucky
Process Engineer jobs in Kentucky concentrate heavily in chemicals, food and beverage processing, automotive manufacturing, and bourbon distilling, with demand at every level from entry-level process technician to senior principal engineer. Louisville, Lexington, and Elizabethtown are the largest hiring markets, where employers such as Ashland, Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky, and Brown-Forman have long-standing operations that regularly need process engineers. Continuous improvement, process validation, and lean manufacturing are the most sought-after specialties across Kentucky listings right now. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Process Controls Engineer
Shelbyville, KY, United States
Come make the world and accelerate your success.
It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of approximately 43,500 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, and HUSTLER®.
The Job:
As the Process Engineer, you’ll be an onsite employee, responsible for providing daily engineering support to manufacturing operations to resolve schedule attainment issues and improve efficiency. (Processes include CNC milling, forming, robotics, welding, punch, finishing, printing and packaging).You’ll get to:
- Identify and resolve manufacturing process problems
- Lead Continuous Improvement projects
- Lead new product launches and CAPEX investments
- Lead new equipment Installations and existing equipment modifications
- Design new equipment, processes and procedures
- Liaison with suppliers, customers, and research & development staff
- Program, troubleshoot, and maintain PLCs, HMIs, robots, and control systems
- Experience with a broad range of controls platforms, including legacy platforms of various brands such as "SLC 500" and "RSLogix 500". Can communicate with these controllers, including specialized hardware
- Proficiency in various IEC 61131-3 programming languages, emphasizing ladder and structured text.
- Minimum Entry-Level proficiency in computer programming languages, such as BASIC, C, and / or JAVA
- Update schematics for plant and facility equipment
- Experience implementing and using Virtual Machines to support legacy equipment where IDE software is not available or extant for modern operating systems. Working knowledge of MS-DOS, Windows 98SE, Windows NT and XP, etc.
- Experience with servo drivers, stepper drives, and other motion control
- Support development of other engineers and maintenance team on robotics training
- Serve as primary reviewer for incoming CAPEX automation projects, including runoffs and launches.
- Identify opportunities for automation improvements to meet plant efficiency and productivity goals
- Execute other duties as assigned.
The Person:
You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not intimidated by innovation. Wouldn’t it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? In fact, you embrace it. You also have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Software, Controls or other related field
- 3+ years’ experience in Manufacturing Engineering function
- Automation and controls experience (robots, vision systems, packaging, etc.)
- Kaizen, Continuous Improvement, TPS, Lean Manufacturing Methods
- Familiar with Quality Management Systems, ISO9001.2015 or similar
- Willing to travel occasionally (<10%)
- Proficiency in reading electrical schematics and technical drawings
- Strong knowledge of PLC programming (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens)
- Experience with robotics (Fanuc, ABB, or similar)
- Familiarity with industrial networks
The Details:
You’ll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan, including:
- Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.
- Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.
And More:
We want our company to be a place you’ll want to be – and stay. Being part of our team means you’ll get to:
- Grow: Be part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
- Learn: Have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our digital learning portal.
- Belong: Experience an awesome place to work, where we have mutual respect and a great appreciation for a wide range of perspectives and experiences.
- Give Back: Help us continue to make positive changes locally and globally through volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices.
What’s more, you’ll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors, and everyday heroes all over the world. We’re more than the #1 tools company. More than a driving force in outdoor power equipment. More than a global leader in industrial. We’re visionaries and innovators. As successful as we’ve been in the past, we have so much further to go. That’s where you come in. Join us!
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship (H1B, OPT/CPT, TN etc).
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The Salary range for this position is $90,000.00 - $144,900.00
This is the lowest to highest annual full-time salary range we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. The salary offered within the range may vary depending on multiple factors including job level, geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience and in compliance with local wage requirements. Please note that salary is only one component of total rewards at Stanley Black & Decker.
The salary range listed in this job posting reflects the range for the primary location specified. The salary range may vary for other locations.
The successful candidate may be eligible for annual merit increases.
Medical, dental, life, vision, disability,401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.
Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tool sand other partner programs.
We Don’t Just Build The World, We Build Innovative Technology Too.
Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative, tech-driven and highly collaborative team environment supported by over 43,500 professionals in 60 countries across the globe. Here, you’ll get the unique chance to impact some of the world’s most iconic brands including STANLEY TOOLS, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, MAC TOOLS and Black + Decker. Your ideas and solutions have the potential to reach millions of customers as we work together to write the next chapter in our history. Come build with us and take your career to new heights.
Who We Are
We’re the World’s largest tool company. We’re industry visionaries. We’re solving problems and advancing the manufacturing trade through innovative technology and our Industry 4.0 Initiative. We are committed to ensuring our state-of-the-art “smart factory” products and services provide greater quality to our customers & greater environmental and social value to our planet. We are unique in that we have a rich and storied history dating back to 1843, but that hasn't stopped us from evolving into a vibrant, diverse, global growth company.
What You’ll Also Get
Career Opportunity: Career paths aren’t linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
Benefits & Perks
You’ll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement. And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.
Learning & Development:
Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).
Diverse & Inclusive Culture:
We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done. You’ll find we like to have fun here, too.
Purpose-Driven Company:
You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.
EEO Statement:
All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.
If you require reasonable accommodation to complete an application or access our website, please contact us at (860) 827-3923 or at accommodations@sbdinc.com . Due to volume, we cannot respond to unrelated inquiries about the status of a completed application or resetting an account password.
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Process Engineer Job Market in Kentucky
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Who's Hiring

Top Industries Hiring
- Automotive
- Manufacturing
- Human Resources
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Construction & Real Estate
What Kentucky Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in process engineer jobs across Kentucky.
- Bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, or industrial engineering from an accredited program
- Professional Engineer licensure or eligibility through the Kentucky State Board of Licensure for Engineers and Land Surveyors
- Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
- Proficiency with process simulation or statistical analysis tools such as Aspen, Minitab, or similar software
- Ability to read, create, and revise piping and instrumentation diagrams and process flow diagrams
- Strong cross-functional communication skills for coordinating with operations, quality, and maintenance teams
Process Engineer Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a process engineer in Kentucky?
Most process engineer roles in Kentucky require a bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, or industrial engineering from an ABET-accredited program. Many employers also expect licensure as a Professional Engineer, issued through the Kentucky State Board of Licensure for Engineers and Land Surveyors, which involves passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam and later the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam after gaining supervised work experience.
Which companies hire process engineers in Kentucky?
Employers hiring process engineers in Kentucky right now include GE Appliances, Rinvio, and Corning, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Kentucky's deep roots in chemicals, automotive assembly, and distilled spirits mean large anchor employers in those sectors account for a significant share of open process engineer roles throughout the state.
Which Kentucky cities have the most process engineer jobs?
The Kentucky cities with the most process engineer openings are Louisville, Bowling Green, and Lexington. Louisville leads because of its concentration of chemical, food and beverage, and distilling operations, while Lexington and Elizabethtown draw strong hiring from automotive manufacturers and related suppliers that have built large production footprints in central Kentucky.
Are there remote process engineer jobs in Kentucky?
Yes, but they're rare. Process engineers typically work on plant floors, in labs, or alongside production equipment, which makes full remote work uncommon compared to purely analytical roles. About 44% of process engineer openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to involve process design, documentation, or continuous improvement consulting rather than direct equipment oversight.
How can I get hired as a process engineer in Kentucky with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to co-op or new-graduate programs at Kentucky's large manufacturers, where Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky, Ashland, and regional food processing plants regularly bring on engineers with no prior industry experience. Targeting roles titled process technician, manufacturing engineer, or quality engineer in those same facilities is another proven way in, as lateral movement into a process engineer title is common once you have plant exposure and have begun studying for the Fundamentals of Engineering exam.
Where can I find and apply to process engineer jobs in Kentucky?
You can find and apply to process engineer jobs in Kentucky on Migrate Mate, which lists current Kentucky openings. Search the roles that match your background and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that fit your situation.
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