process control engineer

NOVA Chemicals

<div><p><b>Job ID</b>: 3745</p><p><b>
Closing Date</b>: 03/09/2026</p><p><b>
This position could be located in the following location(s)</b>: Geismar Site &ndash; Geismar, LA</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Who We Are:</b></p><p>
At NOVA Chemicals we are reshaping plastics for a better, more sustainable world. Our dedicated team of talented individuals works collaboratively to create circular plastic solutions that make everyday life safer, healthier and better. With a focus on safety, social responsibility, and environmental stewardship, we strive to constantly improve and shape the future of our industry. Join our team of talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference and be a part of our journey towards sustainability leadership. Together we can create a better, more circular tomorrow.</p><p></p><p><br>
NOVA Chemicals, headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, is wholly-owned by Mubadala Investment Company of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.</p><div></div><div><br>
As part of the Geismar Engineering Team, the <b>Process Control Engineer</b> will support the safe, reliable, and competitive operation of process automation systems and the operating plant. This role contributes to ongoing plant operations, with a focus on control scheme performance monitoring, optimization, design, and alarm management. This position offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in world‑scale petrochemical plant operations.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
You Will Use Your Expertise To:</b></div><ul><li>
Support and implement control applications and Advanced Process Controllers (APC) to enhance plant profitability, operational stability, and safety.
</li><li>Ensure base-layer control performance is optimized and consistently performing at a high standard.</li><li>
Identify and implement improvements such as smart alarming and high‑performance graphics to strengthen operators&rsquo; ability to safely and effectively run the unit.</li><li>
Collaborate with key stakeholders to advance control strategies while ensuring alignment with corporate process control standards and best practices.</li></ul><div><b><br>
</b></div><div><b>What We Are Looking For:</b></div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Chemical or Electrical Engineering with 8+ years of process control engineering experience for petrochemical plants working with Honeywell Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Advanced Process Control applications.</li><li>
Demonstrated experience developing and implementing Advanced Process Control (APC) applications, including Rockwell Pavilion APC, Honeywell Profit Suite, or AspenTech DMC3. Experience with control system migrations is considered an asset.</li><li>
Strong background in controller design, model identification, and APC&ndash;DCS interface programming.</li><li>
Hands-on experience supporting and configuring regulatory control algorithms within Honeywell Experion DCS environments.</li><li>
Proven capability designing and implementing basic and advanced regulatory control strategies to optimize process performance, including feedforward control, constraint control, optimization, cross‑limiting, and abnormal situation management.</li><li>
Experience programming in real-time environments, including automation and state‑based control using functional logic blocks and multiple control languages (such as Visual Basic, JScript, and Python).</li><li>
Solid understanding of process control theory fundamentals applied to core petrochemical processes, including distillation columns, reactors, boilers, and fired heaters.</li><li>
Practical experience tuning PID controllers to achieve stable and efficient control performance.</li><li>
Experience with Human‑Machine Interface (HMI) design, programming, and configuration for process automation systems.</li><li>
Knowledge of alarm management best practices, including alarm database management, alarm rationalization, and smart alarming.</li><li>
Strong commitment to Responsible Care&reg; principles, with demonstrated excellence in occupational safety, process safety, and environmental stewardship.
</li><li>Effective facilitation and communication skills (verbal and written), with the ability to clearly convey technical concepts.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
You Can Stand Out If:</b></p><ul><li>
You are <b>passionate</b> about your work and put care and thought into all that you do.</li><li>
You are <b>responsible</b> and follow through with your commitments to others and to safety.</li><li>
You are <b>innovative </b>and are willing to challenge your biases when problem solving.</li><li>
You are <b>collaborative</b>, inclusive, and work well with others towards team goals.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Additional Information:</b></p><ul><li>
Relocation will be considered for this position</li><li>
Compensation will be commensurate with education and experience</li><li>
This position is eligible for the 9/80 schedule</li><li>
Callouts are a requirement of the role due to the 24 hour per day plant operation</li><li>
In order to fulfil the duties of this role, the successful candidate will be required to wear respiratory protective equipment. Candidate must successfully pass a fit test and be physically able to wear a respirator</li><li>
The successful candidate is required to provide proof of a valid driver&rsquo;s license</li><li>
The position will require a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (<i>TWIC</i>&reg;) through the Transportation Security Administration</li><li>
This posting is for an existing vacancy</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Why NOVA Chemicals?</b></p><p>
NOVA Chemicals&rsquo; flexible benefit programs are designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees, because when it comes to benefits, everyone has different priorities. Our benefits offerings will vary based on your work location and are an element of the &ldquo;Total Rewards&rdquo; package used to reward employees.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Check Us Out Online:</b></p><ul><li>
Visit our NOVA Chemicals' website</li><li>
Follow us on X, YouTube, and Instagram for company news.</li><li>
Follow us on LinkedIn and Glassdoor for job updates.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.</b></p><p></p><p><b><br>
Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available on request.</b></p></div>

