The Process Controls Engineer is responsible for maintaining, upgrading and troubleshooting the Honeywell Experion PKS and TDC 3000 systems through process automation, measurement, and control. The role will support the Bayport plant in the areas of routine operation, reliability, cost and project management as well as providing specialized programming and troubleshooting expertise in the process controls discipline.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • BS in Chemical Engineering preferred

  • 3+ years of experience in chemical process industry. In plant preferred.

  • Demonstrated technical skills with Honeywell DCS programming and configuration

  • PLC programming experience desired

  • Understanding coupling of information between process control devices to auxiliary systems desired (i.e. LIMS, SAP, and Microsoft platforms desired)

  • Ability to create, design and see through projects to completion as well as be “hands-on”

    Key Competencies

  • Detail oriented and organized

  • Ability to plan and prioritize effectively

  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills

  • Ability to multi-task and yield results

  • Strong Communication Skills

  • Safety conscious

  • Risk and Hazard sensitive

    Comprehensive Job Description

    Duties & Responsibilities

    Process Control

  • Read, understand and translate P&IDs to develop control strategies and operating displays on an Experion DCS system

  • Implement robust, cost-effective process control schemes

  • Recommend process control or engineering changes to rectify upsets and deviations.

  • To determine the appropriate selection and application of process control devices, equipment, and systems, including Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) and levels of Protection (LOPA)

  • To recommend and provide designs and specifications for process control equipment and systems, including field devices, PLCs and distributed control systems

    Cost & Project Management

  • To develop,evaluate and implement plans and criteria for a variety of projects, assignments, and problem solving activities

  • To provide technical input, reviews, and oversight of engineering activites on small to medium projects with the in-house team and contractors

    Systems & Equipment Management

  • Responsible for maintaining the Honeywell Experion PKS and TDC 3000 systems including troubleshooting and required upgrades

  • To provide equipment installation,start-up support including function testing and interlock testing

  • Responsible for making changes to DCS configuration, graphics, CL programs and Logic Blocks

  • To design, modify , implement and tune control loops to perform intended functions or optimize performance of existing and new processes

  • To maintain up-to-date and accurate alarm strategies and minimize standing alarms

  • To maintain accurate P&IDs, loop sheets, logic diagrams and interlock documents

Support

  • To lead troubleshooting and recommend fixes and initiate changes for improvements or resolution of issues for the DCS and PLC

  • To provide vendor recommendations, qualifications, and procurement support

    Environment

  • In-plant and off-site. Exposures to chemicals, raw materials and finished products necessary in the manufacture of hydrogen peroxide and other peroxygen compounds. Exposure to the elements (rain, sun, humidity etc.). Personal protective equipment is worn as directed.

  • Must be capable of working within a team environment with free exchange of ideas within the confines of business norms.

    Note: this description is intended to give you a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive listing of duties and responsibilities.