Senior Process Controls Engineer

Olin Chemicals; Lake Jackson (TX); On-site; USD 116,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Available

Job summary

Olin Chemicals in Lake Jackson, TX is seeking a Senior Process Controls Engineer to lead complex automation projects, including control system modernization, safety systems, and advanced process automation. You will partner with operations, engineering, MES, and external partners to implement standardized automation strategies and support North American sites.

The role requires 5+ years in chemical process automation and hands-on DeltaV DCS experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical or related Engineering.
• 5+ years of process automation experience in chemical manufacturing.
• 5+ years with Emerson DeltaV DCS including development and implementation of control strategies.
• Experience leading automation implementations, control system modernizations, small capital projects, or major project workstreams.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams, contractors, system integrators, and project stakeholders.
• Experience supporting project commissioning, startup, or system cutovers.
• Prior Olin experience preferred.
• Must possess a valid US driver's license and be able to obtain a TWIC.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end automation project execution, including planning, commissioning, startup, and risk management.
• Design and implement advanced process control (APC), DeltaV DCS, and Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) solutions.
• Migrate process control configuration from MOD 5 to DeltaV DCS, ensuring smooth on-site hardware cutovers and successful startups.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, MES, and external partners.
• Establish and maintain automation standards, best practices, and scalable solutions across manufacturing sites.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, troubleshooting, and site support for automation deployments across North America.

Skills

Process automation

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Troubleshooting

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

DeltaV DCS

SIS

Job description

Job Details

Title: Senior Process Controls Engineer

Location: Lake Jackson, TX

Salary: $116,000 - $150,000

Schedule: 9/80 schedule available

Relocation Available

About the role

The Senior Process Controls Engineer plays a critical role in supporting Olin's business objectives by leading complex automation projects, including control system modernization, safety systems, and advanced process automation solutions. The role partners with operations, engineering, MES, and external stakeholders to implement standardized automation strategies and support enterprise-wide automation initiatives.

What You'll Do

• Lead end-to-end automation project execution, including planning, commissioning, startup, and risk management.
• Design and implement advanced process control (APC), DeltaV DCS, and Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) solutions.
• Migrate process control configuration from MOD 5 to DeltaV DCS, ensuring smooth on-site hardware cutovers and successful startups.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, MES, and external partners.
• Establish and maintain automation standards, best practices, and scalable solutions across manufacturing sites.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, troubleshooting, and site support for automation deployments across North America.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree* in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical or related Engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of process automation experience in chemical manufacturing environments.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Emerson DeltaV DCS, including development and implementation of control strategies.
• Demonstrated experience leading automation implementations, control system modernizations, small capital projects, or major project workstreams.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams, contractors, system integrators, and project stakeholders.
• Experience supporting project commissioning, startup, or system cutovers.
• Prior Olin experience preferred.
• Must possess a valid US driver's license and be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).

All In With Olin

Olin is a global leader in chemical manufacturing and ammunition, with a legacy built on innovation, safety, and accountability. With over 7,000 employees worldwide, we invest in people who are ready to go All In for their careers, their teams, and their communities.

An All-In Investment in Your Future: At Olin, total rewards go beyond a paycheck. Our comprehensive benefits support your health, financial well-being, and long-term success. View a snapshot of our comprehensive benefits package.*Degree must be from a school that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Secretary of Education of the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent program from an international university.

Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.