Automation & Controls Engineer
Seeking a highly driven Automation & Controls Engineer to support the design, implementation, and optimization of industrial automation systems within a continuous process manufacturing environment. This role plays a critical part in ensuring operational reliability, safety, and efficiency by maintaining and improving distributed control systems (DCS), PLCs, and SCADA platforms.
The ideal candidate combines strong hands‑on automation expertise with a systems mindset, enabling high‑performance process control, effective troubleshooting, and continuous improvement across plant operations.
Key Responsibilities
Automation System Design & Support
- Design, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot distributed control systems, PLCs, and SCADA platforms.
- Develop and maintain control logic, HMI interfaces, and automation software to support plant operations.
- Support real‑time troubleshooting and resolution of automation and control system issues.
Project Execution & System Optimization
- Execute automation projects including system upgrades, migrations, loop tuning, and control strategy improvements.
- Participate in commissioning, startup, and validation activities for new and modified systems.
- Drive process optimization through data analysis, alarm management, and control improvements.
Technical Documentation & Standards
- Develop and maintain control narratives, functional design specifications, P&IDs, and loop diagrams.
- Apply industry standards and best practices in automation, safety, and system design.
- Support configuration management, backups, and cybersecurity compliance.
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
- Partner with operations, maintenance, and process engineering teams to improve plant reliability and performance.
- Support maintenance strategies and lifecycle management of automation systems.
- Provide training and technical guidance to operations and maintenance personnel.
Safety, Compliance & Continuous Improvement
- Participate in process safety and risk management activities including MOC, PSSR, and HAZOP reviews.
- Support continuous improvement and digitalization initiatives, including data integration and advanced analytics.
- Contribute to plant safety culture and ensure compliance with regulatory and operational standards.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Chemical, Computer, or Automation Engineering (or related field).
- 5+ years of experience in industrial automation and process control environments.
- Hands‑on experience with DCS, PLCs, and SCADA/HMI systems.
- Strong troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis skills.
- Experience with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Ethernet/IP, OPC).
- Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, electrical drawings, and control documentation.
- Strong communication and cross‑functional coordination skills.
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