Senior Plant Process Control Engineer

LanzaJet•Soperton, GA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Plant Process Control Engineer to join our team in the first of its kind renewable SAF production plant. This position plays a critical role in developing, implementing, and optimizing process control strategies to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in process control systems, process safety, and plant operations, with demonstrated leadership in managing automation projects and mentoring others.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or other applicable technical degrees
5+ years of industrial experience as a control engineer in chemical, petroleum refining/petrochemical, or other closely related industry
Proficiency with Allen Bradley platforms and FactoryTalk software suite
Strong understanding of process safety, control system lifecycle management, and project execution
Demonstrated ability to lead investigations, implement improvements, and communicate technical information effectively (written and verbal).
Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now and in the future
This position is open to candidates authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer.
Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills including proficiency with both written and verbal technical communication
Ability to work in a cross-functional, agile work environment
Able to support a 24x7 chemical processing plant through design, construction, commissioning, and startup
Experience in operation and troubleshooting instrumentation and control systems.
Demonstrated experience with DCS and/or PLC systems
Familiarity with control loop tuning, data historians, and interface with PLCs

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with PlantPAx architectures, advanced process control (APC), and cybersecurity best practices is preferred
Hands-on experience with VFDs, network infrastructure, and instrument calibration preferred
Background in control system obsolescence management and automation reliability strategies preferred

Responsibilities

Execute best-in-class safety, process safety, and environmental performance in the design, construction, startup, and continued operation of our facility.
Develop into the process controls subject matter expert (SME) for the FPF team.
Provide engineering expertise for optimization and troubleshooting issues for all processes including catalytic reactions, distillation, heat transfer, purification, etc.
Develop, configure, and optimize process control strategies (simple and complex loops), and author control narratives aligned with operational and safety standards.
Promote process safety management (PSM) by leading Management of Change (MOC) activities, Root Cause Analyses (RCA), and continuous improvement initiatives
Manage and maintain control system hardware, firmware, and backups; ensure adequate strategic spare parts inventory for reliability
Plan, execute, and participate in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), commissioning, and start-ups of new or modified process units
Troubleshoot and optimize process performance, control loops, and instrumentation across plant operations
Work with Allen Bradley ControlLogix, FactoryTalk View ME/SE, AssetCentre, and PlantPAx systems; program using Functional Blocks, Ladder Logic, and Structured Text
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (operations, maintenance, process, electrical, contractors) to deliver high-quality automation solutions on time and within budget
Apply fundamental process knowledge—including reaction chemistry, distillation, heat transfer, and separation processes—to design effective control strategies
Perform instrument sizing and selection, and review P&IDs, PFDs, and electrical drawings for design accuracy and troubleshooting
Provide mentoring and coaching to operators and junior engineers to enhance control system understanding and operational performance