Lead Process Controls Engineer

Si-Group-7; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

SI Group is seeking a Lead Process Controls Engineer in Morgantown, WV to collaborate with Production and Process Improvement Engineers on automation projects across the facility, covering programming, hardware and software specs, startup and operations support.

You will implement process control strategies for batch and continuous manufacturing, maintain automation networks, participate in MOC/PHA processes, and drive Lean/Six Sigma initiatives while tracking KPIs and delivering technical

Qualifications

• BS Chemical or Electrical Engineering is required.
• Minimum of 10 years of process industry equipment knowledge and experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensures EHS compliance and continuous improvement in EHS performance.
• Leads and coordinates implementation/modification of automation/monitoring systems on multiple platforms (DeltaV, Foxboro IA, Historian, PLCs).
• Develops training for operations personnel on automation systems and process control strategies.
• Track and report monthly KPIs and prepare technical progress reports.

Skills

Automation systems

Process controls

Troubleshooting

Safety standards

Education

BS in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Emerson DeltaV

Foxboro IA

Enterprise Historian (Aspen or PI)

PLC Rockwell

Job description

As the Lead Process Controls Engineer, reporting to the Director - Automation & Controls, you will work with Production and Process Improvement Engineers to implement and support automation systems throughout the facility. In this role, you will understand the plant processes and equipment, and apply the appropriate automation systems to those processes, including programming, hardware and software specifications, and start-up and operations support.

How You Will Make an Impact:

Process Controls Engineer Functional Role

• Ensures EHS compliance and continuous improvement in EHS performance
• Leads and coordinates implementation/modification of automation/monitoring systems on multiple platforms: Emerson DeltaV, Foxboro IA, Enterprise Historian (Aspen or PI) and PLCs (Rockwell)
• Implements process control strategies to batch and continuous manufacturing equipment
• Work with process control engineers fromAffiliate manufacturing sites to develop & maintain set standards & conventions for best in practice plant automation & process control
• Provides technical support to affiliate manufacturing operations and all its personnel
• Develops training for operations personnel on automation systems and process control strategies
• Identifies automation project needs and assist with development of the capital budgets
• Supports site automation systems including activities such as troubleshooting, programming, preventative maintenance, back-ups, systems integration, and future planning
• Participates in Management of Change (MOC),Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) processes that are related to process control
• Proposes solutions to address the IT/OT convergence and issue resolution concerning (i.e. cybersecurity, operating system updates, life cycle management)
• Maintain site automation hardware & process control networks to support the operations of the Morgantown, WV and Newport, TN manufacturing site safely & securely through implementing a life cycle plan for the site’s automation infrastructure.
• Provides technical support for new equipment/process start-ups and operation
• Participates in the production Tier meetings
• Track and report monthly metrics (Key Performance Indicators, KPI’s) as well as prepare technical progress reports on active projects and initiatives
• Satisfy all Corporate Quality Requirements and ISO9001 Quality Management System
• Practice Responsible Care 14001 through active participation in the Responsible Care Management System and adhere to the Guiding Principles of Responsible Care 14001

Drive a Culture of Continuous Improvement

• Partners to drive LEAN/Six Sigma, continuous improvement of processes and operations for increased productivity and efficiency (Operational Excellence)
• Actively participates in a culture of continuous improvement through collaborative engagement and by providing suggestions in meetings and trainings to improves processes and systems
• Ensures work is accomplished through defined, measured, and continuously improved work processes; proactively identifies and leverages best practices developed across SI
• Work with Production, Quality, Global Process Engineering, R&D, Pilot Plant, Sales to identify implement improved process control strategies to batch and continuous manufacturing equipment.
• Improve processes (reduce cycle, increase batch yields, increase bath quality, decrease manufacturing costs, etc.).
• Implement continual improvements to increase production equipment reliability as well as create efficiency and sustainability in the process.

Creating Extraordinary Starts With:

• BS Chemical or Electrical Engineering; or other applicable degree
• Minimum of 10 years process industry equipment knowledge and experience, preferably in a chemical manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of automation standards for process safety, alarm management, batch management, & cybersecurity for industrial control systems.
• Experience with Distributive Control Systems (Foxboro IA, Emerson Delta V), Enterprise Historian (Aspen or Pi) and PLCs (Rockwell)
• Strong Troubleshooting Skills

What We Value:

We strive for all employees to nurture physical, mental and emotional health both personally and professionally. Our commitment to health and wellness centers around prevention, early detection and embracing a healthy lifestyle. Some offerings may vary by role or region, but may include:

• Physical Health benefits including competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision packages, company contribution to Health Savings Account, cash incentive for Annual Physical and reimbursement
• Financial Wellness opportunities including company paid life insurance and disability plans, 401(k) Retirement Plan with generous company match, and certified Financial Planning & Investment services

Mental Health benefits

including generous Paid Time Off and 10 Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Bonding Leave, and much more!

About Us

Essential Solutions with Extraordinary Results

SI Group is a global leader in the innovative technology of performance additives, process solutions, active pharmaceutical ingredients, and chemical intermediates. Our solutions are essential to many diverse industries and applications, creating extraordinary results. We drive value by enhancing the quality, performance, and durability of countless items we use every day.

We are on a journey to captivate our customers at every level. Whether that means expanding our capabilities, global reach, or providing new innovations and technologies that create value. Our approach is customized to exceed customer needs and deliver superior performance.

Job Info

• Job Identification 1514
• Posting Date 09/14/2026, 09:07 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 1790 Hughes Landing Blvd, The Woodlands, TX, 77380, US