Specialist, Control Systems

LyondellBasell North America•Channelview, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

LyondellBasell is a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. With a nearly 70-year legacy that includes a Nobel Prize in Chemistry and our proprietary MoReTec recycling technology, LYB is enabling a more sustainable future for generations to come. LYB develops high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. LYB places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is Advancing Good with an emphasis on our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce. We're addressing the global challenges of ending plastic waste, taking climate action, and supporting a thriving society, while generating value for our customers, investors, and society. Come Join an Inclusive Team The Control System Specialist is responsible for ensuring the reliable operation and compliance of the Safety Instrumented System (SIS), Distributed Control System (DCS), and Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) infrastructures. These systems are critical for the continuous protection of personnel, the environment, and plant assets.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Typically a minimum of 6 years of industry experience in Control Systems support or Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) technician roles.
Working knowledge of safety instrumented systems (SIS), distributed control systems (DCS), programmable logic controllers (PLCs), and instrumentation.
Capable of performing routine maintenance and diagnostics on live SIS, DCS, and PLC systems across multiple process units, including work inside safety and control equipment enclosures.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in a related technical field (e.g., Instrumentation, Electrical Engineering Technology, or Process Control) is preferred.
10 years of industry experience in Control Systems Engineering (CSE), Operations, or Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E).
Hands-on experience with configuration and programming in Emerson DeltaV or Honeywell TPS/Experion control systems, including hardware and I/O setup.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams and interface effectively at all organizational levels.
Completion of industry-recognized SIS training (e.g., ISA 84, TÜV, INERIS, CFSE).
Familiarity with IEC 61511 / ISA 84 standards and site-specific safety instrumented system requirements (e.g., ES-413).

Responsibilities

Act as the primary technical liaison for Operations regarding control system performance and issues, coordinating with control engineers, specialists, and technologists to ensure timely resolution.
Provide advanced troubleshooting and diagnostics for SIS, DCS, and PLC systems, addressing hardware, software, and network-level faults to maintain system integrity.
Design, implement, and document logic and HMI configuration changes across SIS, DCS, and PLC platforms, ensuring strict adherence to the Management of Change (MOC) process.
Lead and support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), commissioning, and startup activities to validate control system functionality and compliance with design specifications.
Support capital and expense projects by reviewing control system scope, approving design packages, and ensuring alignment with project objectives, timelines, and budgets.
Develop and maintain long-range plans for control system reliability, including obsolescence mitigation strategies and system health assessments.
Execute preventive and corrective maintenance for SIS, DCS, and PLC hardware, including point assignments, diagnostics, and system testing to ensure optimal performance.
Deliver targeted training to Operations and Instrumentation personnel on control system operation, SIS HMI usage, and proof testing procedures.
Collaborate with SIS engineers on Safety Instrumented Function (SIF) design, validation, and lifecycle management.
Support or lead technical evaluations and author MOCs for control system modifications, ensuring timely closure of action items within Intelex.
Conduct or support Operational Excellence (OE) audits, process safety assessments, and safety observations, escalating HSE concerns as required.
Review, update, and approve control system procedures and preventive maintenance plans in alignment with site standards and reliability goals.
Ensure compliance with site policies and procedures, executing the CVO strategy with a GoalZero mindset.
Serve as a control systems technical resource for instrument technicians and operations personnel.

Benefits

Competitive total compensation package
Equitable and market-competitive base pay
Locally relevant incentives
Pay-for-performance culture
Workplace Flexibility: The Company’s Global Remote Work Policy allows eligible employees to request to work remotely up to two full days per standard work week at an approved location other than the designated worksite or office, such as at a home office with managerial approval.
Comprehensive Health, Welfare, Life and Retirement Programs
6% LYB match on 401(k) contribution
5% LYB cash balance pension plan accrual
Comprehensive Well-being Benefits: Programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social health, ensuring you receive the care you need, when you need it.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan: The LYB ESPP offers a 10% discount on LYB stock for eligible employees in Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, and US.
Educational Assistance Program: To encourage self-development by providing financial aid for approved educational activities voluntarily undertaken by employees.
Bravo Rewards Program: Recognizing outstanding employee contributions.
Robust Medical and Life Insurance Packages: Offering a variety of coverage options to meet individual needs.
Professional Development: Opportunities to learn and grow through training, mentoring, work experiences, community involvement, and team building activities.
Competitive Vacation Policies: Generous annual leave to support your work-life balance.
Global Adoption Policy: Support for employees expanding their families.
Matching Gifts Program: Enhance the impact of your charitable contributions to qualified organizations.