Process Controls Specialist

INVISTA is seeking a Process Controls Specialist (Honeywell focused) for our Houston Chemical Plant (HCP).

Our Team

The Process Controls Specialist is responsible for the implementation of configuration and programming, troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and repair of DCS, PLC, HMI, and other process controls-related equipment at the Houston Chemical Plant.

This role is located on-site within the Process Controls Team & has a 9/80 work schedule.

What You Will Do

Own the reliability and performance of the hardware & infrastructure supporting the plant's control systems, by:



* Performing hardware and software upgrades to the plant's control systems, including PLC's


* Ensuring cybersecurity and system patching updates are kept current


* Require climbing ladders and stairs, such as those in a plant operating area to have access to all the equipment on site


* Performing downloads and modifications on online systems, including the development of the appropriate bypassing and risk mitigation steps to ensure no disruptions to operations


* Recommending spare parts stocking levels and ensuring the readiness of spare components


* Participating in controls design review, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Software Acceptance Testing (SAT), start-up & commissioning for capital projects and initiatives


* Partnering with multiple disciplines including operations and engineering to improve capability in process control and plant automation


* Onboarding and collaboration with contractors during larger upgrade efforts


* Working alongside the Process Controls Team, there are opportunities for additional responsibilities such as control strategies development, logic modifications, and loop tuning, depending on the ability of the successful candidate


* Participating in knowledge sharing and networking with INVISTA's Global Operations Technology Team and with automation professionals in the other three plants in INVISTA's Texas Chemicals Complex


* INVISTA's Principle-Based Management (PBM) culture values Principled Entrepreneurship, and as such there are opportunities to drive transformative changes (people/process/technology) in our organization

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)



* Minimum of 5-7+ years previous experience with Honeywell DCS Systems or PLC/Safety Manager


* Minimum of 5-10+ years working in a chemical/industrial environment


* Ability to work on-site with a 9/80 schedule


* Ability to work an after-hours ("on-call") rotation schedule with the Process Controls team to provide immediate remote/on-site support


* Ability to work outages & turnarounds supporting shutdown, execution, commissioning & 24/7 start-up activities


* Must have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship

What Will Put You Ahead



* Bachelor's or higher degree in a field relating to engineerin...