Senior Advanced Process Control Engineer - Refining

Valero; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401(K) match

Pension Plan

Healthcare & Wellness programs

Onsite Daycare

Onsite Pharmacy

Fitness Center

Onsite cafeteria

Walking/biking paths

Job summary

Valero is seeking a Sr. Staff Advanced Process Control Engineer to implement and maintain APC applications across refinery units, interfacing with DCS systems. The role involves on-site work at Valero refineries, pretests, step tests, and operator training.

Requirements include a B.S. in Chemical Engineering and 15 years of APC experience in refining, with travel up to 30%. Master’s/PhD preferred. Salaried exempt position with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or similar required.
• 15 years of process control engineering experience in Refining with hands-on APC implementation.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize/maintain Aspen DMCplus for new/existing units, including pre-testing and sensor development.
• Manage multiple refinery projects with site and contract resources.
• Lead APC network meetings and share best practices.

Skills

APC implementation

DMCplus optimization

DCS interface knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering

Master's or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen DMCplus

DCS integration

Job description

Valero is seeking a Sr. Staff Advanced Process Control Engineer to implement and maintain APC applications across refinery units, interfacing with DCS systems. The role involves on-site work at Valero refineries, pretests, step tests, and operator training.

Requirements include a B.S. in Chemical Engineering and 15 years of APC experience in refining, with travel up to 30%. Master’s/PhD preferred. Salaried exempt position with competitive compensation.