Process Control Engineer: Automation & Optimization

INEOS; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

INEOS Phenol in Mobile, AL, seeks a Process Control Engineer to ensure safe, reliable and efficient operation of the facility. You will design, optimise and maintain advanced automation, control and safety systems, using data analytics to drive continuous improvement and enhance plant performance.

Ideal candidates hold a BS in Engineering (5+ years) or an AAS with 10+ years in industry, with strong DCS/PLC, SIS and alarm-management experience, plus cross-functional collaboration across

Qualifications

• BS degree in Engineering or equivalent with applicable field experience.
• AAS Technical Degree with substantial industrial experience.
• Proven experience with automation strategy, safety systems, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and optimise DCS/PLC control and safety systems to improve reliability.
• Develop preventive maintenance and inspection plans for control systems.
• Analyze process data to identify opportunities for improvement and tune control loops.
• Coordinate with I&E and ops to maintain system integrity and safety.
• Provide training on automated systems to plant personnel.

Skills

Control theory (PID MPC SPC)

DCS/PLC/HMI systems

Emerson RS3/DeltaV

Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS)

PLC programming (Ladder ST)

Data analytics & interpretation

Modbus/Profibus/OPC Protocols

ISA/IEC standards knowledge

P&IDs and loop diagrams

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

AAS Technical Degree

Tools

Emerson RS3

Emerson DeltaV

Honeywell Experion

OSIsoft PI

SQL/Database interfaces

SAP interfaces

Job description

INEOS Phenol in Mobile, AL, seeks a Process Control Engineer to ensure safe, reliable and efficient operation of the facility. You will design, optimise and maintain advanced automation, control and safety systems, using data analytics to drive continuous improvement and enhance plant performance.

Ideal candidates hold a BS in Engineering (5+ years) or an AAS with 10+ years in industry, with strong DCS/PLC, SIS and alarm-management experience, plus cross-functional collaboration across