Sr. Process Controls Engineer

Plaquemine, Louisiana, United States

Job Reference 1252177

Location Plaquemine, Louisiana, United States

Industry Process - Chemicals

Function Control & Instrumentation

Job Type Contract

Date Added January 13, 2025

Our client is seeking a Sr. Process Controls Engineer to work within their facility in Plaquemine, LA, for a long-term contract.

This position will be responsible for the design, configuration, integration and implementation of control systems in both continuous and batch chemical manufacturing processes. Responsible for P&ID review, technical support for maintenance, construction oversight, and improvement of instrument and electrical systems at the company’s facilities.

Job Responsibilities:
May include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Demonstrates strong safety culture through personal behavior and commitment to environmental, health & safety.
  • Maintain Aspentech IP21 software and hardware for assigned area.
  • Continue development of DCS network and PLC network.
  • Manage DCS and PLC fiber optic network for assigned area.
  • Technical resource for DCS, PLC, and SIS systems for assigned area.
  • Develop and maintain DCS upgrade 5-year plan with cost estimates for assigned area.
  • Assist with the development of alarm management for assigned area.
  • Develop and implement standard engineering practices.
  • Develop preliminary scope for the instrument and control portion of capital and maintenance projects for assigned area.
  • Develop and provide cost estimates to project engineers.
  • Communicate with vendors to determine applicability of products.
  • Provide technical support to maintenance instrument supervisors and technicians.
  • Provide technical help to investigate equipment and system failures and recommend corrective actions.
  • Identifies the technologies to be used for new applications, and extensions of current architectures
  • Must be capable of detailed design generation, implementation, integration, testing and on-site startup of systems
  • Participate in PHAs and LOPAs for assigned area.
Education, Experience and Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Controls Engineering or Chemical Engineering required 
  • Minimum of 10 years’ experience, with detailed knowledge of process control system hardware and software required.
  • Honeywell or ABB DCS experience preferred. Modicon, Triconex and Allen-Bradley PLC systems experience preferred
  • Experience with network switches, firewalls, communications
  • Experience with APC applications
  • Maintain DCS program backups and associated documentation
  • Excellent computer skills, with proficiency in MS Word and Power Point
  • Must be able to work independently and in a team environment
  • Must be able to obtain TWIC prior to start

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