Process Control Engineer

Smurfit Westrock

<div><p><b>Process Control Engineer &ndash; West Point, VA</b></p><div><b>
The opportunity:</b></div><div>
The Process Control Engineer position: provides technological and engineering expertise for the implementation of new process control technology and equipment; evaluates and resolves problems with existing process control systems utilizing vendor and/or mill maintenance support when necessary; designs and programs changes to the existing process control systems as needed. This position ensures the control systems are properly deployed to provide the greatest return on investment regarding production, costs, quality as well as safe and environmentally sound operations.</div><div>
The Process Control Engineer reports to the E&amp;I Maintenance Superintendent.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
How you will impact WestRock:</b></div><br>
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Utilizes modern process control theory to design and configure systems on new and existing processes.</li></ul><ul><li>
Assists project engineers and managers in the planning, development, and implementation of capital projects.</li><li>
Engages in development of short and long-term planning of system upgrades and migrations.</li></ul><ul><li>
During project design, assists with coordinating the development of control logic and system configuration between the Operating Department and control system suppliers. Participate in factory checkout of equipment prior to delivery to confirm design and functionality.</li><li>
Writes operator training manuals and assists with control system operator training.</li><li>
Generates procedures used by Maintenance, Operations, and peers.</li><li>
Works closely with Operations and Engineering personnel to develop job scopes. Write functional specifications for vendor use in quotations.</li>
Maintains a strong emphasis on process improvement projects <li>- customer focused innovations, cost saving improvements, process optimization, etc.</li><li>
Utilizes a proactive approach and project skills to develop solutions to short- and long-term issues.</li><li>
Designs and implements control system logic based on process knowledge, applicable safety and environmental requirements, operational need, and maintenance requirements that provide clearly defined benefits.</li><li>
Works closely with Maintenance and Operations to identify and resolve issues.</li><li>
Leads troubleshooting efforts of systems and processes. Helps promote technical skills in E\I technicians.</li><li>
Manage and direct consultants, contractors, and vendors during controls related projects.</li><li>
As part of the Process Control team, shares in the responsibility of providing weekend and off-hour availability to support Process Control and IT mill needs as well as startup support from planned and unplanned shutdowns.</li></ul><ul><li>
Adheres to all mill safety rules, participates in or may lead safety programs and meetings with the goal of improving safety at the mill. Supports the mill behavior-based safety program.</li><li>
Maintains mill-wide data historian (OSIsoft Pi) and related interfaces.</li><li>
Evaluates, troubleshoots, and maintains system hardware.</li><li>
Perform other duties as assigned.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
What you need to succeed:</b></div><ul><li>
B.S. Degree in Chemical or Electrical Engineering is preferred, other engineering degree acceptable with adequate DCS, PLC and HMI application experience.</li><li>
Minimum of five years of industrial experience preferred with degree or 10 years plus of industrial experience in DCS, PLC and HMI applications would be required with two-year degree or equivalent military experience.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of field instrumentation, control devices, and motor controls required.</li></ul><ul><li>
Process control experience within with paper industry experience preferred.</li><li>
Strong troubleshooting skillset for evaluating root cause and addressing technical issues with long term solutions in mind.</li><li>
Experience with Honeywell TDC, Honeywell Experion, Valmet, Rockwell &amp; Modicon DCS &amp; PLC Systems</li><li>
Experience with AC and DC variable speed drives.</li><li>
Strong computer skills including systems deploying VMWare.</li></ul><div><b>
Process Control Engineer, continued</b></div><br>
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Experience with Ethernet networks including configuration of switches, routers and VLANs.</li><li>
Experience with Industrial Communication Protocols including Modbus TCP\IP and Ethernet IP.</li><li>
Experience with control loop tuning and performance evaluation tools.</li><li>
Strong written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>
Results oriented individual capable of handling projects individually, yet able to work efficiently in a highly team-oriented environment.</li><li>
Ability to drive large scale control system projects from concept to commissioning.</li><li>
Additional skills needed: self-directed, flexible, self-learner, multitasking, results driven, safety focused.</li><li>
SharePoint / PowerApps / Flow knowledge a plus</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
What we offer:</b></div><br>
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Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence</li><li>
Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities</li><li>
An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential</li><li>
A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.</li></ul><div></div><p><br>
WestRock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce: Minorities/Females/ Disabled/Veterans.</p></div><p></p>

