Process Control Engineer

Placements24; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Process Control Engineer to join our clients' team in Tembisa, SA. This role focuses on designing, implementing, and maintaining advanced process control systems to optimize plant operations, enhance safety, and improve product quality.

You will work with operations and engineering to troubleshoot issues, develop APC strategies, and ensure reliable control system performance across chemical plants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in process control engineering, preferably in the chemical sector.
• Proficiency with industry-standard control systems (Rockwell, Siemens, Honeywell).
• Strong knowledge of control theory, PID control, MPC, and SIS.
• Experience with programming languages relevant to control systems (Ladder Logic, C++).
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and commission APC strategies and systems.
• Develop and maintain control system logic for PLCs, DCS, and SCADA.
• Tune control loops to ensure stable, efficient plant operation.
• Troubleshoot control system issues and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with process engineers and operators to meet control needs.
• Perform regular audits and updates of control documentation and software.

Skills

Process control

PID control

MPC

SIS

Ladder Logic

C++

Rockwell

Siemens

Honeywell

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Rockwell Automation

Siemens SIMATIC

Honeywell

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Process Control Engineer to join their innovative team in Tembisa . You will be responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of advanced process control systems to optimize plant operations, enhance safety, and improve product quality. This role requires a deep understanding of control theory, automation technologies, and plant operations within the chemical industry. You will work closely with operations and engineering departments to troubleshoot issues and implement solutions that drive efficiency and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and commission advanced process control (APC) strategies and systems.
• Develop and maintain control system logic, including PLCs, DCS, and SCADA systems.
• Tune control loops to ensure stable and efficient plant operation, minimizing deviations and waste.
• Troubleshoot control system issues, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective actions.
• Collaborate with process engineers and operators to understand control needs and implement solutions.
• Perform regular audits and updates of control system documentation and software.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in process control engineering, preferably in the chemical sector.
• Proficiency with industry-standard control systems (e.g., Rockwell, Siemens, Honeywell).
• Strong knowledge of control theory, PID control, model predictive control (MPC), and safety instrumented systems (SIS).
• Experience with programming languages relevant to control systems (e.g., Ladder Logic, C++).
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively within a team.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Opportunity for professional development and advanced training.
• Retirement savings plan with company contributions.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and in-office collaboration.
• Annual performance bonuses and potential for career advancement.