Lead Process Control Engineer - Chemicals

The Role:

The Process Controls Engineer reports to the Sr. Manager Plant Engineering. The Process Controls Engineer ( PCE) will work with site personnel and vendors/suppliers to implement and support automation systems throughout the facility ( ies). In this role, the PCE understands the basic plant processes and equipment, and apply the appropriate automation systems to those processes, including programming, hardware and software specifications, and start-up and operations support.

How You Can Create Value:

• Provides technical support to Affiliate manufacturing operations and all its personnel
• Develops training for operations personnel on automation systems and process control strategies
• Identifies automation project needs and assist with development of the capital budgets
• Participates in Management of Change ( MOC) processes that are related to process control for chemistries, formulas, and equipment
• Actively involved in proposing the direction and implementation of the DCS operating system
• Proposes solutions to address the IT/OT convergence and issue resolution concerning ( i.e. cybersecurity, operating system updates, life cycle management)
• Leads and coordinates implementation/modification of automation/monitoring systems on multiple platforms: Honeywell TDC 3000, Delta V, Yokogawa, Triconex, PI and PLCs
• Assists Engineering with development of cost justification for capital projects.
• Leads/participates in Preliminary Hazard Reviews, Process Hazard Analysis, and Pre Start-up Safety Reviews ( PSSR)
• Track and report monthly metrics ( Key Performance Indicators, KPIs) as well as prepare technical progress reports on active projects and initiatives
• Partners to drive LEAN/Six Sigma, continuous improvement of processes and operations for increased productivity and efficiency ( Operational Excellence)
• Actively participates in a culture of continuous improvement through collaborative engagement and by providing suggestions in meetings and trainings to improves processes and systems

What We Value:

Our manufacturing roles are the essential foundation of our business, delivering innovative solutions through chemistry. Our functional roles thrive in a hybrid environment of in-person and remote work opportunities. We value flexibility in providing opportunities for all employees to have meaningful collaboration, while balancing work-life integration and nurturing mental and emotional health.

Qualifications

What We're Looking For:

Education and Experience

BS Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or Equivalent Experience

Strong MS-Excel, MS-Word and database skills

Extensive Process Industry equipment knowledge and experience

Clear and concise communication skills verbal and written

Working knowledge of OSHA PSM standards

Strong Troubleshooting Skills