Automation & Process Specialist – Corian Operations

DuPont; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 98,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

DuPont is seeking an Automation & Process Control Specialist to shape and optimize the digital and control backbone of our Corian® operations at our Buffalo, NY site. You will own key control systems (DCS, PLC, MES), drive safety, reliability, and performance in a high-hazard manufacturing environment.

You will lead cross-functional initiatives, mentor a team, and partner with operations, maintenance and IT to deliver sustainable automation improvements that advance site safety and productivity.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in a PSM-regulated chemical manufacturing environment with automation focus.
• Experience with PSM/SIS standards and alarm management.

Responsibilities

• Own critical control systems across DCS/PLC/MES ensuring safety, reliability and data integrity.
• Champion safety and compliance to meet PSM and cybersecurity standards.
• Lead automation improvement initiatives aligned with safety, quality and productivity.
• Define long-term strategies for control hardware/software obsolescence.
• Lead automation scope for capital projects, including control narratives.
• Support operations via troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.
• Manage and mentor Automation & Process Control team.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, IT and engineering for sustainable results.

Skills

Rockwell PlantPAx

FactoryTalk View

AspenTech IP.21

PCN hardware

Process control

PSM/SIS standards

Capital projects

Cross-functional teams

Data-driven decisions

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Mentoring

Education

Chemical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Tools

GE Proficy MES

Job description

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Automation & Process ControlSpecialist– Corian® Operations

Lead the systems that power world-class manufacturing. Drive safety, reliability, and performance at scale.

At DuPont, we’re working on things that matter—advancing materials that enable everyday technologies, protect people, and drive sustainable innovation. Within our Corian® operations, we are seeking an experienced Automation & Process Control Specialist to shape and optimize the digital and control backbone of our manufacturing systems with future growth potential.

This is a hands-on where you will own and elevate our Manufacturing Operations Management systems—driving safety, reliability, and performance across a complex, high-hazard chemical manufacturing environment.

If you are passionate about automation excellence, technical leadership, and continuous improvement, this is an opportunity to make a measurable impact.

Why This Role Matters

You will play a critical role in ensuring our manufacturing systems operate safely, reliably, and at peak performance—directly impacting productivity, product quality, and operational excellence. You’ll also lead the evolution of our automation landscape, ensuring long-term system sustainability and modernization.

What You’ll Do

• Own critical control systems:Ensure Corian® Manufacturing Operations Management systems (DCS, PLC, MES) operate with high safety, reliability, and data integrity
• Champion safety & compliance:Ensure all control systems meet DuPont standards, including PSM and cybersecurity requirements
• Drive automation strategy:Lead automation improvement initiatives aligned with site safety, quality, and productivity goals
• Lead capital & lifecycle planning:Define and execute long-term strategies to manage control system hardware and software obsolescence
• Deliver impactful projects:Lead and support automation and controls scope for capital projects, including control narratives and execution
• Strengthen operational excellence:Support plant operations through advanced troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem solving
• Lead and develop talent:Manage and mentor a team of Automation & Process Control professionals, building capability and engagement
• Collaborate cross-functionally:Partner with operations, maintenance, IT, and engineering teams to deliver sustainable results

What You Bring

Technical Expertise

• Strong experience withRockwell PlantPAx, FactoryTalk View, AspenTech IP.21, and PCN hardware, including programming capability
• Experience withGE Proficy MES systems
• Deep understanding ofprocess control in chemical manufacturing environments
• Proven experience withProcess Safety Management (PSM), Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), and alarm management standards
• Demonstrated ability to developcontrol narratives and lead automation scope on capital projects

Leadership & Impact

• Experienceworking in cross functional teams in a manufacturing or engineering environment
• Data-driven decision maker with abias for action and ownership
• Strong problem solver who can navigatecomplex, ambiguous technical challenges
• Proven commitment tocontinuous improvement and operational excellence
• Ability tocoachand mentor teammembers with less experience

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree inChemical or Mechanical Engineering(or related discipline)
• 5-7 yearsof experience in aPSM-regulated chemical manufacturing environmentwith focus on automation and process controls.

What Sets This Role Apart

• High-impactleadership:Direct influence on plant safety, reliability, and performance
• Strategic + hands-on scope:Own both day-to-day operations and long‑term automation strategy
• Work on critical systems:Lead systems that are essential to safe, efficient manufacturing
• Visibility & collaboration:Partner across functions and leadership to drive site performance

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you’re atechnicalspecialistwho thrives in complex manufacturing environments and is passionate about automation excellence, we’d love to connect.

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DuPont offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package. To learn more visit the Compensation and Benefits page.

The Pay range for this role is $98,280.00 - $154,440.00 Annual

How Base Pay is Determined: DuPont has job leveling frameworks that help organize roles based on progressive levels of responsibility, proficiency and qualifications. Each role has an associated pay range (or an established pay rate for some roles) based on the competitive market in each country where we operate. Each individual’s pay is based on a variety of factors, including their role and the associated pay range for that role, their geographic location (i.e., country, state, metropolitan area), as well as their skills, experience, education and certifications, and performance.