Process Control Engineer

INEOS Belgium; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

INEOS Aromatics in Wando, SC, is seeking a Process Control Engineer to design and optimize DCS controls, support alarm management, and lead control-system projects. You will collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and Reliability to improve safety, reliability, and efficiency, while maintaining documentation and MOC processes.

The role requires a BS in a technical field, 3–5 years in manufacturing, and excellent English communication. On-site position with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• BS in a technical discipline (Chemical or Electrical Engineering).
• 3-5 years in manufacturing.
• Excellent communications in English.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize DCS control strategies.
• Identify opportunities to improve safety, reliability, and efficiency.
• Lead control system projects from concept to implementation.
• Support alarm management and reduce nuisance alarms.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and Reliability teams.
• Participate in MOC reviews and document changes.
• Maintain Operator Training Simulators with cross-functional teams.
• Maintain process control docs (P&IDs, loop sheets, procedures).
• Create startup/shutdown procedures for DCS operators.
• Support process safety activities (HAZOP, risk assessments).
• Provide technical support for Honeywell Experion PKS hardware/software.
• Deliver training on new control strategies.

Skills

Process control

DCS design

Alarm management

HMI development

Excellent English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Eng.

Tools

Honeywell Experion PKS

ISA standards

Job description

The Position:

The Process Control Engineer provides technical support for the design, implementation, monitoring, and maintenance of process control systems at the Ineos Cooper River site. The role provides guidance on instrumentation and control devices to maintain the plant in safe operating order. This role works closely with optimization engineering, project engineering, and operations to achieve the site’s regulatory, production, and efficiency goals.

What you will do:

• Design, implement, and optimize process control strategies within the Distributed Control System (DCS), including control loops, logic modifications, and HMI display enhancements.
• Identify and develop process and control system improvement opportunities that enhance safety, reliability, efficiency, and operational performance.
• Lead control system projects from concept development through implementation, including evaluating alternatives, defining benefits, and performing cost-benefit analyses.
• Support alarm management programs by maintaining the Alarm Response Manual, reducing alarm floods, and addressing nuisance alarms through alarm rationalization and optimization.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and Reliability teams to improve plant performance, asset reliability, and process safety.
• Participate in and support Management of Change (MOC) processes, ensuring proper review, documentation, training, and implementation of control system modifications.
• Maintain and improve Operator Training Simulators (OTS) in partnership with Global Technology and Operations teams.
• Develop, update, and maintain process control documentation, including P&IDs, loop sheets, operating procedures, control narratives, and design standards.
• Create and revise startup, shutdown, and normal operating procedures for DCS operators and process control systems.
• Participate in process safety activities, including HAZOP studies, safety reviews, and risk assessments related to control system changes.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for Honeywell Experion PKS DCS hardware, software, networking, and related control system infrastructure.
• Deliver training and guidance to operations personnel on new control strategies, system enhancements, and process control technologies.

What you will bring:

• BS degree in a technical discipline (preferably Chemical or Electrical Engineering)
• 3-5 years in manufacturing
• Must have excellent communications skills in English

Desirable Criteria / Qualifications

• Understanding of Honeywell Experion PKS distributed control system including design and implementation of control modules, and high-level troubleshooting of system issues.
• Knowledge of analyzers, programmable logic controllers, safety instrumented systems, instrumentation and control valves is a plus.
• Understanding of DCS alarm rationalization and industry standards (eg. ISA-18.2, EEMUA 191)
• Previous chemical plant, refinery or related industry experience (PTA experience is a plus)
• Familiarity with cybersecurity from a user perspective, particularly in an Operation Technology (OT) network.

Compensation

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge and skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. Compensation decisions are carefully made based on the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

We offer a competitive benefits package to support employees and their dependents, including:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Life and disability insurance.
A 401(k)-retirement plan with company contribution and matching.

At INEOS Aromatics, you'll work alongside colleagues to solve meaningful challenges, contribute new ideas, and make a real impact. We encourage employees to take initiative, share their expertise, and grow their careers across our manufacturing, technical, and business functions.

We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our business. Working as part of a global organization, you'll collaborate with colleagues across regions while contributing to a workplace where everyone is treated with respect and supported to succeed.

We look forward to learning more about you and sharing how you can build your career with INEOS Aromatics.

Job Details

• Location Wando, SC, United States