Process Control Leader - Relocation Provided, DCS/SIS Pro

southern recruiting solutions, inc.

Baton Rouge (LA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Southern Recruiting Solutions, Inc. seeks a Process Control Leader in Baton Rouge, LA. The role requires leading DCS/OPEX projects to meet safety, quality, cost, and schedule targets, while providing expert guidance on configurable control systems across I&E and Operations.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in engineering roles, strong leadership, and hands-on experience with DCS/PLC/SIS, with familiarity in process safety practices such as HAZOP and SIL. Relocation is provided.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
  • 10+ years' experience in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or Instrumentation/Control Systems Engineering (DCS) in Oil & Gas, Refining or Petrochemical.
  • 5+ years proven leadership experience.
  • Experience with DCS, PLC, and preferably SIS.
  • Strong understanding of process dynamics, control loops, and instrumentation.
  • Experience with process safety management and risk assessment methodologies (HAZOP, SIL, SIS).
  • Familiarity with ISA, IEC, OSHA, EPA standards.

Responsibilities

  • Manage DCS OPEX projects and modifications to meet safety, quality, cost and schedule targets.
  • Provide expert knowledge on configurable control systems.
  • Advise I&E and Operations on I&E systems.
  • Monitor process data to identify inefficiencies and implement control improvements.
  • Diagnose and resolve control system issues, providing technical support to operations and maintenance.
  • Ensure control systems meet safety and regulatory requirements (HAZOP, SIS reviews, risk assessments).
  • Collaborate to develop and implement process control improvements to boost plant performance and reduce downtime.
  • Oversee maintenance, upgrades, and expansion of control systems and ensure documentation is up to date.
  • Develop training materials and train operators/tech staff on control system operation.

Skills

Leadership
Process control
HAZOP experience
SIS familiarity

Education

B.S. Chemical Eng

Tools

DCS
PLC
SIS

Job description

Southern Recruiting Solutions, Inc. seeks a Process Control Leader in Baton Rouge, LA. The role requires leading DCS/OPEX projects to meet safety, quality, cost, and schedule targets, while providing expert guidance on configurable control systems across I&E and Operations.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in engineering roles, strong leadership, and hands-on experience with DCS/PLC/SIS, with familiarity in process safety practices such as HAZOP and SIL. Relocation is provided.

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