Principal Process Controls Engineer

Job DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARYUnder limited supervision, this position is responsible for developing and maintaining the computer systems required to control the refinery. To ensure the greatest possible degree of accuracy, the incumbent is expected to select, design, procure, install, develop, commission, and maintain the control systems.EDUCATION REQUIREMENTSBachelor’s degree in Electrical, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering requiredAdvanced degree in Process Controls preferredEXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS6+ years of experience with process control engineering and implementation, strong preference for Honeywell TDC-3000 and ExperionUnderstanding of field instrumentation and field systems such as standalone boiler packages, how they function and interact with controls systemsWork experience with SIS such as Safety Manager, AAdvance, Hima, and others is preferredWork experience and coursework in programming/troubleshooting PLC’s is preferredFluent in English, oral and written required.Ability to adjust schedule to meet business needsMAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIESEngineering and maintenance of control and applications, understanding variables and constraints, modifying programming to meet optimization, profitability and SH&E objectives.Daily consultations with Planning and Operations to optimize targetsOversight role in Controls change (MOC) implementation to support safe and reliable operationsImplement and maintain Controls applications for process control such as CPM, Trace, Dynamo, and PI. Including training and mentoring others in their use as neededProvide consultation to projects involving process control applications, sponsoring Controls upgrade projects as needed, all while ensuring corporate standards complianceEngineer and implement effective HMIs for effective operator interaction, complying with corporate standards and good engineering practices for graphics, alarms, and other parts of the operator interface systemCommunicate regularly with the Supervisor and team members to ensure business deadlines are achievedAbility to read and understand loop diagrams and electrical drawings to implement controls changes and assist Maintenance in troubleshootingCompliance with refinery MOC process, Haz-Op and PHA standards, and alarm rationalization.Regularly communicate with supervisor work progress, concerns and questionsMentor junior engineers and promote best practices in automation and testing Exposure to work near potentially volatile and combustible materials and chemicalsEXPECTED RESULTSOptimized control, yielding improved product specification compliance, reduced processing costs, higher profitability, safe and reliable operationsAccurate, stable regulatory control for successful application of control technologyOperations supplied with easy-to-understand process information, any changes well communicated via MOC process and trainingControls equipment maintained to ensure high levels of reliability and accuracyEmbrace positive change, promote safety, drive inclusive behaviors, and support sustainable reliabilityAdhere to all company policies and proceduresApplicants must be eligible to work in the United States. The Company will not sponsor immigration or work visas.CVR Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply.