Process Control Engineer

The Bergaila Companies; Westlake (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bergaila Companies is seeking a Process Control Engineer to support critical operations in Lake Charles, LA. You will influence unit performance through control systems expertise, focusing on safety, efficiency, and operational excellence in a high‑stakes petrochemical environment.

Qualified applicants bring 5+ years of petrochemical or refining experience, strong Foxboro IA and DeltaV skills, and hands‑on knowledge of batch and continuous controls, control tuning, and alarm management.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of process controls and operations experience in petrochemical or refining facilities.

Skills

Foxboro IA

DeltaV

Process controls

Control tuning

HAZOP/LOPA

SIS support

PLC familiarity

SAP & MS Office

Education

B.S. in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Process Control Engineer – Elevate Your Career in Petrochemical Excellence

Join a dynamic team at the forefront of process innovation as a Process Control Engineer supporting critical operations in Lake Charles, LA. This pivotal role offers an exciting opportunity to influence unit performance through expertise in control systems, ensuring safety, efficiency, and operational excellence in a high‑stakes environment. If you’re passionate about leveraging your control engineering skills to make a tangible impact, we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Bring To The Table

• Strong proficiency with Foxboro IA (Invensys) and Delta V control systems.
• Solid experience in process controls and operations engineering within petrochemical or refining facilities (minimum of 5 years).
• Hands‑on knowledge of control application, continuous controls, batch processes, and control network management.
• Expertise in developing, modifying, and tuning control strategies for optimal unit performance.
• Skilled in troubleshooting, process hazard analysis, LOPA studies, and safety instrumented systems support.
• Familiarity with PLCs such as Triconex, GE Fanuc, or Mark V/VII is a plus.
• Proficient with SAP, Microsoft Office, and internet tools for seamless communication and data management.

Nice To Have Skills

• Experience with advanced control strategies, multi-variable controllers, and control system FAT testing.
• Ability to lead alarm management review meetings and rationalize alarm settings to achieve KPI targets.
• Knowledge of PSM Management of Change procedures, PHA, and incident investigation processes.
• Control application experience in both continuous and batch processes.

Preferred Education And Experience

• B.S. in Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant process controls and operations experience in a petrochemical or refining setting.

Other Requirements

• Must be able to obtain and hold a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
• Willingness to work a Monday-Friday schedule, with potential for overtime or extra hours as needed.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and participate actively in safety and environmental initiatives.
• Regular presence on-site is essential to perform duties effectively.