Process Controls Engineer

Summary

This role supports production efforts of the company/group by providing technical support to plant operating and the maintenance department. Responsible for DCS/PLC/HMI facility systems including the

design, programing, and troubleshooting with an emphasis on Siemens PCS7.

Key Responsibilities

• Continuous process improvements by leveraging existing process control applications as well as ongoing upgrades to existing automation throughout the facility.
• Support the process control portion of capital improvement and maintenance projects by providing design, programing, startup support and coordination of outside services as they relate to process controls.
• Perform periodic DCS maintenance duties as need to ensure long term system reliability.
• Project management of small project which can include supervision of contractor and plant maintenance associated with the equipment commissioning.
• As a team member of process controls work on the development of strategies that keep the facility current with appropriate control technologies
• Sharing knowledge with other engineers, operators, and maintenance personnel to develop their skills so they can better support the facility.
• Participate in Process Safety Management (PSM) program including participation in Process Hazard Analysis (PHAs) and Management of Change (MOC) processes.
• Working knowledge of various Regulations and Standards including but not limited to OSHA, NFPA, NEC, ISO, and IEC.
• Ability to work additional time as needed including weekends for any project completion or oversight. 

Typical Education

• B.S. in Engineering, with a concentration in Electrical or Electrical Controls preferred.

Relevant Experience

• 5+ years of relevant work experience.
• Must be proficient with at least one brand of PLC or DCS system. Special consideration will be given to candidates with Siemens PCS7 experience.
• Basic understanding of Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) and their Safety Integrity Level (SIL) assignments.
• Worked on the design on control systems and development of electrical and motor elementary drawings, loop sheets, and P&IDs.
• Knowledge of various process control networks.
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