Process Control Engineer

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an innovative Process Control Engineer to enhance automation and control systems for chemical operations in Randburg. You will design, implement, and maintain advanced control systems using DCS and PLCs to boost safety, efficiency, and product quality.

The ideal candidate holds a BEng or BSc in Chemical, Electrical, or Electronic Engineering with 4+ years of process control experience, and proficiency in Honeywell Experion or Emerson DeltaV.

Qualifications

• B.Eng. or B.Sc. in Chemical, Electrical, or Electronic Engineering.
• 4+ years of experience in process control engineering, preferably in the chemical or petrochemical industry.
• Proficiency with major DCS platforms (e.g., Honeywell Experion, Emerson DeltaV) and PLC programming.
• Strong understanding of process dynamics, instrumentation, and control theory.
• Experience with simulation and modeling of control systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and commission advanced process control strategies (e.g., APC, PID tuning).
• Configure and maintain Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
• Develop and implement process automation solutions to improve efficiency, safety, and product quality.
• Troubleshoot control system issues and provide ongoing support to operations teams.
• Collaborate with process engineers to integrate new control strategies into existing operations.
• Develop P&IDs, control narratives, and documentation for automation projects.

Skills

Process control

DCS & PLC programming

Instrumentation & control theory

Process dynamics modeling

Education

BEng or BSc in Chemical, Electrical, or Electronic Engineering

Tools

Honeywell Experion

Emerson DeltaV

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative Process Control Engineer to enhance automation and control systems for their chemical operations in Randburg . This role is critical in ensuring optimal performance, safety, and efficiency of our production processes through advanced control strategies. You will design, implement, and maintain sophisticated control systems, working with Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs). The ideal candidate is adept at bridging the gap between process engineering and automation technology, contributing to a more responsive and reliable manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, program, and commission advanced process control strategies (e.g., APC, PID tuning).
• Configure and maintain Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
• Develop and implement process automation solutions to improve efficiency, safety, and product quality.
• Troubleshoot control system issues and provide ongoing support to operations teams.
• Collaborate with process engineers to integrate new control strategies into existing operations.
• Develop P&IDs, control narratives, and documentation for automation projects.

Requirements

• B.Eng. or B.Sc. in Chemical, Electrical, or Electronic Engineering.
• 4+ years of experience in process control engineering, preferably in the chemical or petrochemical industry.
• Proficiency with major DCS platforms (e.g., Honeywell Experion, Emerson DeltaV) and PLC programming.
• Strong understanding of process dynamics, instrumentation, and control theory.
• Experience with simulation and modeling of control systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on automation.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus potential.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications in automation.
• Exposure to cutting-edge control technologies in a dynamic setting.
• A collaborative team environment focused on technological advancement in Randburg .