Production & Process Controls Engineer Job

Arkema • Washington, DC

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About The Position

The Production - Process Control Engineer role serves as a technical resource for operations personnel, focusing on optimizing plant operations, resolving issues, and ensuring the production of cost-effective, high-quality products. This key position involves collaboration across departments and may also act as a backup for the Operations Manager, maintaining communication with various teams to achieve operational goals.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in chemical batch processing.
• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering required.
• Six Sigma experience preferred.
• Process Safety experience preferred (PHA, LOPA, Safety Instrumented Systems).
• Root Cause Investigation experience preferred (e.g., Cause Map, TapRoot, 5-Why).
• Familiarity with IP-21 or similar data historian preferred.
• Hands-on knowledge of ISO, Integrated Management Systems, SPC & SQC.
• DCS and batch manager experience preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and project management abilities.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to develop performance improvement goals.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
• Knowledge of asset utilization tracking and analysis through RtPM.

Responsibilities

• Understand applicable process technology, equipment, unit operations, and control technology to optimize operations.
• Participate in advanced troubleshooting and root-cause analysis to address unplanned events.
• Support daily activities and production requirements to meet goals safely and within budget.
• Monitor and report on daily production, shipping activities, and product quality, making adjustments as necessary.
• Serve as the Scale-Up Coordinator, assisting with plant recipe systems and new product development activities.
• Assist in resolving issues identified in audits and lead action plan implementation for process safety management.
• Lead or participate in Process Hazard Analyses, Management of Change, and Incident Investigations.
• Communicate technical information to plant personnel and technology centers.
• Initiate changes to plant operating procedures and ensure they are up-to-date.
• Apply skills in Statistical Process Control (SPC) to maximize asset utilization and product quality.
• Participate in project commissioning and startup activities.
• Assist in developing and maintaining operator interface graphics and control system programming codes.
• Provide training and support for plant tools and technology.
• Maintain detailed functional specifications for DCS programming.
• Participate in project commissioning and startup activities, including tuning control loops and validating alarms.
• Support manufacturing staff in training on process control code and functionality.
• Comply with HSEQ Policy and internal regulations, reporting hazards and incidents as necessary.
• Develop skills for professional growth in alignment with plant objectives.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Professional development opportunities
• Support for ongoing education and skill development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree