Process Controls Project Engineer

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 , 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 . Modicon, Triconex and Allen-Bradley PLC systems experience
  
• 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