Process Controls Engineer
| Company | Ascend Performance Materials |
|---|---|
| Location | Decatur, AL, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Senior |
Requirements
- BS in Chemical or Electrical Engineering, or related field with relevant experience
- 5+ years of experience in chemical or petrochemical facility
- Strong critical thinking/problem solving skills using formalized tools such as RCFA, FMEA, etc.
- Technical knowledge and understanding of chemical processing equipment and control systems
- Ability to effectively lead multifunctional teams and influence others
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
- Strong computer capabilities, including networking
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot and develop solutions for daily operations and maintenance challenges
- Design, configure, and maintain DCS control strategies (Provox, DeltaV, or similar) to ensure safe and efficient plant operation
- Manage external resources to meet needs, etc.
- Assist in development of Provox resource succession planning
- Support capital projects through design assistance, reviews and installation/startup
- Act as a technical resource to provide solutions to operating areas and maintenance teams
Preferred Qualifications
- PROVOX or Delta V experience or other DCS platform
- Understanding of safety requirements and operations in a PSM covered chemical plant
- Knowledge of Modbus networks
- SIS experience
- Network switch configuration
- Creative problem solver
- Confidence to make suggestions/ effectively influence other’s decision-making processes