Lead Engineer - Instrumentation and Control

Croda Int Plc•New Castle, DE

59d•Onsite

About The Position

Lead Engineer - Instrumentation & Controls Croda is a FTSE100 organization driven around our purpose of Smart Science to Improve Lives. With over 6,000 employees across 39 countries, we are focused on the research and development of novel and highly sustainable raw materials for the Life Sciences and Consumer Care sectors. We are passionate and excited about how we can develop and utilize new technologies to shape and inspire changes within an ever-growing marketplace. As our business looks to deliver its ambitious strategy of growth, we are looking for a Lead Engineer - Instrumentation & Controls to join our Process Engineering Team for our Atlas Point site. As a business, it is important to us that we find the best person for the job and that you have the best opportunity to succeed in the role. This role will function as the lead support for the batch production process controls systems at the facility and in the development and execution of a long-term strategy for PLC upgrade and replacement.

Requirements

Degree in Engineering or an equivalent degree in a relevant discipline.
Minimum of 5 years of experience within high hazard and PSM regulated chemical manufacturing or related industries - at least 3 years of experience in a role directly involved with process controls
Strong proficiency in DCS, PLC, and SCADA systems, including DeltaV, Rockwell, AspenTech IP21
In-depth experience with Functional Safety/Safety Instrumented Systems strongly preferred
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated leadership skills, including concise communication and a strong safety influence
Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple processes simultaneously
Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation

Responsibilities

Implement and maintain Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to process control systems and programming
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (operations, maintenance, quality, and engineering) to optimize process performance and improve process control systems
Develop/maintain functional safety documentation for SRS, SIL verification and proof testing
Specify and select appropriate instrumentation for various projects, ensuring compatibility and compliance with industry standards
Develop and maintain documentation for control systems, including P&IDs, control logic diagrams, and standard operating procedures
Manage the replacement strategy and upgrade of PLC-based process control systems
Develop and review Process Design packages for capital projects
Plan and organize multiple projects in cooperation with project managers, ranging from short-term to over 12 months in length
Ensure SHE (Safety, Health, and Environmental) performance meets site requirements
Provide technical guidance and support to less experienced staff