Aspen Technology

<div><div>The driving force behind our success has always been the people of AspenTech. What drives us, is our aspiration, our desire and ambition to keep pushing the envelope, overcoming any hurdle, challenging the status quo to continually find a better way. You will experience these qualities of passion, pride and aspiration in many ways &mdash; from a rich set of career development programs to support of community service projects to social events that foster fun and relationship building across our global community.</div><div></div><div>
The Role</div>
Coupling deep manufacturing and business process knowledge with an understanding of automation issues, the AspenTech professional services organization is distinctively qualified to help customers transform their business. With over 25 years of exclusive service to the process industries, we help over 1200 companies find significant economic benefits through the strategic application of automation and IT solutions. Our worldwide services organization has centuries of cumulative process industry experience spanning: oil and gas, petroleum, chemicals, specialty chemicals, pharmaceuticals and consumer products.<br>
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This position will require expertise in Refinery, Olefins, Polymer, LNG, Upstream or Spec Chem process industry or Pulp and Paper or Metal and Mines. This position is for a qualified engineer to join our team in Qatar.<div></div><div>
Your Impact</div><ul><li>
Review process flow diagrams and P&amp;IDs, and understand process operation and leading process discussions, providing an effective process knowledge transfer to junior engineers.</li><li>
Cooperate effectively in designing testing and commissioning APC applications and able to independently execute all phases of a control project (pre-test, plant test, analysis, commission), in large size APC project. Be able to lead independently a smaller size APC Project with a team of one Junior Engineer.</li><li>
Understand process issues and how they impact on multivariable control design</li><li>
Design control strategies and configure multivariable control systems of medium complexity</li><li>
Complete database or schematic changes, implementing complex calculations for data analysis.</li><li>
Set up and execute controller simulation for medium scope problems.</li><li>
Understand concepts of closed loop control (computer, DCS, PID control, DMC3 tuning concept) and assist in controller interface database and configuration.</li></ul><div></div><div>
What You'll Need</div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in chemical engineering, or equivalent experience. MS or PhD will be preferred.</li><li>
10+ years&rsquo; experience in the field of Multivariable Process Control and Optimization</li><li>
Demonstrable communication and coaching skills.</li><li>
Competence in process units in Refining or Olefins or Polymer or LNG processes or other processes as listed in the Overview. Proven experience in an Operating Company or in an APC Consulting Company will be a definite plus.</li><li>
Understand concepts of data collection and be able to manipulate data files and collections lists accurately. As well as understand concepts of &ldquo;transformation&rdquo; and be able to transform variables for data analysis.</li><li>
Understand the concepts of multivariable identification and be able to proficiently execute data analysis for medium scope problems.</li><li>
Knowledge of the concepts of multivariable control, concepts of linear programming and LP cost calculations.</li><li>
Knowledge of concepts of closed loop control (computer, DCS, PID control, MVC tuning concept).</li><li>
Able and willing to travel at least 30% of time since the job includes testing and commissioning activities at client sites. No Visa limitation for travelling around most Countries</li><li>
Fluency in English is required</li></ul><div></div><div>
Optional Qualifications (they will be a plus):</div><ul><li>
Proficient in Aspen on-line and off-line tools.</li><li>
Exposure and ability to work with AspenTech APC products will be an advantage.</li><li>
Fluency in any other language will be a plus</li></ul></div>

