Process Controls Engineer (LaPorte, TX - hybrid)

Air Products; La Porte (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in chemical manufacturing seeks a Process Controls Engineer to provide engineering support for HyCO production facilities. This hybrid role involves collaboration with operating facilities and managing control systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in process automation, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to safety and reliability. Join us to contribute to sustainable energy solutions and enjoy competitive benefits from day one.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Backup care

Adoption assistance

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years in process automation and instrumentation engineering.
• 8+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor of Science in Process Technology.
• 12+ years of controls/instrumentation experience with an associate degree.

Responsibilities

• Provide process control systems engineering support for HyCO production facilities.
• Collaborate with operating facilities as the automation system expert.
• Manage long-term planning, programming, maintenance, and migration of control systems.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Process Technology

Associate degree/military training

Tools

Siemens PCS7

Job description

Process Controls Engineer (LaPorte, TX - hybrid)

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Overview

At Air Products, our purpose is to bring people together to reimagine what’s possible, collaborate, and innovate solutions to the world’s most significant energy and environmental sustainability challenges. Grow with us as we build tomorrow by being the safest, most diverse, and most profitable industrial gas company in the world.

Position: Process Controls Engineer (hybrid, LaPorte, TX)

This role is part of Air Products' Americas Operations Central Engineering - HyCO Process Controls team. Travel is mostly local within Houston, with occasional travel (~10%) to other North American locations. We offer flexible hybrid remote/on-site work arrangements.

Responsibilities

• Provide process control systems engineering support for HyCO production facilities in Houston.
• Collaborate with operating facilities as the automation system expert.
• Support control system troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and improvement projects related to DCS & SIS systems.
• Manage long-term planning, programming, maintenance, and migration of control systems.
• Address instrumentation and automation obsolescence issues.
• Implement changes to control logic, HMI, and databases; document these changes.
• Support and lead instrument troubleshooting with local I&E technicians.
• Contribute to asset optimization, plant reliability, cybersecurity, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Adhere to safety organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering with 5+ years in process automation and instrumentation engineering.
• Or a Bachelor of Science in Process Technology with 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Or an associate degree/military training with 12+ years of controls/instrumentation experience.

Additional requirements:

• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Legal eligibility to work in the US without sponsorship.

Desired Skills

• Hands-on experience with control systems (DCS/PLC), especially Siemens PCS7.
• Knowledge of field instrumentation, valves, transmitters, and measurement concepts (level, temperature, pressure, flow).
• Basic understanding of computer networks and cybersecurity in industrial control systems.
• Knowledge of Safety Instrumented Systems related to Mechanical Integrity.
• Self-motivated with strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to present complex issues clearly to diverse audiences.

Benefits

We foster a culture of inclusion, offering competitive pay and benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance (day 1)
• 401k with company match
• Paid vacation, holidays, sick leave
• Parental leave (up to 8 weeks)
• Backup care, adoption assistance, flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance, legal and identity protection, Employee Assistance Program, and more.

About Us

We are the world’s largest hydrogen producer with over 80 years of experience, committed to safe, sustainable energy solutions. We promote safety, diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. We accommodate individuals with disabilities; contact [e-mail] for assistance.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and IT
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing

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