Instrumentation & Control Systems Engineer

Job Summary: The Instrumentation & Control Systems Engineer will have a dual role that will design, program, and optimize complex Digital Control Systems (DCS) and Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) used onsite and ensure operational readiness and safe chemical manufacturing processes. In This Role, You will: Configure and program Honeywell Experion systems and Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) systems, including the software and hardware used to monitor continuous chemical manufacturing processes for multiple 24/7 PSM facilitiesImplement and test Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) and critical interlock matricesUse layers of protection analysis (LOPA) to evaluate the hazards, risks, and the layers of protection associated with the systems onsite to identify scenarios that present the greatest risk and how best to reduce risk for the organizationDiagnose and resolve system faults, hardware failures, and software bugs with a sense of urgency to maximize reliability of assetsOversee and maintain Honeywell Experion distributed control system (DCS) and safety information systems (SIS), mitigate risk, monitor and address DCS alarms, propose safe strategic solutions to resolve issues safely and efficientlyReduce process variability to improve product yield and optimize 24/7 chemical manufacturing processesTroubleshoot and diagnose hardware failures, software logic bugs, and drive process control and suitable software innovations in collaboration with instrumentation & electrical technicians and the operations team onsite. Evaluate efficiency and recommend suitable software solutions to automate manufacturing processes that drive plant performance and production improvementsDevelop and review Safety Requirements Specification (SRS) and perform hardware Safety Integrity Level (SIL) verification calculationsEnsure compliance with IEC 61511, industry standards and all safety regulationsDocument processes, prepare progress reports, maintain KPIs related to systems testing, support audit procedures, and provide necessary inputs for Functional Safety AssessmentsDocument failure rate data and work with management of change teams to update hardware verification calculations as neededComply with all environmental, health and safety related best practices, policies, and procedures, including process safety management (PSM). What We Require: Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, strong analytical and problem-solving skills to create and implement solutions as requiredExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to adapt methods in response to new information, changing conditions, and unexpected obstacles easily and with confidence. Must possess the ability to make decisions using discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters of significanceAbility to comprehend instructions and request clarification as necessaryMust be able to work independently and as a team member to proactively meet company goals, handle multiple assignments, and meet tight deadlinesProficiency in MS Office Suite, Statistical Process Control (SPC), project management software, and Teams. Bachelor’s degree in electrical, instrumentation or control systems engineering or related disciplineTen years of experience in DCS engineering and/or SIS engineer-related role with significant responsibility in chemical manufacturing facilities and the industryDemonstrated experience leading functional safety lifecycle activities onsite, SRS development, SIL verification, proof testing, MOC, and incident investigationsPrevious experience with hazardous chemicals in a process management safety (PSM) regulated facility and reading piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDS)Three or more years of DCS programming experience with strong proficiency in Honeywell Experion preferredCertified Functional Safety Professional (CFSP) or Certified Functional Safety Expert (CFSE) certification highly preferred At Arcanum Infrastructure, we offer: Competitive CompensationComprehensive Employee Health Benefit PlansHealth Savings Account ProgramFree, 24/7 Access to EAP Resources & SupportCompany Paid Paid Time Off (PTO)Company Paid HolidaysCompany Paid Short/Long Term Disability Insurance Coverage401k Retirement Plan with 5% Company MatchFlexible Work Schedule (for qualifying positions) Arcanum Infrastructure is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identitiy, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Powered by JazzHR DAt4eZ7UOB