Process Engineer - Automation & Process Improvement

The Pittsburgh Paints Company; Louisville, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pittsburgh Paints Company, based in Louisville, Kentucky, is seeking a Process Engineer to support plant engineering, production, and maintenance. This onsite role reports to the Plant Engineer and participates in the plant leadership committee.

Responsibilities include leading process improvements on filling lines, supporting PLC/SCADA systems, and coordinating with maintenance while developing leadership skills for growth in manufacturing management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, chemical, or industrial engineering or related experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Experience with formal Root Cause Analysis.
• Familiarity with Lean Six-Sigma; Green Belt preferred.
• Knowledge of safety and environmental regulations (OSHA, EPA, DOT, NIOSH, ANSI, NFPA).

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership to support safe operation of plant processes.
• Support equipment reliability through maintenance spare parts inventory management.
• Improve filling lines through systematic process improvement projects.
• Support PLCs, SCADA, and HMI systems, including upgrades.
• Oversee maintenance activities and coordinate with other departments.
• Serve as a member of the plant leadership committee.
• Execute small capital projects with support from the Plant Engineer.

Skills

Technical writing

Root Cause Analysis

Lean Six-Sigma

Safety regulations knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering or equivalent related industrial experience

Tools

PLC/SCADA

Job description

The Pittsburgh Paints Company, based in Louisville, Kentucky, is seeking a Process Engineer to support plant engineering, production, and maintenance. This onsite role reports to the Plant Engineer and participates in the plant leadership committee.

Responsibilities include leading process improvements on filling lines, supporting PLC/SCADA systems, and coordinating with maintenance while developing leadership skills for growth in manufacturing management.