Process Control Engineer

Process Control EngineerRole - Process Control EngineerLocation - Port Neches, TXPay Range: $80 to $100hr. on w2Shift - 1stShiftJob DescriptionThe Process Control Engineer supports unit operations by maintaining and enhancing process control applications and assets. Provides expertise to support the safe, environmentally sound, and efficient operation of the processing units.Prioritized Essential Job Functions and ResponsibilitiesWith limited supervision and moderate decision-making:Responsible for control applications in assigned processing units.Develop, modify, and tune control strategies for continued and improved operation of assigned processing unitsProvide basic control assistance and advanced control for multi-variable controllers operating in their processing unitsResponsible for development of new control strategies as needed for new projects or products made in assigned unitsMonitor operation of assigned units and assist process engineering to meet target production, quality, and energy goalsProvide technical support to the design, installation and maintenance of PLCs, automation systems and Safety Instrumented SystemsFacilitate PSM Management of Change for covered changes to process controls and participate in PHA and IPL studies and incident investigations for assigned unitsRelieve other process control engineers for vacation or other absencesFacilitate compliance with alarm system management policies and standards, for assigned process units. This may include leadership of the operational review meetings, and activities to rationalize alarm settings and priorities to meet KPI targetsDevelop graphics and train operators on process control strategies and changes.Work with project engineers on projects and participate in offsite control related FAT as requiredEnsure that the activities are carried out to comply with the integrated management system, as applicable (safety, food safety, GMP, health, environmental, quality and responsible care requirements).Essential functions require presence in the workplace on a regular basis and an ability to work extra hours if needed. If applicable, ability to work overtime may be needed to ensure required staffing capacity to meet daily production objectives.Work collaboratively with team members with different backgrounds and perspectives.Assists other employees in accomplishments of Indorama company goals. Follows instructions and performs other duties as may be assigned by supervisor.Participates in Environmental, Health, & Safety initiatives as set forth by the company. Participates in and completes company required training programs.Education / Experience / Skills RequirementsB.S. Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field; ANDMinimum of 5 years of process/process controls/operations engineering experience in a petrochemical or refining facility requiredMUST HAVE or be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card.Specific Skills and KnowledgeMust have a level of proficiency with SAP, Internet, Email and Microsoft Office programsExperience with DCS systems such as Foxboro IA (Invensys) or Emerson Delta V preferredExperience with PLCs (Triconex or GE Fanuc / Mark V, VII preferred)Process Hazard Analysis and LOPA studiesControl network management preferredControl application experience, continuous controls, batch experience strongly preferredAble to identify needs and opportunities and work independently to achieve goals, prioritizationEmployee BenefitsAt LanceSoft, full-time regular employees who work a minimum of 30 hours a week or more are entitled to the following benefits:Four options of medical InsuranceDental and Vision Insurance401k ContributionsCritical Illness InsuranceVoluntary Permanent Life InsuranceAccident InsuranceOther Employee PerksEEO EmployerLanceSoft is a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. LanceSoft makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.