Control Systems Engineer

Chevron Corporation; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,400,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Chevron ENGINE in Bengaluru invites a Process Control Engineer to join the Facilities Process Engineering team. Based in our Bengaluru office, you will provide technical support, analysis, and documentation for process control systems in renewable diesel assets to help ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations.

You will work with site Process Control Engineers, Operations, and Engineering teams across time zones, focusing on alarm management, controller performance, PID tuning, and

Qualifications

• 6 to 14 years of experience in process control or automation engineering in complex facilities.
• Hands-on with distributed control systems or PLC-based platforms.
• Experience with change management and documentation for control systems.
• Strong written communication and ability to work across time zones.

Responsibilities

• Alarm management support and KPI review.
• Controller performance monitoring and optimization.
• PID loop troubleshooting and tuning support.
• Control strategy reviews and documentation.
• MOC and change control support for process control.
• Documentation, knowledge management and continuous improvement.

Skills

Process control expertise

Cross-functional collaboration

Remote team coordination

Tools

Emerson DeltaV

DeltaV SIS

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Job description

Total Number of Openings 1 The Chevron Engineering and Innovation Excellence Center (ENGINE) in Bengaluru India brings together the resources and expertise of the Chevron global network with talent in India to enhance agility and technological innovation to optimize solutions for the world’s current and future energy challenges.

As one of the leading energy providers worldwide, Chevron is involved in the production of crude oil and natural gas, manufacturing of transportation fuels, lubricants, petrochemicals, and additives, and the development of enabling technologies.

Chevron's vision is to be the global energy company most admired for its people, partnerships, and performance.

With a clear purpose to develop affordable, reliable, ever-cleaner energy that enables human progress, we believe human ingenuity has the power to solve any challenge and overcome any obstacle.

Meeting the world’s growing energy needs requires the pursuit of innovations and advancements that deliver a better future for all.

About the position

Chevron ENGINE has an exciting opportunity for a Process Control Engineer to join the Facilities Process Engineering team. Reporting to the Process Engineering Manager, this role will be based in Chevron’s office in Bengaluru. The Process Control Engineer provides technical support, analysis, and documentation for process control systems in renewable diesel assets to help ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. The role supports site Process Control Engineers, Operations, and Engineering teams through alarm management, controller performance monitoring, PID loop troubleshooting, control strategy reviews, Management of Change (MOC) support, and process control improvement recommendations. Provide high-quality remote engineering support from the ENGINE office for site process control priorities. Help sustain safe and reliable operations by identifying control performance gaps, alarm issues, documentation needs, and improvement opportunities. Develop clear technical recommendations that support site-owned decisions and comply with applicable standards, procedures, and change control requirements. Improve consistency, follow-up, and documentation quality across assigned process control work activities. Chevron ENGINE supports global operations, and work hours are aligned to business needs. Standard working hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 1:30 PM to 10:30 PM, Monday to Friday. These may evolve based on operational or business requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Alarm management support: Assist with alarm rationalization, alarm KPI review, bad actor alarm identification, alarm documentation, operator response validation, and alarm lifecycle sustainment activities.
• Controller performance monitoring: Review controller utilization and identify control loops not operating in the highest practical mode. Recommend actions to improve controller effectiveness, stability, and operator interaction.
• PID loop troubleshooting and tuning support: Support troubleshooting of loop performance issues, review process data, identify potential tuning or configuration concerns, and document practical improvement recommendations.
• Control strategy reviews: Review and validate control narratives, cause-and-effect logic, interlock interactions, operating envelopes, controller configurations, and process control documentation.
• MOC and change control support: Support process control-related MOCs by preparing technical input, identifying affected documentation, defining test and validation needs, and supporting closure of assigned documentation updates.
• Control system modification support: Support control logic changes, configuration updates, testing, validation, and implementation planning under the direction of the appropriate site owner or approval authority.
• Documentation and knowledge management: Prepare clear redlines, technical notes, marked-up control documents, review comments, action trackers, and handover summaries to support site execution and future sustainment.
• Continuous improvement: Identify opportunities to improve alarm performance, controller utilization, control strategy robustness, process stability, operator effectiveness, and engineering work processes.

About you

We know our greatest resource is the ingenuity, creativity and innovation of our people. Applications from motivated, talented individuals with a keen interest in the energy industry are encouraged.

Required Qualifications

• 6 to 14 years of experience providing process control, control systems, or automation engineering support in renewable diesel, renewable fuels, petroleum refining, petrochemical, or other complex process manufacturing facilities.
• Hands-on experience with distributed control systems, safety systems, or PLC-based control platforms.
• Preferred platform experience includes Emerson DeltaV, DeltaV SIS, and Allen-Bradley PLCs.
• Working knowledge of MOC, change control, testing, validation, commissioning support, and documentation requirements for control system changes.
• Ability to interpret process data, process trends, control narratives, operating procedures, P&IDs, cause-and-effect logic, interlocks, alarm documentation, and control system configuration information.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to prepare concise, structured, and technically clear engineering deliverables.
• Ability to work with remote site teams across time zones while maintaining discipline around assumptions, decisions, risks, and follow-up actions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrates visible commitment to Operational Excellence, process safety, reliability, and disciplined execution.
• Encourages reporting and learning from incidents, near misses, unexpected operating events, alarm issues, and potential non-compliance concerns.
• Takes ownership of assigned work, communicates status clearly, and follows through on commitments.
• Uses data, engineering judgement, and structured problem solving to identify issues and recommend practical solutions.
• Works collaboratively with Operations, site Process Control Engineers, Automation, Instrumentation, Engineering, and ENGINE team members.
• Produces technically sound work that site teams can use with minimal rework.
• Maintains strong follow-through on assigned deliverables and action items.
• Improves the quality and consistency of alarm management, controller performance, control documentation, and MOC support activities.
• Builds trust with site stakeholders by being accurate, responsive, transparent, and disciplined with change control.
• Balances practical plant support with strong process safety and Operational Excellence expectations.

What we can offer you

Everything we do at Chevron is guided by our values and our commitment to The Chevron Way. Have the opportunity to take part in world‑leading energy projects, advance your professional development and expand your career within an inclusive and collaborative workplace. Join a workplace where innovation, collaboration and safety are at the core of how we work. Work in thoughtfully designed environments that support focus, well‑being, and innovation enhanced by digital tools that enable seamless collaboration. Grow through structured learning, mentorship, and opportunities to contribute to impactful projects that align with Chevron’s values and business priorities. Access comprehensive benefits that support your health, well-being, and work‑life balance. Engage with emerging technologies and digital solutions that are shaping the future of energy and enterprise.

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