Process Engineer - Controls - Executive Placement Network

Job Title: Process Engineer - Controls

Location: Lemont, IL

A leading company in the refining and chemical industries is seeking a skilled Process Control Engineer for a full-time, direct-hire position. This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative solutions in a stable work environment. The company is looking for candidates with a strong, upward career trajectory.

Responsibilities

The Process Control Engineer will:

• Develop creative solutions to complex engineering problems.
• Analyze project scopes, create criteria, and conduct feasibility studies.
• Provide technical guidance to teams to promote a safe and effective work environment.
• Guide engineering efforts to ensure safe and compliant design for all projects.
• Define and manage project scopes to improve refinery operations while overseeing quality, budget, and schedule.
• Mentor and train new engineers and keep teams current on best practices and new technologies.
• Lead and optimize control system design and implementation for improved unit performance.
• Ensure the Process Control System (DCS), Multivariable Control (MVC), and Safety Instrumented System (SIS) are running efficiently.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering is preferred, with at least three years of experience in process control or a similar role in the refining or chemical industries.
• Candidates with eight years of experience supervising controls but without a four-year degree may be considered.
• Advanced skills in modeling, multivariable control, DeltaV, DCS/PLC configuration, and instrument tuning are required.
• Strong communication and customer service skills are also required.
• Candidates must have a valid driver's license and be eligible for a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).

Benefits

• Flexible work options are available, including a possible 9/80 work schedule.
• Generous time off benefits.
• 401(k) with company match and a pension plan.
• A full suite of health and wellness benefits.
• Employee discounts and other perks.

Additional Information

This position is not remote and requires working onsite. While the company will consider candidates with a TN1 Visa, they are unable to sponsor any other visas.