DCS Coordinator

CF Industries; Donaldsonville (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CF Industries in Louisiana is seeking a DCS Specialist to maintain the Distributed Control Systems across the CF Louisiana Region. You will configure DCS, monitor performance, and ensure system reliability to support safe and efficient plant operations.

The role requires a high school diploma, TWIC, and hands-on experience with DCS/E&I. You will work with maintenance teams, prepare budgets, and may travel for outages or training, while following cyber security policies and safety rules.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• TWIC card must be valid.
• P3 level E&I proficiency or 4Q operator qualification, or related technical education.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic networking and cybersecurity understanding.

Responsibilities

• Configure DCS to enhance plant operation stability and efficiency.
• Monitor and tune DCS for peak performance.
• Troubleshoot DCS problems and manage life cycles.
• Coordinate maintenance with CF technicians and outside support.
• Assist in training, budgeting, and software upgrades.
• Adhere to safety and cybersecurity policies.

Skills

DCS/SCADA systems

Cyber security basics

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

TWIC card

E&I proficiency (P3) or 4Q operator qualification

Tools

DCS software

Job description

At CF Industries, our mission is to provide clean energy to feed and fuel the world sustainably. Our employees are focused on safe and reliable operations, environmental stewardship, and disciplined capital and corporate management. By joining CF, you will be part of a team that brings their varied experiences, wide-ranging knowledge and diverse talents together to deliver important work and you’ll be able to pursue complex, exciting opportunities that help you continue to grow and achieve your potential in different areas. You’ll take pride in working for a company that lives its values and where you can be yourself at work, as part of an authentic team that encourages you to share your views and opinions. Our eight manufacturing complexes in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, an unparalleled storage, transportation and distribution network in North America, and logistics capabilities enabling a global reach underpin our strategy to leverage our unique capabilities to accelerate the world’s transition to clean energy.

Function: Maintenance Job Summary: The DCS Specialist must manage and maintain CF Louisiana Region’s Distributed Control Systems (DCS).

The DCS Specialist must manage and maintain CF Louisiana Region’s Distributed Control Systems (DCS). Configure DCS as required to enhance plant operation stability, production, efficiency, and/or new instillations. Monitor and tune DCS for peak performance. Maintain software inventory and licensing documentation. Coordinate activities with other DCS Specialists as required. Prepare and implement training on new and existing systems. Prepare and submit budget requests to DCS Administrator Supervisor. Install software and upgrades.

Job Responsibilities

• Configure DCS as required to enhance plant operation stability, production, efficiency, and/or new installations.
• Monitor and tune DCS for peak performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve DCS problems.
• Manages equipment and software life cycles.
• Follows established Cyber Security policies and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
• Performs regular server patching and maintenance.
• Coordinate DCS maintenance with CF technicians or outside support.
• Assist in the acquisition and maintenance of all DCS and periphery.
• Candidates must follow all safety rules and keep work areas clean.
• The job will require work outside the normal schedule, call outs on nights, weekends and holidays as well as travel.

Internal Controls

Understands and complies with established departmental processes and procedures designed to support internal controls efforts. Identifies and brings to the attention of department management internal controls deficiencies.

Position Requirements

• Minimum H.S. diploma or equivalent.
• Maintain and possess a valid Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC).
• The ability to prove drug and alcohol free at random or for cause.
• Must have P3 level E & I proficiency or comparable with 3 years of experience, or possess 4Q operator qualification or comparable with 3 years of experience; or technical education in a field related to DCS.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are needed to develop working relationships with maintenance and operations personnel in a team environment.
• The job requires frequent standing, walking and climbing (ladders and stairs).
• Microsoft Office software knowledge.
• Basic understanding of networking and cyber security.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in this position.

FMLA

FMLA: https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlä .pdf

Employees in Canada can learn more about their rights by viewing the "Canadian Human Rights Act".

Employee Polygraph Protection Act https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/eppac.pdf

Notice Regarding Potential Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Recruitment Process

As part of our recruitment process, CF Industries may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence ("AI") and machine learning technologies, to assist recruiters in identifying and prioritizing candidates whose qualifications align with job-related criteria, including information provided during the application process such as resumes, work history, education, qualifications, and responses to application questions. These tools support but do not replace human decision-making, and all final employment decisions are made by our Talent Acquisition team and/or hiring managers exercising independent judgment. If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at CF Industries, need reasonable accommodation with the application process, or have questions about our use of AI, please call 847-405-2400 or contact us at [e-mail].

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We are a global leader in transforming natural gas into nitrogen. The chemical processes we use ensure we have the nitrogen we need to support life on earth - from fertilizer that feeds the crops that feed the world to products that remove harmful emissions from industrial activities.

We are always seeking bright, ethical and resourceful professionals that have achieved a high level of success in their respective fields.

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