DCS Engineer

Eastman Chemical Company; England; On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company seeks a DCS Engineer to enhance plant operations through expert engineering support and process optimization. This role involves managing Distributed Control Systems and Programmable Logic Controllers, ensuring safety and efficiency in chemical manufacturing. You will collaborate with diverse teams, implement advanced control strategies, and develop training programs to elevate operational competence. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to sustainability and safety, where your contributions will significantly impact the industry. If you have a passion for engineering and a desire to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in DCS required.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Chemical Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for DCS and PLC systems.
• Implement control strategies for process optimization.
• Design industrial communication systems.

Skills

DCS Engineering

PLC Programming

Process Optimization

Team Collaboration

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Emerson DeltaV

Rockwell PLC

Siemens PLC

Job description

DCS Engineer

Job Requisition ID:

54067

Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company's innovation-driven growth model takes advantage of world-class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables. As a globally inclusive company, Eastman employs approximately 14,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2024 revenue of approximately $9.4 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visitwww.eastman.com.

Responsibilities

As a DCS Engineer within the Engineering Services Department, you will play a critical role in providing engineering, platform, and process control support to our plant operations, maintenance, and project teams. Your focus will be on the management and optimization of our Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) at our Longview, Texas site, while also offering support to other locations as needed.

Responsibilities:

• DCS Engineering and Support
  
  
  
  • Deliver expert DCS engineering support in a chemical manufacturing environment
  
  
  • Conduct DCS configuration and checkout activities to facilitate capital project execution
  
  
  • Provide detailed DCS equipment specifications to support procurement and construction activities related to ongoing projects
  
  
  • Offer on-call DCS support for plant maintenance and operations, ensuring timely resolutions to issues that arise
  
  
  • Execute all responsibilities with a strong emphasis on safety in both work practices and design considerations
  
  
  
  

• Control Strategies and Process Optimization
  
  
  
  • Implement advanced control strategies aimed at optimizing process stability and output, including conducting loop analysis and tuning, developing feedforward control systems, automating startup and shutdown sequences, compensating for dead time and managing alarms
  
  
  • Coordinate software and hardware upgrades for production plants
  
  
  • Prioritize work assignments based on safety, environmental considerations, regulatory compliance and economic impact to Eastman
  
  
  
  

• Industrial Communication Systems
  
  
  
  • Design and support industrial communication systems, focusing on networking and system interconnectivity, with a primary emphasis on Modbus, alongside other communication protocols
  
  
  • Evaluate and test new products through Beta Testing, collaborating closely with vendors to ensure quality and performance
  
  
  
  

• Training, Collaboration and Continuous Improvement
  
  
  
  • Develop and deliver comprehensive training programs for engineers, technicians and operators to enhance operational competence
  
  
  • Collaborate with DCS team members on continuous improvement initiatives, focusing on enhancing DCS standards and processes
  
  
  • Stay updated on emerging control technologies and industry best practices by attending user symposiums, engaging with vendors, participating in training sessions and reviewing relevant literature
  
  
  • Foster teamwork and prioritize customer satisfaction in all interactions
  
  
  • Support the Management of Change process
  
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or Chemical Engineering required


• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience in Distributed Control Systems (DCS) required

What will make you stand out:

• Proficiency in programming languages such as ladder logic, Function Block Diagram (FBD) and/or Structured Text


• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols


• Experience in HMI development


• Experience with Emerson's DeltaV system


• PLC experience, preferably with Rockwell and/or Siemens systems


• SIS experience

To be successful in this role, you will need these skills:

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment with personnel from diverse backgrounds


• Ability to handle a large volume of important or urgent issues in a timely manner


• Ability to self-manage a demanding workload effectively


• Ability to represent the company's interests with outside groups, companies and agencies


• High level of initiative and ability to effectively collaborate


• Strong service orientation and customer focus


• Unwavering commitment to personnel and process safety


• Excellent written and oral communication skills


• Good team leadership skills


• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills


• Good judgment


• Strong planning and organizing skills

Eastman Chemical Company is an equal opportunity employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected classes as designated by law.

Eastman is committed to creating a highly engaged workforce, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.

Nearest Major Market: Longview



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