Control Systems Specialist

GrafTech International; Port Lavaca (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

GrafTech International in Port Lavaca, Texas, is seeking a Control Systems Specialist to develop and maintain process controls and related systems for operational stability. The ideal candidate requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in process controls, particularly with Emerson DeltaV in a Petrochemical environment.

This role includes collaborating with project engineers, managing third-party support, and ensuring operational efficiency.

The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in process controls in a Petrochemical environment.
• Knowledge of process instrumentation and automation.
• Motivated self-starter with a hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain process controls and related software and hardware systems.
• Maintain and support Digital Control Systems for operational stability.
• Collaborate with engineers on process control philosophies.

Skills

Process controls

Emerson DeltaV

Process automation

Troubleshooting

Networking

Education

Associate's Degree in a related field

Bachelor of Science Degree in Controls Systems Engineering

Tools

DeltaV

PLC Logix500/5000

Emerson AMS Device Manager

OSIsoft PI

Job description

Seadrift Coke L.P. is a wholly owned subsidiary of GrafTech International. GrafTech International is the leader in the graphite industry focused on maximizing customers' bottom lines and providing unparalleled service, while developing cutting‑edge technology that sets the standard in the steel industry.

Control Systems Specialist

This position is responsible for developing and maintaining process controls and related software and hardware systems that will support the safety productivity and profitability of GTI.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and support all onsite Digital Control Systems that interface between operational staff and process equipment.
• Support and collaborate with operational Boardman and process engineering to ensure process control systems are current and effective and sustained for operational stability.
• Develop coding, programming, and configuration of the onsite DeltaV and Control Logics process control software.
• Maintain uncompromised backups and backup support of all process control software and coding to safeguard process and operations at all times.
• Be a subject matter expert to assist with process control deliverables for capital projects.
• Work closely with project engineers on process control philosophies and Management of Change (MOC) for new capital projects and interface with contracted 3rd party support functions for process programming of capital projects.
• Manage and direct 3rd party support functions for contracted process control programming.
• Identify, establish, and maintain all off‑site technical support functions for controls that is required to ensure operational stability.
• Maintain awareness of latest technology in industry and motivate to upgrade as needed, to improve equipment performance, reliability, and throughput.
• Write periodic reports or oral presentations on specific process control related issues.
• Ensure that HS&EP policies affecting process controls are followed.
• Provide required technical motivation to recommend and implement modifications to existing process control equipment.
• Participate and comply with facility and PSM change management process.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associate's Degree in a field supporting technology of process control and automation.
• Advanced DeltaV training at an Emerson recognized training facility.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in process controls with Emerson DeltaV preferably in a Petrochemical environment.
• Knowledge and experience in process instrumentation and process automation.
• Motivated self-starter, hands on approach, and detail oriented.
• Ability to function under stress in a high demanding environment.
• Motivated for continuous improvement of process control parameters.
• Able to successfully troubleshoot unforeseen problems related to DSC, PLC, and connectivity via networks.
• Able to successfully maintain effective relationships with internal and external customers.
• Available to assist process after hours on scheduled callout support via remote link.
• Executing Management of Change (MOC) process documentation.

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Controls Systems Engineering
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in Allen Bradley PLC Logix500/5000
• Emerson AMS Device Manager experience
• HART & Foundation Fieldbus (FF) Protocols experience
• OSIsoft PI experience
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and solve technical problems.
• Detailed oriented and demonstrate ability to methodically program and code process processors for integration and control.

Competencies

Core

• Customer focus
• HS&EP
• Drive for results
• Peer relationships
• Ethics and values

Function

• Functional/Technical Skills
• Time Management
• Planning

Position

• Creativity
• Decision Quality

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience.

GrafTech International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.