Job Description:
Our company is searching for a Lead Control Systems Engineer with Corporate level responsibility for strategic support of multiple chemical plant sites. Requires solid technical expertise in process automation, SIS, instrumentation; interface, and networking of DCS and PLC Systems. Offering excellent salary, bonus, and relocation options.
Responsibilities:
- Provide control system expertise to operating facilities.
- Develop and maintain a process control program for Process Automation and Safety Instrumented Systems.
- Manage process issue resolution and problem-solving activities.
- Ensure compliance with industry, regulatory, and company standards.
- Identify cost reduction and defect elimination opportunities.
- Support procurement and management of spare parts.
- Develop and implement engineering standards, procedures, and practices.
- Provide technical advice for operation and maintenance teams.
- Develop plant changes for safety, reliability, and cost reduction.
- Troubleshoot failures using root cause analysis.
- Keep documentation, software configurations, and data up to date.
- Assist in budget management and act as the focal point for systems vendors maintenance contracts.
- Drive improvement in process safety, emissions, and ESG targets.
- Ensure hazard identification and risk management processes are in place.
Qualifications:
- BS Chemical Engineering or related degree with 8+ years experience as a Process Control Systems Engineer in chemical, refinery, or related process manufacturing plants.
- Proficient in Process Automation and Safety Instrumented Systems, interfaces, protocols, measuring methods, field instruments, and actuated valves.
- Preferred experience in Yokogawa or Emerson's Delta V DCS systems, and PLC systems including Honeywell and Rockwell.
- Strong critical thinking skills and ability to provide timely technical advice.