Process Controls Engineer

DSJ Global; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industrial manufacturing site is seeking a Process Control Engineer. This role involves providing technical leadership and hands-on support for automation and control systems in a continuous production environment. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in industrial manufacturing and a Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline. Responsibilities include troubleshooting control systems, enhancing process reliability, and leading automation projects. Strong experience with PLCs and HMIs is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in industrial manufacturing or process-based environment.
• Hands-on experience with PLCs, HMIs, and control systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot in live operating environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for process control systems.
• Troubleshoot control system issues through data-driven analysis.
• Support production teams to enhance efficiency and uptime.

Skills

Troubleshooting control systems

Reading P&IDs and electrical drawings

Experience with industrial PLCs and HMIs

Hands-on experience with variable frequency drives

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline

Tools

Control system software

Industrial electrical systems

Job description

A well-established industrial manufacturing site is seeking a Process Control Engineer to provide technical leadership and hands‑on support for automation, instrumentation, and process control systems in a continuous 24/7 production environment.

In this role, you will design, maintain, troubleshoot, and improve control and safety systems supporting complex chemical or materials‑based manufacturing processes. You will work closely with operations, maintenance, and project teams to improve process reliability, safety, and efficiency.

This position is plant‑based and offers exposure to capital projects, system upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and day‑to‑day support for process control, electrical, and safety systems across plant operations
• Troubleshoot control system and instrumentation issues using data‑driven root cause analysis
• Support production and maintenance teams to improve uptime, yield, safety, and operating efficiency
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities related to automation and controls
• Lead automation and instrumentation portions of capital projects, including installation, commissioning, and startup
• Ensure projects meet functional requirements, budgets, and schedules
• Develop scopes of work and cost estimates; support contractor selection and manage contractors through project completion
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines on multi‑discipline mechanical, electrical, and process projects
• Maintain and improve control system documentation, drawings, and standards
• Support adherence to plant safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline (electrical, chemical, automation, or similar)
• Minimum 5 years of experience in an industrial manufacturing or process‑based environment
• Hands‑on experience with:
• Industrial PLCs, HMIs, and distributed control systems
• Variable frequency drives and industrial electrical systems
• Strong ability to read, interpret, and modify P&IDs, control narratives, and electrical drawings
• Proven troubleshooting skills in live operating environments

Preferred Experience

• Experience supporting chemical, materials, or batch/continuous manufacturing processes
• Exposure to control system migrations or modernization efforts
• Experience managing outside contractors and system integrators
• Familiarity with project execution in regulated industrial environments