SR PROCESS CONTROL SPECIALIST

Moses Lake Industries; Moses Lake (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) with employer match

Company-paid benefits including long‑`

Relocation assistance

Training and development resources

Job summary

Moses Lake Industries, Inc. offers a Senior Process Control Engineer role at Moses Lake, WA. The technician will work on DCS/PLC control logic, design packages, and mentor technicians in a growing chemical production environment.

You will ensure safety, compliance with ISO and stay current with automation technologies while collaborating with engineering and operations teams to optimize plant processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering or relevant field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Process Control and Systems Engineering in chemical environments.
• Strong knowledge of SPC, DOE, RCA, and variable process control.
• Reading blueprints and PID drawings and applying safety practices.
• Ability to follow English instructions and work to deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Program, configure, document, and troubleshoot DCS and PLC control logic.
• Develop process control design packages following engineering guidelines.
• Create/update control system documentation like interlock matrices and I/O mapping.
• Mentor entry-level Process Control Technicians.
• Provide technical leadership to maintain automation standards and systems.
• Support engineering teams with technical guidance and problem solving.
• Stay current with automation hardware/software, process controls, and networking.
• Analyze existing DCS/PLC configurations and recommend improvements.

Skills

DCS/PLC programming

Process control optimization

Root cause analysis

DOE / SPC knowledge

MS Office

Reading PID drawings

Teamwork / independent work

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering / Control Systems

Tools

Modbus

Ethernet

Job description

Job Details – Level: Senior, Job Location: MOSES LAKE, WA 98837, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 2 Year Degree, Salary Range: $80,000.00 - $118,000.00, SalaryTravel Percentage: Up to 25%, We value: Safety, Integrity, Ownership, Collaboration, Service, Sustainability

Moses Lake Industries, Inc. (MLI) is a rapidly growing producer of ultra-pure chemical products, serving the semiconductor and flat-panel screen industries worldwide. We deliver world class products to the leaders of the industries we serve.

You will be working for a midsized company with great people and a history of steady growth and profitability. Sound like a match? If you are prepared to work in an exciting and rewarding environment, we look forward to considering your experience and qualifications.

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, Onsite, Moses Lake, WA

WHAT YOU WILL BE WORKING ON

• The technician is responsible for various work assignments that involve Distributed Control System and Programmable Logic Controller control logic programming, configuration, documentation, and troubleshooting, as well as DCS and PLC hardware troubleshooting, testing, and maintenance.
• Generation of process controls design packages following MLI Engineering Project Guidelines and industry best practices.
• Create and update control system documentation such as cause and effect interlock matrices, I/O mapping, and control narratives.
• Play a key role in training/mentoring entry level Process Control Technicians.
• Provide technical leadership in maintaining automation standards, software, and hardware infrastructure, and system optimization for plant process control systems and control schemes.
• Provide technical assistance to Engineering team members or other department team members.
• Stay current with the latest automation hardware and software technologies, process controls, process simulation, and networking.
• Understand/analyze existing DCS configuration and PLC control logic, recommend solutions, and complete projects to address identified issues.
• Well versed in understanding and troubleshooting Process Controls communication media and protocols including Modbus and Ethernet.
• Monitor and address control system issues for DCSs, PLCs, Variable Frequency Drives, and related devices.
• Responsible for hands-on fixes, including installations and upgrades.
• Identify problematic areas and inform internal customers of possible solutions.
• Provide commissioning and start-up support for new or existing control systems.
• Uphold all MLI policies and “MLI Code of Conduct.”
• Strict compliance with Environmental and Safety regulations.
• Compliance and individual accountability with the MLI Quality System and ISO Registration is required. It is the employee’s commitment to ensure that the Company’s actual practices and procedures are exercised as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support and sustain a high performing team.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering or relevant field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ of previous experience in Process Control and Systems Engineering experience in a chemical work environment or relevant field.
• Thorough knowledge of Statistics, Statistical Process Control (SPC), Design of Experiments (DOE), Root Cause Analysis, and Variable Process Control.
• Working knowledge of computers and MS Office software.
• Working knowledge of arithmetic and grammar.
• Read and understand repair manuals and drawings.
• Apply proper safety practices and follow procedures while performing maintenance tasks.
• Read blueprints and PID drawings.
• Review and analyze data with a focus on process optimization.
• Follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously in order to meet established deadlines.
• Work as a team and/or independently.
• Perform tasks with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

SALARY & BENEFITS

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $80K-$118K

• Generous PTO: Your off time is important.
• Medical/Dental/Vision: Majority of premiums paid by MLI. Includes virtual medical and mental health options.
• Additional Health Coverage: FSA and HSA available. Voluntary insurance options include life and AD&D, accident, hospitalization, and critical illness.
• Earn More: We offer a generous discretionary bonus program in addition to salary/wage.
• 401(k) Savings Plan: Jump start your retirement with MLI’s employer matching contributions.
• Company-Paid Benefits: Long-Term Disability Insurance, EAP, Fitness Club Membership Program, & Education Assistance Program. Relocation Assistance available.
• Additional Benefits: We provide position-based clothing, travel expenses, training and additional materials needed on a case-by-case basis.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Duties are generally performed indoors in an office and high purity manufacturing environment. The noise level in the manufacturing work environment is occasionally loud. Employees will work in a covered Process Safety Management (PSM) environment containing threshold quantities of flammable liquids and/or gasses that have a potential for fire or explosion. Employees working in this environment are required to be free from devices that are not considered intrinsically safe. Examples of devices that may not be intrinsically safe include Insulin Pumps, Pacemakers, Pain Management devices, etc. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Moses Lake Industries is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.