Process Automation Controls Engineer

Accountabilities:

• • Lead the automation and controls components of capital projects through initial design, detailed engineering, implementation, commissioning, and project closeout.
  • Serve as the technical authority for automation deliverables, ensuring designs and implementations comply with applicable industry standards, engineering practices, safety requirements, and regulatory expectations.
  • Champion process safety and life-critical work processes, particularly during field activities and commissioning.
  • Collaborate with site leadership, engineering teams, vendors, and other stakeholders to coordinate project execution and maintain strong working relationships.
  • Monitor project milestones, technical deliverables, quality requirements, safety performance, and regulatory compliance throughout project execution.
  • Deliver control-system configuration and engineering services to North American operational sites.
  • Provide ongoing automation support for operational facilities, including lifecycle management, cybersecurity initiatives, system improvements, and other controls-related needs.
  • Support the advancement of automation capabilities and contribute to broader initiatives designed to modernize and improve process control systems.
  • Provide technical guidance on control philosophies, instrumentation, manufacturing processes, and automation solutions for modern process plants.
  • Participate in commissioning, troubleshooting, and other project activities requiring onsite support, including occasional international assignments.
  • Travel as needed to support projects and operational requirements across North America, South America, and Asia Pacific.

  Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Automation, Controls, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical discipline is preferred.
  • 10+ years of professional experience in Controls Engineering, with a strong record of progressively responsible technical and project leadership.
  • 10+ years of experience working within chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, or similarly complex process manufacturing environments.
  • Demonstrated success leading control-focused engineering projects from concept and design through implementation and commissioning.
  • Strong experience with Distributed Control Systems (DCS), such as Emerson DeltaV, ABB 800xA, Foxboro, Rockwell, or comparable platforms.
  • Deep understanding of control philosophy for modern process plants, industrial automation, instrumentation, and production manufacturing processes.
  • Strong knowledge of automation lifecycle management, including system configuration, operational support, modernization, and cybersecurity considerations.
  • Proven ability to act as a technical authority while balancing engineering standards, project objectives, safety requirements, and operational priorities.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and engage teams at different organizational levels.
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, with the ability to manage complex technical challenges in operational environments.
  • Ability and willingness to travel approximately 25% domestically, with some international travel required for commissioning and project-related activities.
  • Candidates whose experience does not align perfectly with every listed qualification are encouraged to apply if they can demonstrate relevant expertise and the ability to contribute to the role.

  Benefits

  • Base salary: $107,500–$157,663 annually, depending on skills, experience, and other permitted factors.
  • Eligibility for discretionary bonuses.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • 15 days of paid time off.
  • Competitive health and wellness benefits.
  • Remote work flexibility within the United States.
  • Opportunities for professional development, training, and career growth.
  • Exposure to complex global engineering and automation projects.
  • Opportunities to work with multidisciplinary teams and international operational sites.
  • Travel opportunities associated with commissioning and major engineering projects.