Sr Process Controls Engineer, Chemical Manufacturing

3 weeks ago


Alvin, United States International Staff Consulting Full time

Great opportunity close to Houston Tx. NEW POSITION offering upward Mobility.Good communication, strong analytical and technical skills, an interest for problem solving and troubleshooting, and knowledge of handling database software, and other computer systems are essential. Experience with managing and programming PLCs and DCS such as Fisher ProVOX and/or DeltaV systems is also a critical need for the position.TARGETED OUTCOMESMeasurable improvements in unit performance aligned to business financial objectives including raw material usage, energy usage, reliability, capacity, and quality.Technical support, guidance and expertise for all phases of automation projects, from front-end engineering through detailed design, configuration, implementation, startup, commissioning, and maintenance.Support of site Process Hazard Analysis and Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA)Active development and support if Safety Instrumented Systems and ISA 61511Support well-defined Process Automation productivity improvement plans for the Chocolate Bayou site.Application of cutting edge controls technology to improve manufacturing processes to provide competitive advantage.Providing technical guidance, developing and maintaining engineering standards for Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) and process control automation systems for the company.System Life Planning which includes the development and implementation of a migration plan from legacy DCS platforms to current technologies.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Design, develop, implement and maintain process automation productivity improvement for chemical processes.Propose enhancements to existing control strategies.Use a broad range of automation tools such as advanced regulatory control, model predictive control, abnormal situation management, adaptive tuning, optimal control, robust control, adaptive control, or soft sensors to optimize existing processes.Work closely with manufacturing units to define appropriate controls applications.Develop knowledge of existing processes to identify process control improvement opportunities.Work with multi-disciplined teams to design, develop and implement solutions for manufacturing processes.Lead automation projectsDevelop key performance indicators, track key process parameters and overall process performance.Leverage Six Sigma techniques to improve process performance and efficiency.Train and facilitate the transfer of new process control technologies into manufacturing unitsDocument process control findings in technical reports.TEAMReports to: I&E and Process Control Reliability ManagerTeam Members: Process Control GroupREQUIRED EXPERIENCEMinimum 10 years of experience in chemical, refinery, or energy manufacturing processesWorking knowledge of Process Control systems in a manufacturing environmentWorking knowledge of Process Hazard Analysis with ability to apply Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA) to high hazard scenariosWorking knowledge of the requirements of ISA 61511 and Safety Instrumented SystemsExperience with DCS programming and process information managementMinimum 8 years of experience in industrial chemical manufacturing processes.DESIRED EXPERIENCEPrior experience DeltaV and Provox/Envox a plus.10 years' experience as a process controls engineerREQUIRED SKILLSDCS programming skills as applied to batch or continuous production process control, data communication, data collection and display systemsUnderstanding of the reliability, documentation and Management of Change requirements imposed by process control systemsPositive attitude and open mind approach to problem solvingDemonstrated ability to apply Continuous Improvement ToolsStrong initiative to identify and address areas for improvementStrong interpersonal and organizational skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsDemonstrated ability to work in a team environment and effectively manage multiple complex projectsRoot Cause Failure Analysis training and practical application experienceREQUIRED EDUCATIONBS in Chemical EngineeringElectrical Engineering Degree may be considered depending on level of understanding and proficiency with Process Control



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