Process Control Engineer

Indorama Ventures; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

WellHub / TotalPass

Exclusive benefits

Job summary

Indorama Ventures is seeking a Process Control Engineer in Lake Charles, LA to support unit operations by maintaining and enhancing process control applications and assets. You will develop control strategies, monitor units for production and energy goals, and provide technical support for PLCs, automation systems, and safety instrumented systems.

The role requires a B.S. in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering and at least 5 years of relevant experience in a petrochemical or refining

Qualifications

• B.S. Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field.
• Minimum of 5 years of process/process controls/operations engineering experience in a petrochemical or refining facility.
• Experience with DCS systems such as Foxboro IA (Invensys) or Emerson DeltaV preferred.
• Experience with PLCs (Triconex or GE Fanuc / Mark V, VII preferred).
• Proficiency with SAP, Internet, Email and Microsoft Office programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement control strategies for new projects or products.
• Monitor unit operation to meet production, quality and energy targets.
• Support design, installation and maintenance of PLCs, automation systems and SIFs.
• Lead MOC, PHA and incident investigations for assigned units.
• Train operators on control strategies and changes.

Skills

Process controls

Alarm management

HMI/Graphics

DCS systems

PLC experience

Education

B.S. Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Foxboro IA (Invensys)

Emerson DeltaV

Triconex

GE Fanuc/Mark V

Job description

Lake Charles, LA

Full time

JR101348

Have you ever thought about being part of a company that reimagines chemistry every day to build a better world?

That’s the purpose of Indorama Ventures, and we want you with us on this journey!

We are looking for innovative, collaborative professionals who are ready to embrace the challenge of working in a company that is constantly expanding internationally.

We value flexibility, partnership, and believe that the impact of our actions goes far beyond the chemical industry.

Here, diversity matters.

Our work environment is inclusive, diverse, and guided by respect, ethics, and equal opportunities for all.

What we’re looking for:

The Process Control Engineer supports unit operations by maintaining and enhancing process control applications and assets. Provides expertise to support the safe, environmentally sound, and efficient operation of the processing units.

• Responsible for development of new control strategies as needed for new projects or products made in assigned units
• Monitor operation of assigned units and assist process engineering to meet target production, quality, and energy goals
• Provide technical support to the design, installation and maintenance of PLCs, automation systems and Safety Instrumented Systems
• Facilitate PSM Management of Change for covered changes to process controls and participate in PHA and IPL studies and incident investigations for assigned units
• Relieve other process control engineers for vacation or other absences
• Facilitate compliance with alarm system management policies and standards, for assigned process units. This may include leadership of the operational review meetings, and activities to rationalize alarm settings and priorities to meet KPI targets
• Develop graphics and train operators on process control strategies and changes.
• Work with project engineers on projects and participate in offsite control related FAT as required
• Ensure that the activities are carried out to comply with the integrated management system, as applicable (safety, food safety, GMP, health, environmental, quality and responsible care requirements).
• Essential functions require presence in the workplace on a regular basis and an ability to work extra hours if needed. If applicable, ability to work overtime may be needed to ensure required staffing capacity to meet daily production objectives.
• Work collaboratively with team members with different backgrounds and perspectives.
• Assists other employees in accomplishments of Indorama company goals. Follows instructions and performs other duties as may be assigned by supervisor.
• Participates in Environmental, Health, & Safety initiatives as set forth by the company. Participates in and completes company required training programs.
• Must have a level of proficiency with SAP, Internet, Email and Microsoft Office programs.
• Experience with DCS systems such as Foxboro IA (Invensys) or Emerson Delta V preferred.
• Experience with PLCs (Triconex or GE Fanuc / Mark V, VII preferred).
• Process Hazard Analysis and LOPA studies.
• Control network management preferred.
• Control application experience, continuous controls, batch experience strongly preferred.
• Able to identify needs and opportunities and work independently to achieve goals, prioritization.
• B.S. Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field; AND
• Minimum of 5 years of process/process controls/operations engineering experience in a petrochemical or refining facility required.

What do we offer?

A competitive compensation package, including:

Health insurance

WellHub / TotalPass

Life insurance

And other exclusive benefits

The division you’ll be joining is a global leader in the chemical industry. We offer a broad portfolio of solutions and high delivery standards to markets such as Crop Solutions, Home and Personal Care, Coatings, Energy & Resources, and Performance Products.

Here, you can make a difference.

Join us!

Indovinya is the global specialty chemical and surfactants division of Indorama Ventures, dedicated to delivering high value‑added and sustainable solutions that help industries move forward responsibly. With operations across 10 countries, 15 manufacturing locations, and 7 R&D centers worldwide, Indovinya combines deep scientific expertise with strong application know‑how to support customers across a broad range of markets.

As a leading producer of nonionic surfactants and ethylene oxide in the Americas and one of the largest ethoxylation companies globally, Indovinya serves key industries including Personal Care, Home Care, Crop Solutions, Coatings & Performance Solutions and Energy & Resources. Through close collaboration and tailored innovation, the company develops high‑performing solutions designed to meet evolving market needs.

Guided by the belief that chemistry can transform the world, Indovinya advances responsible progress by creating solutions that enhance everyday products, enable cleaner energy, improve agricultural efficiency, and promote safer and more sustainable manufacturing practices.