Process Controls Engineer

INVISTA has an immediate need for a Process Control Engineer.

The position has a focus on advanced process control (APC) and is based out of our Polypropylene manufacturing facility in Longview, TX.

The selected individual will contribute as a key member of the controls team and work closely with process engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to develop & implement advanced process control applications to enhance plant operation and profitability.

A successful candidate will have the following attributes:


* The ability to produce accurate, high-quality work in a time-sensitive fast-paced environment


* The ability to organize, prioritize, and own multiple tasks while meeting and/or exceeding deadlines


* Strong communication skills and proven success in communicating effectively with all levels


* The ability to motivate, influence, and drive good business decisions forward while working with a diverse workforce


* Partners with site leadership to establish priorities and deliver results


* Initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a team


* Above all carry out all activities with integrity, compliance, and in a safe and efficient manner

What You Will Do


* Development, support, maintenance, and implementation of advanced process control applications to significantly enhance plant operation and profitability


* Day-to-day support and maintenance of process control hardware such as workstations and servers


* Review and manage the documentation of process control standards, architecture, and control schemes


* Create and provide instruction for training of console operators and other groups on control subjects as required


* Support the management of change (MOC) process


* Monitor site process control systems for optimal operation, including the implementation/use of a plant-wide control performance-based software


* Root cause analysis of process control problems; identifying and implementing corrective actions


* Apply fundamental process control knowledge in implementing facilities and process modifications

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)


* Bachelor of Science or higher in Engineering


* Three (3) or more years' experience in a chemical, petrochemical, or refinery plant environment


* Two (2) or more years' experience implementing and maintaining advanced regulatory schemes


* Must have a valid and current government-issued driver's license

What Will Put You Ahead


* Five (5) or more years' experience in a chemical, petrochemical, or refinery plant environment


* Basic knowledge of facility/process design including engineering & PSM standards


* Experience with troubleshooting and resolving process control problems


* Experience in tuning digital PID controllers, reading P&IDs, instrument loop drawings, DCS schematics and/or other design documents


* Experience designing, implementing, and tuning adv...