Process Control Engineer (Canada - Welland, CA)

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline (Chemical or Electrical preferred). Registration as a Professional Engineer with Professional Engineers Ontario, or eligibility for registration, is required.

Minimum of 5+ years of direct experience in industrial chemical plant operations, with broad exposure to production, engineering, and unionized maintenance and operations personnel.

Experience must be in facilities operating to world-class standards in process safety, digital instrumentation and control, and safety, health, and environmental practices—especially as they relate to maintenance activities and contractor management.

Demonstrated expertise in using Emerson DeltaV process control systems in both batch and continuous manufacturing environments.

Working knowledge of process historian systems is required; direct experience with OSI/PI process historian systems is highly desirable.

Proven ability to work with both hardware and software systems to support unit operations, including collaboration with vendors and contractors to ensure proper system development and installation.

Solid understanding of electrical systems compliant with Section 18 of the Canadian Electrical Code (installations in hazardous areas) and the ISA S88 Batch Process Control Standard.

Familiarity with communication system platforms such as EthernetIP, DeviceNet, and Modbus.

Experience with three-phase AC motors and industrial motor controls, including variable frequency drives.

Demonstrated track record in executing projects involving new or replacement control systems, process instrumentation, human-machine interfaces, and process data networks.

Strong verbal and technical writing skills, with the ability to communicate control system changes to Operations and to complete management of change and training documentation for assigned projects.

Competitive salary and benefits

The Canadian annual base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this new hire is: $92,000 to $115,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate, such as skills, experience, qualifications, etc. and can ultimately be more or less than the posted salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives

16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations

Training platform for all employees

Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

Location: Onsite at Welland Site, Niagara Falls (Ontario, Canada)

About us

Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.

At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

Syensqo is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.