Process Control Engineer - Chemicals

About the role

A large chemical and manufacturing organization is seeking a Process Control Engineer to support control systems, process automation, and operational reliability within a chemical manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for an engineer with hands-on distributed control systems experience who enjoys solving technical problems, supporting plant operations, and improving system performance. The position offers long-term growth, mentorship, and the opportunity to support highly visible manufacturing operations.

Job Description

• Develop, configure, and support distributed control system applications and related operator interfaces.
• Troubleshoot control system issues and implement solutions to improve reliability and performance.
• Support control system hardware, software, network components, workstations, and related infrastructure.
• Aid with system lifecycle planning, upgrades, patches, and maintenance activities.
• Support process safety activities, including change management, hazard reviews, and startup readiness.
• Develop and maintain control system documentation, drawings, procedures, and training materials.
• Support alarm management, system testing, preventive maintenance, and configuration verification.
• Partner with operations, maintenance, engineering, and IT teams to support plant-wide projects.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and continuous improvement.
• Provide technical support for instrumentation, automated equipment, and related plant systems.

Qualifications

• Experience with distributed control systems in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Process engineering or process controls experience within chemical manufacturing or a similar industrial setting.
• Experience configuring, troubleshooting, and maintaining control system applications.
• Strong understanding of plant operations, process safety, and manufacturing systems.
• Ability to prepare and maintain technical documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Emerson DeltaV hardware and software.
• Experience with batch logic or batch processing environments.
• Familiarity with industrial networking concepts and control system cybersecurity.
• Experience with process historians, CAD tools, SAP, or similar plant systems.
• Experience supporting instrumentation, automated valves, or related field equipment.

Perks

• Direct hire opportunity.
• Long-term growth opportunity within a stable manufacturing environment.
• Mentorship from experienced control systems leadership.
• Opportunity to support process improvement and plant reliability initiatives.
• Competitive compensation package.

Benefits

• This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Pay

CAD $100,000-$170,000 annually.

Schedule

Onsite