Process Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania
Process Engineer jobs in Pennsylvania are consistently in demand, with openings concentrated in chemical manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, food processing, and industrial production and at every level from entry-level to senior process engineer. The strongest hiring is in and around Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown, where major employers such as Merck, PPG Industries, and Air Products have lasting manufacturing and R&D operations. The most sought-after specialties include pharmaceutical process validation, chemical processing, and continuous improvement using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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At Air Products, we reimagine what’s possible. By tapping into the motivation of our people and our collective experience, we create the ideas and innovations that drive us forward. When we come together – where every voice is heard and everyone knows they belong and matter – we create solutions that launch people into space, support lifesaving care in hospitals, and enable the construction of groundbreaking, world scale production facilities.
Reimagine What’s Possible
We have an immediate opening for a Senior Process Controls Engineer working either out of our Global HQ in Allentown, PA or out of our regional engineering office in LaPorte, TX. Ability to travel 20%-40%, mainly in the Americas, mostly US domestic (East to West Coast). On-Call required: The team shares 24/7/365 support for these facilities, 15-member team rotation.
Automation Support Engineers in this group work closely with our operating facilities as the expert in DCS and PLC automation system design and support, and process instrumentation and control devices, to keep our plants operating safely and providing product to our customers.
You will support the instrumentation and process control system needs of new and existing industrial gas facilities in North and South America that supply Oxygen, Nitrogen, Helium, Carbon Dioxide and Hydrogen by direct pipeline, or liquid bulk transportation to our customers.
What's In It for You:
At Air Products we foster a culture of inclusion where every voice is heard, and everyone feels they belong and matter. Additionally, we offer competitive pay and great benefits for our employees. Check out some of our benefits below!
- Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (day 1 of employment)
- 401k with 100% vested company core and match
- Paid Vacation, holidays + sick time
- Paid Parental leave (Up to 8 weeks)
- Backup Child and Adult Care benefit
- Adoption assistance
- Flexible spending accounts (medical, dependent daycare)
- Life Insurance (AD&D- Paid for by Air Products), Supplemental AD&D
- Legal Plan & Identity theft coverage
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
- Many more supplemental benefits available
Required Skills / Abilities:
- Experience in process automation systems and instrumentation.
- Hands-on knowledge of automation systems, control panels, and field instrumentation.
- Experience providing technical leadership and training as a role model and mentor to others.
- Strong communication skills for investigating, troubleshooting, and presenting technical information to other engineering teams and site operations teams.
- This role is a Safety Sensitive position.
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Troubleshooting urgent and immediate operational needs for remote facilities; everything from Process Instrumentation, to DCS and PLC control logic, to Engineering and Operator Control Stations.
- Safely implementing improvement projects with multi-disciplinary teams, and supporting maintenance outages for routine PM tasks, productivity modifications, or obsolete equipment upgrades.
- Supporting the improvement and optimization of existing assets, addressing instrumentation and process control system obsolescence challenges, and meeting organizational goals for safety, operational cost, and performance.
- Developing and supporting strategic long-range planning for safety, reliability, productivity and obsolescence activities across our fleet of facilities.
Minimum Hiring Requirements:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering is preferred but is not required.
- In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, we will consider 12+ years of relevant work experience in process automation systems and/or instrumentation engineering is required.
- Ability to travel 25%-40%, mainly in the Americas, mostly US domestic (East to West Coast).
- Flexibility to be on call: Our team shares 24/7/365 support for these facilities, 15 team member rotation.
- A valid drivers' license and a good driving record are required.
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Air Products proudly values the skills, dedication, and leadership that Veterans bring to the table. As a Veteran-friendly organization, we actively encourage and welcome Veterans to apply for various roles within our company. We recognize the unique strengths and experiences that veterans contribute, and we foster a workplace that honors your service while providing a platform for professional growth.
Founded in 1940, Air Products is a world-leading industrial gases company and has a proud history of innovation, operational excellence, with an unwavering commitment to safety and environmental stewardship. Working together, we are taking our passion and diverse backgrounds forward to reimagine what’s possible and generate a cleaner future for our customers, our communities, and the world.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.). You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, citizenship, gender, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or veteran status.
Air Products is committed to working with and providing a reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail us at talent@airproducts.com. General application status inquiries are not answered by this mailbox rather you’ll receive an e-mail directly from our Career Center and/or the Talent Acquisition Specialist.
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- Manufacturing
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- Technology & Software
- Electronics & Hardware
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in process engineer jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, or industrial engineering from an accredited program
- Professional Engineer licensure through the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers preferred for senior roles
- Experience with process optimization, scale-up, or validation in a regulated manufacturing environment
- Proficiency with process simulation software such as Aspen, AutoCAD, or similar engineering tools
- Familiarity with FDA, GMP, or ISO standards applicable to Pennsylvania's pharmaceutical or chemical sectors
- Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification demonstrating continuous improvement methodology knowledge
Process Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a process engineer in Pennsylvania?
Most process engineer roles in Pennsylvania require a bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, or industrial engineering from an ABET-accredited program. Senior and consulting roles often expect a Professional Engineer license issued through the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Surveyors and Geologists, which requires passing the Fundamentals of Engineering and Principles and Practice of Engineering exams. Entry-level candidates typically move into the field directly from engineering programs at Penn State, Drexel, Carnegie Mellon, or Lehigh.
Which companies hire process engineers in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring process engineers in Pennsylvania right now include Amphenol, Genesis AEC, and Air Products, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Pennsylvania's dense concentration of pharmaceutical manufacturers in the Philadelphia suburbs and specialty chemical producers in the Lehigh Valley means the pipeline of process engineering openings stays active year-round.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most process engineer jobs?
Pittsburgh, Allentown, and Erie have the highest concentration of process engineer openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia and its suburbs anchor demand through large pharmaceutical and biotech manufacturers, while Pittsburgh's industrial base in specialty materials, steel, and energy drives steady openings, and Allentown benefits from a dense cluster of chemical and food processing facilities in the Lehigh Valley corridor.
Are there remote process engineer jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're rare. Process engineering is fundamentally a hands-on discipline tied to plant floors, production lines, and lab environments, so fully remote positions are a small share of the total. About 36% of process engineer openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to involve process documentation, validation protocol writing, or engineering analysis rather than direct equipment oversight.
How can I get hired as a process engineer in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a co-op or internship with a Pennsylvania manufacturer during your engineering degree, which many Philadelphia-area pharmaceutical companies and Pittsburgh-based industrial firms use as a direct pipeline for new-grad hires. Without that, look for manufacturing engineer, quality engineer, or process technician roles, which are common lateral entry points. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam and earning a Lean or Six Sigma Green Belt credential strengthens any application considerably for Pennsylvania employers.
Where can I find and apply to process engineer jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to process engineer jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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