Lead Process Automation and SCADA Architect

Torrey Holistics; Aragonite (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Generous PTO

Training opportunities

Job summary

Clean Harbors is seeking a Lead Process Automation and SCADA Architect for our Aragonite, Utah site. You will partner with the Controls Systems team to deliver operational readiness, manage the control environment, and implement logic changes to reduce trips and boost uptime.

You will design control strategies, build dashboards, perform root-cause analyses, and oversee hardware/software reliability across ABB DCS and AB/Rockwell PLCs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, chemical, or automation/Instrumentation engineering.
• 5+ years in industrial controls design/maintenance and safety-centric operations.
• Able to read P&IDs and develop PLC ladder logic; experience with DCS/PLC lifecycles.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture for process automation and SCADA at Aragonite site.
• Improve uptime and prevent trips via control strategy optimization.
• Develop KPIs, dashboards, and reports for system health visualization.
• Oversee DCS/PLC hardware and software reliability and backups.
• Coordinate with contractors and manage spares and procurement.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Control systems

P&ID reading

PLC ladder logic

DCS/SCADA lifecycles

Cybersecurity basics

Root cause analysis

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical, Chemical, or Automation/Instrumentation Engineering

Tools

ABB DCS

AB/Rockwell PLC

FactoryTalk

ControlLogix 5000

ABB 800xA

Wonderware

VMware

Job description

Lead Process Automation and SCADA ArchitectAre you the person others call when a DCS is misbehaving or a PLC network needs hardening? Do you thrive on preventing plant trips before they happen? If so, this role at our Aragonite site is for you.What you’ll tackleKeep safety first—comply with and champion safe work practices, policies, and processes.Partner with the Controls Systems team to deliver operational readiness for Aragonite.Proactively manage the controls production environment to avoid business-impacting incidents.Implement and document logic changes to minimize trips and increase uptime via the Clean Harbors MOC process.Guide operators and technical peers on control strategies and best practices.Design and implement process control algorithms; drive Basic Process Control and Process Optimization programs.Build out goals, KPIs, reports, and dashboards to visualize system health.Lead root-cause analysis and rapid resolution of performance issues.Refresh and evolve DCS platforms through continuous improvement projects.Administer and maintain historians (ABB, Wonderware), with Claroty on the roadmap; leverage Canary Historian where applicable.Oversee DCS/PLC hardware and software reliability (ABB DCS; Allen-Bradley/Rockwell PLCs).Ensure tested backups exist for all critical systems.Improve and secure the process control network; configure/install TCP/IP networks.Maintain network diagrams, P&IDs, and control system drawings.Direct contractors; manage work orders, parts procurement, and critical spares.Set up communications with remote PLCs and DCS nodes.Apply ISA, NIST, and CISA standards to advance PCN reliability and cybersecurity.Support scheduled on-call coverage outside normal hours; follow all compliant procedures.Your toolkitBachelor’s in Electrical, Chemical, or Automation/Instrumentation Engineering preferred.5+ years in control systems, including maintenance and design in industrial settings.Comfortable reading P&IDs and developing PLC ladder logic.Programming experience across DCS/PLC lifecycles—from concept through startup.ABB DCS and AB/Rockwell PLC experience; FactoryTalk, ControlLogix 5000, ABB 800xA Control Builder.SCADA and VMware; administering workstations, servers, switches, and networks.Analog loop tuning and troubleshooting (with or without specialized tools).Microsoft Office proficiency; self-starter who can work independently.Comfort with electrical installation, industrial electrical systems, conduit pulling/bending, and schematic reading.Hands-on with Wonderware, Rockwell, Allen-Bradley environments.Perks & benefitsHealth and Safety is our #1 priority, 365 days a year.Competitive pay and benefits package.Health benefits begin 30 days after full-time start.Generous PTO, company-paid training, and tuition reimbursement.Positive, safety-first work environment.Relocation assistance might be available.About Clean HarborsWe are North America’s leading provider of environmental, energy, and industrial services, serving Fortune 500 companies, smaller private entities, and federal, state, provincial, and local governments. Our Safety-Kleen subsidiary leads in used oil recycling/re-refining and services for small quantity generators. Headquartered in Norwell, Massachusetts, we operate throughout the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Puerto Rico. Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.Ready to apply?Join our team today! APPLY HERE FOR AN EXPEDITED EXPERIENCE: https://epyc.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CLH-us/job/ 156683/?utm_medium=Thirdparty&utm_source=AI_Sourcing_FactoryFixLearn more and apply at https://careers.cleanharbors.com/Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity in employer to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, pregnancy, familial status, disability status, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected under Federal, State or Local law.