Senior Process Engineer

Rockwell Automation; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockwell Automation is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to support the development of Safety Instrumented Systems and optimize control methodologies. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience, including the ability to travel. The role offers opportunities to influence safety practices in manufacturing environments.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401k

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Schedule

Parental and Caregiver Leave

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; experience in petrochemical is a plus.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. required.
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Provide coaching and support for Safety Instrumented Systems.
• Optimize control methods and implement methodologies.
• Support troubleshooting and commissioning in an industrial environment.

Skills

Problem Solving

Knowledge of P&IDs

Control Methodology

Programming Languages

Control System Architecture

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

DCS

PLC

HMI

Cause and Effect Charts

Job description

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers—amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility—our people are energized problem solvers who take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.

We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. If that’s you, we would love to have you join us!

Job Description

The Senior Process Engineer will provide coaching and support in the definition and development of Safety Instrumented Systems and other Instrumented Protection Layers for new and existing facilities. This role will support the development of corporate and business guidelines in the implementation of SIS and IPL strategies. The engineer will perform audits and reviews, and approve process automation software, hardware, and plant operating discipline required for SIS implementations and modifications to ensure the viability of the SIS.

Your Responsibilities:

1. Optimize parameters and measurable outcomes while minimizing risks of hazards.
2. Demonstrate proficient knowledge of P&IDs and instrumentation/control equipment in an industrial environment.
3. Develop and instruct on control methods, including analog and discrete components, to develop sustainable control algorithms.
4. Implement control methodology in DCS, PLC or HMI platforms, understanding various programming languages.
5. Optimize design and implement knowledge of control system architecture including hardware, software, instrumentation, and networking equipment.
6. Understand analog advanced control and batch control, and lead implementation efforts.
7. Support loop checking, startup, troubleshooting, and commissioning in an industrial environment.
8. Understand control philosophy and write functional requirement specifications, including control loops, interlocks, and alarms.
9. Possess knowledge of 120 VAC control circuits, motor schematics, and electrical one-line diagrams.
10. Use Cause and Effect Charts and Functional Specifications to develop software for process automation control systems.

The Essentials - You Will Have:

1. Bachelor's degree.
2. Legal authorization to work in the U.S. (no sponsorship available).
3. Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.

The Preferred - You Might Also Have:

1. 5+ years of related experience.
2. Experience with ABB, Honeywell, Emerson, and/or Rockwell platforms.
3. Experience in the petrochemical industry.

What We Offer:

• Health Insurance including Medical, Dental, and Vision.
• 401k.
• Paid Time off.
• Parental and Caregiver Leave.
• Flexible Work Schedule.
• For more information on our benefits, visit www.raquickfind.com.

At Rockwell Automation, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right person for this or other roles.

This position is part of a job family; experience will determine the position level and compensation.

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