Principal Consultant Engineer

Enterprise Products

<p></p><div><div><div>We are currently seeking a Control Engineer to join our team. The Control Engineer will support the control system equipment and configuration on capital projects and day to day operations. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:</div><ul><li>
Engineering and technical support for process control, instrumentation, and measurement technologies.</li><li>
Provide guidance and support for process control project scope and estimates.</li><li>
Participate in operational training as related to these systems.</li></ul></div><p></p><div><b>
Qualifications</b><div>
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The successful candidate will meet the following qualifications:</div><ul><li>
A Bachelors degree in Engineering with a minimum of 5 years experience or 10 years equivalent experience implementating process control and related systems in plant and pipeline (gas and liquid) facilities is required</li><li>
Possess knowledge of natural gas processing, fractionation, and pipeline (both liquid and gas), industry standards for documentations, basic and complex regulatory control, loop tuning, and safety systems are required.</li><li>
Configuration experience in various DCS, HMI, and PLC platforms is required.</li><li>
Honeywell Experion experience is a plus.</li><li>
Excellent verbal and written communication on multiple levels.</li><li>
Willing to travel up to 25%.</li></ul></div><p></p><div><b>
Primary Location</b><b>:</b> USA-Texas-Midland</div><div><b>
Shift</b><b>:</b> Day Job</div><div><b>
Travel</b><b>:</b> Yes, 10 % of the Time</div><p></p><div><b>
Unposting Date</b><b>:</b> Ongoing</div><div><b>
Organization</b><b>:</b> Engineering</div><div><b>
Job</b><b>:</b> Engineering</div><div><b>
Job Level</b><b>:</b> Individual Contributor</div></div>

Engineer, Control (Midland, TX)

Strides Pharma Inc

<div><p><b>POSITION</b>: Process Engineer</p><p></p><p><b><br>
DUTIES:</b></p><ul><li>Lead and execute lifecycle activities from start to end for solid oral dosage, liquid, powder filling, soft gel and semi solid form manufacturing including evaluation, validation, scale up, and lifecycle changes.</li><li>Analyze statistical data from qualification, product or functional specifications to determine conformance with standards and established quality requirements.</li><li>Assist with on-site transfer projects and product scale-up activities</li><li>Review and approve protocols that challenge the critical parameters.</li><li>Write and execute experimental and validation protocols as per related SOPs and assure that acceptance criterion related to experimental and validation protocols are met.</li><li>Write and execute experimental and validation reports as per related SOPs and assure that acceptance criterion related to experimental and validation reports are met.</li><li>Assist with initiating change control for new products, site transfer products and changes related to the process improvement with appropriate justification.</li><li>Lead investigations, write investigation reports with appropriate scientific understanding, as required upon failures to meet protocol acceptance criteria.</li><li>Author and review investigation reports, protocols, batch records and CMC documentation.</li><li>Lead projects by use of appropriate project management tools, provide timely updates to management on the status of various projects.</li><li>Lead and execute material changes, process changes and cost reduction projects.</li><li>Provide technical training and assistance to others.</li><li>To develop, execute, and oversee cleaning validation protocols for pharmaceutical solid, semi solid, liquid, cream and gel equipment and processes</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
REQUIREMENTS</b>: BS in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Science, Chemical Engineering or other related fields and 60 months experience as a as a Process Engineer, Chemical Engineer, Regulatory Compliance Specialist or related</p><p>
OR</p><p>
MS in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Science, Chemical Engineering or other related fields and 36 months experience as a as a Process Engineer, Chemical Engineer, Regulatory Compliance Specialist or related</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Hours:</b> 40 hours a week, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.</p><p><b>
Salary:</b> $110000 to 130000 base salary/year + std company benefits</p><p><b>
Job site</b>: 1 Ram Ridge Road, Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977</p></div>

