Pilot Plant Technologist

Dow Chemical•Freeport, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Dow is seeking a Pilot Plant Technologist in Freeport, Texas, to support process automation systems in pilot plant operations. The role provides preventative maintenance and 7x24 troubleshooting support for installed systems, with the goal of minimizing plant downtime in a cost-effective and sustainable manner. The technologist maintains broad knowledge of hardware, operating systems, networking systems, and system software, and may serve as an informal resource for less-experienced team members. The position supports process control systems, associated networks and interfaces, and client-supported devices. It performs corrective, predictive, and preventative maintenance; participates in system upgrades and small installation or configuration projects; assists with process information systems and historian updates; and supports process control improvements. The role coaches plant team members in troubleshooting and collaborates with internal and external specialists to resolve problems. Work follows established safety procedures and process operating instructions. This role works a DuPont 12-hour rotating shift schedule, which may include day or night shifts. The position is based in Freeport, TX, and does not offer relocation assistance. U.S. work authorization is required; visa sponsorship or support is not available.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, plus at least one of the following: 5 or more years of industry-related experience; an associate degree or higher with a focus in science-related courses; or 3 or more years of military training or experience.
Ability to understand process and instrumentation diagram concepts, read and follow diagrams, and interpret and follow process operating instructions without deviation, including instructions in list, mathematical, diagram, or prose form.
Ability to deal with many abstract and concrete variables.
Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 10 pounds while safely engaging in physically demanding tasks.
Ability to work assigned day or night shift hours and take ownership of work duties and process areas; the role follows a DuPont 12-hour rotating shift schedule.
Ability to work legally in the United States; visa sponsorship or support is not available.

Responsibilities

Provide care and troubleshoot process automation systems, associated networks, and interfaces.
Support client-supported devices within the assigned area.
Provide corrective support as the plant’s first escalation point for system errors or failures.
Perform predictive and preventative maintenance (PPM) and system health checks.
Participate in software and hardware upgrades.
Complete small project work, including system installation, configuration, design, and development.
Assist with management of process information systems.
Assist with control system and process historian updates.
Coach plant team members in troubleshooting to help identify process control code, control interface, and hardware problems.
Work with internal and external support groups to address problems beyond the Process Control Technician’s expertise.
Participate in audits and reviews of Process Control Strategy Descriptions (PCSDs) for new equipment installations.
Train on process control platforms to support process control improvements and pilot plant strategy.
Perform plant activities in accordance with safety procedures, operating instructions, and process requirements.

Benefits

Equitable, market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity, with locally relevant incentives.
Programs supporting physical, mental, financial, and social well-being.
Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources.
Employee stock purchase programs, subject to location availability.
Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program for U.S. employees, applying monthly student debt payments as if they were contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)).
Medical and life insurance packages with coverage options; travel insurance is available in certain locations.
Training, mentoring, work experiences, community involvement, and team-building opportunities.
Role-based workplace flexibility to support productivity and personal needs.
Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
Paid time off for new parents, including adoptive and foster parents.
Paid time off to care for sick or injured family members.
Paid time off for volunteering and Employee Resource Group participation.
Wellbeing Portal for Dow employees.
On-site fitness facilities, depending on location.
Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships, and more.
Some locations may offer transportation allowances, meal subsidies or vouchers, and carbon-neutral transportation incentives.