DCS Programmer

DCS Programmer $110,000 - $140,000 per year | Hampton, VA | On-Site | Permanent A bit about us: The team supports customers through automation, process optimization, capital equipment, and lifecycle services, working in mission-critical industrial environments where reliability, safety, and performance matter. This role offers the opportunity to work on real-world, production-critical automation systems that directly impact mill operations. This role is hands‑on and customer‑facing, involving DCS configuration, upgrades, troubleshooting, and commissioning across multiple mill sites. You’ll work closely with operators, engineers, and maintenance teams to modernize legacy systems, improve reliability, and reduce downtime. The environment rewards technical depth, autonomy, and problem-solving, and is ideal for engineers who enjoy being close to the process—not just writing code from a desk. Why join us? In addition to a challenging career, professional development opportunities, and an inclusive and supportive work environment, we offer a competitive salary that increases with technical capability, a comprehensive benefits package, a flexible work environment, and a 401(k) plan. Job Details Our Pulp & Paper division seeks a highly skilled and experienced DCS Programmer in the Hampton Roads area (Virginia Beach, VA). The ideal candidate has a strong background in industrial automation, with specific expertise in Foxboro, DeltaV and/or Honeywell control platforms. This role involves developing, implementing, and optimizing DCS programs to enhance operational efficiency, reliability, and safety for our North American customers. Responsibilities Design and develop DCS programming solutions for process control and automation in the Pulp & Paper sector. Implement and configure Foxboro or DeltaV to meet project specifications and industry standards. Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate DCS with other plant systems. Conduct system testing and validation to ensure proper functioning and adherence to safety protocols. Provide technical support and training to operations and maintenance personnel. Stay updated with the latest advancements in DCS technology and apply best practices in system programming. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, or a related field. Minimum of 5 years of experience in DCS programming with preference in the Pulp & Paper industry. Proficiency with Foxboro. Proficiency with DeltaV and/or Honeywell control systems. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. Legally entitled to work in the US. Ability and willingness to travel to domestic and international sites (typically 5-20%). Equal Employment Opportunity Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Australia-Employment