Senior Process Controls Engineer – APC/MPC Specialist

Energy Transfer; Mont Belvieu (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Transfer in the United States is seeking a Sr. Engineer in Advanced Process Controls to lead APC/MPC implementations for NGL fractionation plants and related terminals in Mont Belvieu, TX.

You will drive process engineering, controls upgrades, and optimization across multiple assets. The role demands 6–10 years in NGL process engineering, MPC experience, and strong DCS/PLC troubleshooting, with collaboration across Operations, Project Management, and Safety teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in an engineering discipline (preferably Chemical, Natural Gas, Electrical, or Mechanical).
• 6–10 years of process engineering experience in NGL facilities.
• Experience with Model Predictive Controllers (MPC).
• Experience developing and executing projects inside PSM facilities.
• Strong DCS and PLC control loop troubleshooting from a process perspective.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with process simulation programs (ProMax, HYSYS, or equivalent).
• Experience managing small capital projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead instrumentation and controls upgrades, including APC and MPC implementations.
• Provide process engineering and controls support for NGL fractionation plants, salt cavern storage, and terminals in Mont Belvieu, TX.
• Troubleshoot control loops to maximize production rates or energy efficiency.
• Analyze and improve existing processes with Operations and Engineering to improve profitability and compliance.
• Manage entire project life cycle for small to mid-size capital growth projects.
• Collaborate with Operations, Project Managers, Contractors, and Safety personnel.
• Support development and execution of optimization, debottlenecking, and growth projects with Business Development.
• Participate in Process Safety Management activities including PHA, MOC, and PSI stewardship.
• Develop and maintain facility process simulations and ensure adherence to standards and safety.

Skills

DCS troubleshooting

PLC troubleshooting

Verbal & written communication

Microsoft Office

Process simulation tools

Project management

Education

BS degree in engineering

Tools

ProMax

HYSYS

Job description

Energy Transfer in the United States is seeking a Sr. Engineer in Advanced Process Controls to lead APC/MPC implementations for NGL fractionation plants and related terminals in Mont Belvieu, TX.

You will drive process engineering, controls upgrades, and optimization across multiple assets. The role demands 6–10 years in NGL process engineering, MPC experience, and strong DCS/PLC troubleshooting, with collaboration across Operations, Project Management, and Safety teams.