Sr. Project Engineer - Control Systems (59895)

Lsb Industries; Oklahoma City (OK); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

LSB Chemical L.L.C. is seeking an experienced automation professional to lead control systems design and integration across plant operations, focusing on reliability, safety, and performance improvements.

The role involves coordinating with operators, engineers, and contractors to deliver scalable PLC/DCS/SCADA solutions while ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety practices. Remote work flexibility is supported for a national footprint.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related discipline.
• 10+ years of direct experience in industrial automation, controls engineering, or systems integration.
• Proven track record of managing automation projects from design through site commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the planning, design, and execution of control system projects, managing multiple initiatives from feasibility through commissioning and handover.
• Lead engineering efforts to modernize aging control systems, upgrading PLCs, DCS, and instrumentation to newer technologies.
• Liaise with vendors and third‑party suppliers to source hardware/software; oversee external contractors during installation and commissioning phases.
• Collaborate with plant operators, electrical engineers, process engineers, and maintenance teams to tailor control systems to operational requirements.
• Provide technical training to plant operators and maintenance staff on operation, safety features, and troubleshooting of new control systems.

Skills

PLC programming

DCS/SCADA/HMI

Industrial automation

Process instrumentation

Cybersecurity in ICS

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Siemens

Rockwell/AB

Wonderware/AVEVA

Emerson

Job description

Overview

Job Details: Remote Employee – Oklahoma City, OK 73116.

LSB is committed to playing a leadership role in the production of low and no carbon products that build, feed and power the world. The LSB team is dedicated to building a culture of excellence in customer experiences as we deliver essential products across the agricultural and industrial end markets and, in the future, the energy markets. Join our team and help us develop innovative solutions that will improve the quality of life for current and future generations. Learn more about LSB at www.lsbindustries.com.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Execution

• Participate in the planning, design, and execution of control system projects, managing multiple initiatives simultaneously from initial feasibility through commissioning and handover.
• Lead engineering efforts to modernize aging control systems, upgrading PLCs, DCS, and instrumentation to newer, more efficient technologies.
• Liaise with vendors and third‑party suppliers to source hardware/software; oversee external contractors during installation and commissioning phases.
• Collaborate closely with plant operators, electrical engineers, process engineers, and maintenance teams to ensure control systems are perfectly tailored to operational requirements.

Control Systems Design & Programming

• Design and develop control system architectures and configure instrumentation (flow meters, pressure transmitters, temperature sensors) for new and existing processes.
• Develop, configure, and maintain PLC and DCS platforms. Write and optimize control logic utilizing Ladder Logic, Structured Text, and Function Block Diagrams.
• Ensure seamless integration of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems and HMIs to provide comprehensive plant process monitoring and control.
• Align diverse hardware, software, and field devices to ensure seamless compatibility across the plant's automation infrastructure.

Safety, Compliance & Risk Management

• Design and implement critical safety systems, including Emergency Shutdown Systems (ESD) in compliance with industry standards (e.g., IEC 61508, IEC 61511).
• Ensure all control systems meet environmental, OSHA, NFPA, ISO, and IEC regulations, with strict adherence to hazardous area classifications and safety protocols.
• Apply routine software updates, patches, and network best practices to secure industrial control systems against cybersecurity threats.

Training & Documentation

• Provide technical training to plant operators and maintenance staff on the operation, safety features, and basic troubleshooting of new control systems.
• Author and maintain up‑to‑date system manuals, control narratives, wiring diagrams, and engineering documentation.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline.
• 10+ years of direct experience in industrial automation, controls engineering, or systems integration (preferably within a process plant, manufacturing, or heavy industrial environment).
• Proven track record of managing and delivering automation projects from initial design/feasibility through to site commissioning.

Technical Expertise

• In-depth understanding of control systems (PLC, DCS, SCADA, HMI), process instrumentation, and automation workflows.
• Proficiency in industrial programming languages including Ladder Logic, Structured Text, and Function Block Diagrams.
• Demonstrated ability to manage timelines, scope, and engineering deliverables across multiple projects.
• Strong critical thinking skills for troubleshooting complex automation errors and performing root cause analyses.
• Thorough knowledge of process safety management, safety lifecycles, and hazardous area classifications.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for presenting system performance metrics to management and collaborating with site‑wide maintenance and operations staff.

Control Platforms & Software

• PLC, DCS, SCADA, and HMI architectures.
• AutoCAD for electrical/control drawings and major vendor software suites (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell/Allen‑Bradley, Wonderware/AVEVA, Emerson).
• Industrial communication protocols: Modbus, OPC, HART, Profibus, Ethernet/IP, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Certified Functional Safety Professional/Engineer (CFSP/CFSE).
• Experience with cybersecurity protocols for Industrial Control Systems (ICS) / Operational Technology (OT).

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

LSB Chemical L.L.C. is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti‑discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. LSB prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. LSB conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.