Process Control Systems Engineer - DCS/PLC, Durban
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Placements24 in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, seeks a Process Control Systems Engineer to design, implement, and maintain advanced control strategies for chemical plants. You will configure DCS/PLC systems (DeltaV, Experion; Rockwell, Siemens), develop documentation, and collaborate with process engineers to optimize performance, safety, and energy efficiency.
The role requires a chemical or electrical engineering degree and 4+ years of experience in process control within an industrial setting, with
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and implement advanced process control strategies for chemical plants.
- Configure, program, and troubleshoot Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC).
- Develop and maintain control system documentation, including P&IDs, control narratives, and loop diagrams.
- Work closely with process engineers and operators to identify control system requirements and implement solutions.
- Perform root cause analysis for process upsets related to control system failures or performance issues.
- Optimize control loops to improve process stability, product quality, and energy efficiency.
- Develop and implement alarm management strategies to enhance operator awareness and response.
- Provide technical support for control system hardware and software upgrades.
- Ensure control systems comply with all relevant safety and regulatory standards.
- Stay updated on the latest advancements in process control technology and automation.
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Job description
Placements24 in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, seeks a Process Control Systems Engineer to design, implement, and maintain advanced control strategies for chemical plants. You will configure DCS/PLC systems (DeltaV, Experion; Rockwell, Siemens), develop documentation, and collaborate with process engineers to optimize performance, safety, and energy efficiency.
The role requires a chemical or electrical engineering degree and 4+ years of experience in process control within an industrial setting, with
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