Process Engineer Jobs in South Carolina
Process Engineer jobs in South Carolina draw steady demand across the state's manufacturing, chemical processing, and automotive sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level process technician to senior engineer. The heaviest hiring concentrates in the Greenville-Spartanburg corridor, Charleston, and Columbia, where employers like Michelin, BMW Manufacturing, and Eastman Chemical maintain large operations. The most in-demand specialties include lean manufacturing, chemical process optimization, and quality systems engineering. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Symrise is a global supplier of fragrances and flavors, cosmetic active ingredients as well as functional ingredients. Its customers include perfume, cosmetics, food and beverage manufacturers, the pharmaceutical industry and producers of dietary supplements and pet food.
With sales of around €4.9 billion in the 2025 financial year, the company is one of the world's leading providers. The Group, headquartered in Holzminden, Germany, has more than 100 locations in Europe, Africa and the Middle East, Asia, the USA and Latin America.
Together with its customers, Symrise develops new ideas and market-ready concepts for products that form an indispensable part of everyday life. Economic success and corporate responsibility are inextricably linked.
Symrise – always inspiring more...
Your role
Drive OEE, yield improvements, cost savings, and process improvements at the Hodges manufacturing facility
- Research and experiment with new technologies and methods for process optimization
- Develop and refine optimal running parameters for different products within Spray Drying and Liquid Processes
- Suggest and support Safety and Quality Improvements
- Establish expert knowledge and technical expertise in running and troubleshooting powder and liquid technologies in food. (i.e. spray-drying, pasteurization, membrane filtration, liquid separation, flavor and palatability processing, etc.)
- Define and simulate process flow diagrams and write standard operating procedures.
- Collect and organize process data to discover opportunities for process improvement
- Support local and global expert teams in implementing new technology.
- Support the local team with troubleshooting and RCA’s.
About you
Bachelor’s degree required in Engineering or Similar Field Ideal candidates will possess the following:
- 8+ years of running/optimizing Spray Dryers (Box and Tower)
- Strong understanding of heat & mass balance, evaporation efficiency, and energy consumption
- Managerial / supervisory experience in a food manufacturing facility
- Experience implementing/utilizing Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
- Project management in a manufacturing environment; preference to experience with stage-gate project management.
- Engineering and/or Maintenance/Reliability experience within a manufacturing environment.
- Experience with high-protein or fat-containing products
- Exposure to energy reduction or decarbonization initiatives
Our offer
Become part of our open and transparent culture. It will give you the opportunity to flourish and to develop inspiring experiences that contribute to the health and well-being of consumers in 160 countries around the world. Putting our employees in focus fuels our strong company growth above market rates and makes us an excellent place to develop your career.
Come join us and embark on a fascinating journey with Symrise.
If you feel that you fit the above criteria, then please apply by using our online application system. Your application will be treated confidentially.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
Job Reference: NA01590
Symrise is a global supplier of fragrances and flavors, cosmetic active ingredients as well as functional ingredients. Its customers include perfume, cosmetics, food and beverage manufacturers, the pharmaceutical industry and producers of dietary supplements and pet food.
With sales of around €4.9 billion in the 2025 financial year, the company is one of the world's leading providers. The Group, headquartered in Holzminden, Germany, has more than 100 locations in Europe, Africa and the Middle East, Asia, the USA and Latin America.
Together with its customers, Symrise develops new ideas and market-ready concepts for products that form an indispensable part of everyday life. Economic success and corporate responsibility are inextricably linked.
Symrise – always inspiring more...
Your role
Drive OEE, yield improvements, cost savings, and process improvements at the Hodges manufacturing facility
- Research and experiment with new technologies and methods for process optimization
- Develop and refine optimal running parameters for different products within Spray Drying and Liquid Processes
- Suggest and support Safety and Quality Improvements
- Establish expert knowledge and technical expertise in running and troubleshooting powder and liquid technologies in food. (i.e. spray-drying, pasteurization, membrane filtration, liquid separation, flavor and palatability processing, etc.)
- Define and simulate process flow diagrams and write standard operating procedures.
- Collect and organize process data to discover opportunities for process improvement
- Support local and global expert teams in implementing new technology.
- Support the local team with troubleshooting and RCA’s.
About you
Bachelor’s degree required in Engineering or Similar Field Ideal candidates will possess the following:
- 8+ years of running/optimizing Spray Dryers (Box and Tower)
- Strong understanding of heat & mass balance, evaporation efficiency, and energy consumption
- Managerial / supervisory experience in a food manufacturing facility
- Experience implementing/utilizing Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
- Project management in a manufacturing environment; preference to experience with stage-gate project management.
- Engineering and/or Maintenance/Reliability experience within a manufacturing environment.
- Experience with high-protein or fat-containing products
- Exposure to energy reduction or decarbonization initiatives
Our offer
Become part of our open and transparent culture. It will give you the opportunity to flourish and to develop inspiring experiences that contribute to the health and well-being of consumers in 160 countries around the world. Putting our employees in focus fuels our strong company growth above market rates and makes us an excellent place to develop your career.
Come join us and embark on a fascinating journey with Symrise.
If you feel that you fit the above criteria, then please apply by using our online application system. Your application will be treated confidentially.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
Job Reference: NA01590
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Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Manufacturing
- Chemicals & Materials
- Automotive
- Energy
What South Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in process engineer jobs across South Carolina.
- Bachelor's degree in chemical, industrial, or mechanical engineering from an accredited program
- Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
- Proficiency with process simulation or statistical analysis software tools
- Hands-on experience in a manufacturing, chemical, or production facility environment
- Familiarity with quality management systems such as ISO 9001 or IATF 16949
- Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, and technical specifications
Process Engineer Jobs in South Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a process engineer in South Carolina?
Most process engineer roles in South Carolina require a bachelor's degree in chemical, industrial, or mechanical engineering. While South Carolina does not require process engineers to hold a state-issued Professional Engineer license for most industrial roles, earning a PE through the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation strengthens candidacy for senior and consulting positions. Employers in the Upstate manufacturing corridor and the Lowcountry chemical sector consistently prefer candidates who have completed ABET-accredited programs.
Which companies hire process engineers in South Carolina?
Companies currently hiring process engineers in South Carolina include Garver, GE Vernova, and EnerSys, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. South Carolina's concentration of automotive, tire, and specialty chemical manufacturers makes it one of the more active states for process engineering roles in the Southeast.
Which South Carolina cities have the most process engineer jobs?
Greenville, Spartanburg, and Anderson account for the most process engineer openings in South Carolina. The Greenville-Spartanburg area leads because of its dense cluster of automotive and advanced manufacturing plants, including BMW and Michelin, while Charleston's growing industrial port corridor and Columbia's chemical and government contractor presence drive openings in those markets.
Are there remote process engineer jobs in South Carolina?
Yes, but they're rare. Process engineering is inherently hands-on, requiring regular presence on production floors and in plant environments, so most roles are on-site. About 11% of process engineer openings tied to South Carolina are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those postings typically involve process documentation, data analysis, or project engineering work that can be performed off-site at least part of the week.
How can I get hired as a process engineer in South Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for process technician or manufacturing engineer associate roles at large Upstate South Carolina plants, where employers like Michelin and BMW run structured new-graduate and co-op programs that transition directly into full engineer positions. Graduates who completed co-ops or internships in South Carolina facilities have a clear advantage. Candidates from adjacent roles such as quality technician or production supervisor who hold an engineering degree are also strong candidates for lateral moves into process engineering positions.
Where can I find and apply to process engineer jobs in South Carolina?
You can find and apply to process engineer jobs in South Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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