Continental Carbon

Sr. Process Control Engineer

Houston, TX, US

Remote
Full-time
4 months ago
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Job description CONTINENTAL CARBON COMPANY POSITION DESCRIPTION TITLE: Senior Process Control Engineer - Corporate DEPARTMENT: Engineering REPORTS TO: Vice President of Operations SALARY GRADE: Exempt Main Function: * Managing and directing instrumentation and process controls activities company wide. * Function as discipline lead for applicable capital projects. * Function as project manager/engineer for I&C capital projects. * Provide technical support to plants for instrumentation, controls, and DCS issues. * Direct the development of standard control strategies, as well as standards for I&C hardware, software, and systems. Duties and Responsibilities * Assist in troubleshooting of process controls, DCS, and field instrument issues. * Ensure that instrumentation and DCS installation drawings, data sheets and specifications, are in full compliance with recognized industry and safety standards, as well as applicable CCC Engineering Standards. * Assist in the technical development of plant project P&ID's and PFD's. * Development of Engineering Standards for instrumentation, control strategies, DCS installation, HMI Interfaces, and External Systems communications (e.g., PLC's). * Manage and maintain Central Data Historian System, including interfaces at each plant. * Development of DCS project schedules and manpower requirements. * Provide requirements specifications for procurement of DCS components and hardware. * Provide oversight for management of plant DCS Systems. * Development of effective control strategies, logic, and HMI Graphics. * Ensure compliance with all Management of Change protocols for changes to DCS programing. * Assist Maintenance Superintendent in developing plant I&E Technicians skills and capabilities in the operation and maintenance of plant DCS. * Maintain a high degree of reliability in all controls and DCS components. * Develop and implement project(s) to upgrade, maintain, and improve reliability of plant DCS Systems. * Assist with annual turnaround planning as required and as it relates to instrumentation and controls. * Respond when and where needed during emergency downtime situations or when problems occur. * Build and enhance relationships with I&E contractors, vendors, suppliers to improve access to needed parts/support to improve plant reliability. Characteristics * High energy level, team player, excellent work ethic, with strong project management skills. * Effective communication skills both verbally and in writing. * Effective analytical and problem-solving skills. Education and Experience * Engineering degree required, preferably Chemical or Electrical. * 10 - 15 years of experience preferred. * Experience with NFPA/NEC codes, as well as HAZOP procedures is a plus. * DCS experience with Emerson DeltaV is a must. * Experience with PLC's and System Interfaces is a must. * Experience with OSISoft PI Enterprise Server is strongly recommended. * Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Excel is a must. * Plant experience is strongly recommended. * Project Management skills are strongly recommended. * Extensive computer troubleshooting and repair skills. * Experience with and working knowledge of Ethernet Networking components and TCP/IP protocol. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Referral program * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Experience level: * 10 years Schedule: * Monday to Friday Work setting: * In-person * Manufacturing facility Application Question(s): * What are your salary requirements? Education: * Bachelor's (Required)

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