Process Control Engineer

Drax Group•Urania, LA

About The Position

As a Process Control Engineer at Drax, you will apply process control principles to identify, analyze, and resolve issues, ensuring safe and efficient plant operations. This role involves maintaining control system functionality, managing alarms, and troubleshooting problems.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or a high school diploma/equivalent with at least 10 years of experience in process controls and electrical systems within an industrial plant environment.
A minimum of three years of experience in a Process Control Engineering role; previous experience in electrical engineering or E&I occupations is beneficial.
Proficient in the programming and maintenance of Human Machine Interfaces (HMI), Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), and Programmable Logic Control (PLC) systems.
Experience with PLC programming software such as Siemens Simatic Manager and TIA Portal or Allen Bradley ControlLogix.
Familiarity with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), including Allen Bradley PowerFlex, Siemens G120, or Schneider Altivar.
Experience with Smart Motor Control Centers (MCCs) such as Siemens SIMOCODE or Allen Bradley Intelli CENTER.
Knowledge of process control communication types, including Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Profinet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, and Modbus.
Skilled in instrumentation troubleshooting and calibration.
Familiarity with NFPA 70 and the National Electric Code.
A good understanding of required codes, standards, acts, and regulations, along with awareness of various international codes, standards, acts, and regulations.
Strong English verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (i.e., Word, Excel, and Outlook).

Nice To Haves

previous experience in electrical engineering or E&I occupations is beneficial.

Responsibilities

Promote a proactive HSE culture and develop leadership skills in HSE.
Ensure effective HSE management by adhering to systems, performing compliance audits, and providing process control support to ensure safe operations.
Participate in Risk Management through Process Hazard Analyses and Management of Change reviews.
Manage Incident Response by promptly reporting incidents and participating in investigations.
Support Asset Management with technical assessments and guidelines.
Develop systems for the maintenance and optimization of plant controls.
Provide process control support to Operations and Maintenance Teams.
Evaluate tasks for abnormal plant controls and lead incident investigations.
Recommend improvements to control loops and alarm systems.
Implement technologies to enhance operating efficiency.
Develop control systems projects and comply with the Management of Change process.
Participate in HAZOP studies and apply project management skills.
Support planning and execution during plant shutdowns and turnarounds.
Identify projects for capital budgets with written justifications and collaborate with contractors on project scopes.
Create and review procedures for process control systems and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Assist in generating management reports and operating budgets.