Process Engineer

Applied Control

<div><p><b>Take Control of Your Career at Applied Control!</b></p>
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Application Engineer</b> - <b>Automation</b>:</p>
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This is a full-time on-site role for an Application Engineer with Applied Control at our Headquarters in Englewood, CO. We are looking for a knowledgeable and skilled Application Engineer to join our team.</p>
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Technical Expertise &ndash; Provide technical support to both internal and external customers. Emphasis to be placed on the creation of value through product and industry knowledge. Requires continuous learning and exploration of areas and interests that align with our customer needs.</p>
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Sales Effectiveness &amp; Application Knowledge - Be able to apply product specific technical expertise to customer applications. Maintains a consistent focus on new product initiatives, technologies and sales concepts while managing gross profit margins in line with the overall company goals using a &ldquo;Solution Sales&rdquo; approach. Actively listens and looks for solutions opportunities in our other business groups within Applied Control on a regular basis.</p>
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Workflow - Prioritizes and manages workflow and communicates well with managers to ensure internal and external deadlines are met. Employs a &quot;Quote to Win&quot; strategy with all quotations / proposals.</p>
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Customer Intimacy - Consistently builds lasting business partnerships based on a desire to understand customer requests and provide solutions. Delivers exceptional customer service and valuable product expertise.</p>
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Application Engineer</b> Responsibilities:</p>
<ul><li>Deliver technical assistance to external and internal customers for their process control solutions needs</li></ul>
<ul><li>Execute Applied Control's overall business strategy and initiatives through interactions at various levels with customers and vendors</li></ul>
<ul><li>Provide internal sales and technical support to account managers and outside sales specialists, exhibiting teamwork and effective communications</li></ul>
<ul><li>Understand and effectively communicate customer needs and business issues to colleagues, positioning Applied Control as our customers&rsquo; trusted advisor</li></ul>
<ul><li>Develop an unmatched level of expertise in the application of all our final control element products and solutions offered, delivering quality solutions and services to our many customers and industries</li></ul>
<ul><li>Support customer activities including, but not limited to: responding to telephone and email requests, delivering technical product and application knowledge and support, and conducting terms and conditions negotiations</li></ul>
<ul><li>Must be able to work independently and as part of a team, extensive phone and email communications with customers is expected</li></ul>
<ul><li>Limited travel may apply. The Application Engineer positions require short, out-of-town paid training sessions.</li></ul>
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Application Engineer</b> Requirements and Skills:</p>
<ul><li>Strong technical background</li></ul>
<ul><li>Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills</li></ul>
<ul><li>Highly effective at building long term relationships</li></ul>
<ul><li>Entrepreneurial work ethic</li></ul>
<ul><li>A college degree in Engineering - Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial strongly preferred</li></ul>
<ul><li>Use of MS Office products and other industry related software tools such as sizing, application, and quotation tools, and Windows OS</li></ul>
<ul><li>Requires the ability to read and understand process and instrumentation drawings (P&amp;ID&rsquo;s) and conform customer instrumentation and final control specification sheets into properly applied products</li></ul>
<ul><li>Great problem-solving skills</li></ul>
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Application Engineer</b> Compensation:</p>
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Base Wage Range: $70,000 - $100,000 Prior work or industry experience as well as job-related education and unique skills will be taken into consideration when setting the wage rate.</p>
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Other Variable Compensation: Eligible for an annual profit share award based on company performance.</p>
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Application Engineer</b> Benefits:</p>
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Health, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&amp;D, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, 401(k) plan with employer match, Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO).</p>
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About Us:</b></p>
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At Applied Control, employees enjoy a collaborative, team environment. We celebrate success and recognize and reward accomplishments. Our expertise is backed by Emerson, a leader in global manufacturing and technology. With a team of highly skilled professionals developing unique cost-saving solutions for our customers in oil &amp; gas, refining, power, life science, mining, chemical, food &amp; beverage, and alternative fuels, we help the world run more efficiently every day.</p>
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We offer rewarding careers, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that encourages growth and development. Our benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance subsidized by Applied Control, HSA and FSA options, supplemental, life, and disability insurance, 401k with employer match, 10 paid holidays, and starting at 16 days of paid time off. Our employees also enjoy our 9/80 schedule which allows for 9-hour workdays and every other Friday off!</p></div>

Application Engineer - Automation

Nestlé

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 Support factory operations by ensuring reliable, safe, and efficient automation, control, and electrical systems. Drive equipment performance, process optimization, and continuous improvement while maintaining the highest standards of safety, product quality, and compliance.
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   Train operators and technicians on automation systems
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   Apply TPM and digital/engineering tools (NSAT, NIMS, AMM, etc.)
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