Automation & Process Control Engineer at Interoceanic — Pasadena, USA | Base Career

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The position of Automation and Process Control Engineer reports to the Engineering Manager and is responsible for the Automation and Process Control (A&PC) function.

The A&PC engineer designs, implements, supports, and optimizes automated systems (like PLCs, HMIs, Emerson DeltaV) and instrumentation to improve process safety, manufacturing efficiency, and output, involving programming, troubleshooting complex process issues, leading continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance with standards, often collaborating with the senior process engineer, instrumentation and controls specialist, electrical and instrumentation (E&I) technicians, and operations leaders.

In addition to providing technical leadership in A&PC, this position will support the Process Safety Management (PSM) Program, specifically in areas such as Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) and other Process Safety Elements.

The A&PC Engineer will also assist with Management of Change (MOC) initiatives and Capital Expenditure (CapEx) projects by developing Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) and control logic for new commercial facilities.

Furthermore, the A&PC Engineer will support the DCS Guardian, helping manage all Emerson DeltaV equipment, hardware, and software in each operational area.

The role requires the ability to troubleshoot process upsets and implement process improvements to improve process safety and production rates.

System Design & Implementation: Develop and configure control systems (Emerson DeltaV, PLCs, SCADA, HMI), and Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS).
Troubleshooting & Support: Provide expert technical support for complex operational issues, perform root cause analysis, and resolve process deviations.

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Automation/Controls Engineering, or related field.
10+ years of experience in process control or automation engineering, preferably in fertilizer, chemical, petrochemical, or related continuous manufacturing industries.
Experience with DCS/PLC platforms commonly used in chemical and fertilizer operations.

Strong knowledge of process instrumentation (flow, pressure, temperature, pH, analyzers).
Familiarity with ammonia, urea, nitric acid, ammonium nitrate, or other fertilizer production processes (preferred).
Experience with P&IDs, loop sheets, cause-and-effect matrices, and control narratives.
Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (Modbus, Ethernet/IP, Profibus, OPC, etc.).
Understanding of cybersecurity best practices for industrial control systems.

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
Project management and vendor coordination skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Ability to move through industrial facilities, climb stairs/ladders, and work in both office and plant environments.
Ability to wear PPE, including hard hats, safety glasses, respirators, and hearing protection as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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