DCS Engineer
DCS Engineer
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22-04-2025
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22-04-2025
Job Description
WHO WE ARE
We are a leading supplier of methacrylate chemistry. As a global company with around 2900 employees we are represented on four continents. We serve a global market with our MERACRYL methacrylates and PMMA molding compounds under the PLEXIGLAS brand (in the Americas registered under the trademark ACRYLITE) which we manufacture in our worldwide production network. Our products supply growth markets including the automotive construction and medical technology industries.
Rhm is committed to operating with social responsibility and sustainability forms an integral part of our business strategy. We view our employees as our strength and we value diversity and inclusion. If you thrive in an environment where individual contributions are both visible and recognized Rhm may be right for you.
WHAT THE ROLE DELIVERS
The Process Controls Engineer will be responsible for identifying prioritizing and executing and supporting the DCS (Distributed Control System). Identify and implement Distributed Control System (DCS) improvements in operator displays alarm strategies and control strategies. Share responsibilities as DCS and enterprise historian administrator. Maintain and install DCS/SIS software and hardware. This role will interact significantly with Operations Maintenance Turnaround Coordination Project Engineering and ESH. Additionally developing and using best practices train site operators utilizing the Roehm Bay City Siemens PCS7 DCS and optimization applications. This position will be located at the Roehm Bay City Texas MMA manufacturing facility.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
WHAT WE ARE SEEKING
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive compensation and a benefits package that youd expect from a global company: competitively priced medical dental and vision; 401k with company match; separate company funded retirement account equal to 6 of your pay; life and disability insurance; a strong paid time off plan; and a range of elective insurances at group rates to cover some of lifes curveballs.... and much more. You can find an overview of our benefits on our careers page.
YOUR APPLICATION
Sounds interesting Learn more about us and apply here: Realize your dreams at Rhm!
If you have any questions regarding your application or the application process please contact Tricia Rall at emailprotected and refer to the Requisition ID cited below.
Rhm seeks the best candidates and as a result is an equal opportunity employer that is proud to provide equal access to jobs regardless of protected status.
Requisition ID:3594
We are a leading supplier of methacrylate chemistry. As a global company with around 2900 employees we are represented on four continents. We serve a global market with our MERACRYL methacrylates and PMMA molding compounds under the PLEXIGLAS brand (in the Americas registered under the trademark ACRYLITE) which we manufacture in our worldwide production network. Our products supply growth markets including the automotive construction and medical technology industries.
Rhm is committed to operating with social responsibility and sustainability forms an integral part of our business strategy. We view our employees as our strength and we value diversity and inclusion. If you thrive in an environment where individual contributions are both visible and recognized Rhm may be right for you.
WHAT THE ROLE DELIVERS
The Process Controls Engineer will be responsible for identifying prioritizing and executing and supporting the DCS (Distributed Control System). Identify and implement Distributed Control System (DCS) improvements in operator displays alarm strategies and control strategies. Share responsibilities as DCS and enterprise historian administrator. Maintain and install DCS/SIS software and hardware. This role will interact significantly with Operations Maintenance Turnaround Coordination Project Engineering and ESH. Additionally developing and using best practices train site operators utilizing the Roehm Bay City Siemens PCS7 DCS and optimization applications. This position will be located at the Roehm Bay City Texas MMA manufacturing facility.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Provide primary control system hardware/software support instrumentation and process engineering/optimization to a variety of field personnel including operations technicians instrument technicians process engineering and various members of the operations management teams.
- Lead and execute moderately complex engineering projects with minimal supervision. Actively involved in the planning of Control System Upgrade activities for the Roehm Bay City site.
- Perform DCS engineering and maintenance ensuring adherence to Roehm policy and procedures.
- Participate as a key contributor for the Roehm Bay City DCS system serving as a technical lead as well as providing technical guidance to others as required.
- Provide support in the areas of training troubleshooting environmental compliance Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and preventive/corrective maintenance focusing on all areas of advanced process control systems.
- Ensure control system changes are implemented in accordance with Roehm Management of Change (MOC) protocols.
- Demonstrate significant technical independence excellent project management skills and leadership in development of control systems applications and safety standards.
- Work independently and make decisions with minimal supervision based on full awareness of viability cost and other benefits.
- Write update and execute functional test procedures.
- Provide off hours support to resolve control system problems.
- Provide loop tuning optimization.
- Review requirements plan and implement advanced process controls.
- Data analyzation for cause mapping of production process disturbances.
- Evaluate and implement third party system integrations into the DCS.
- Lead alarm rationalization efforts.
- Support engineering modifications.
- Develop and program SIS control strategies and systems.
- Configure test and monitor process interlock functionality.
- Utilize improvements to operator displays to maximize operational efficiencies and controllability.
- Vet software updates from vendors and assisting sites with software upgrades.
- Support the discovery selection and implementation of new technologies and practices for Advanced Control and Optimization.
WHAT WE ARE SEEKING
- 7 years or more of advanced working experience in Control Systems in a chemical manufacturing environment including programming and configuration.
- Bachelors or more advanced degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
- Experience with Siemens PCS7 control system is preferred. Prior experience with other DCS control systems including Aspen Delta V Honeywell Foxboro or other will be considered.
- Knowledge of Process Automation including design/implementation of complex control strategies. Advanced troubleshooting skills are required.
- Advanced understanding of continuous chemical processes.
- Knowledge/experience with process control techniques including basic and advanced control design and turning on major process units.
- Working knowledge of primary instrumentation and instrument wiring.
- Proficiency with process control content of P&I diagrams.
- Experience managing Control System Upgrades.
- Ability to perform windows and control system security updates manually.
- Knowledge/experience with PHA process and managing PHA recommendation and solutions.
- Knowledge/experience with OSHA PSM requirements including Mechanical Integrity.
- Knowledge/experience with managing and overseeing DCS related projects.
- Ability to develop and modify control narratives cause and effect diagrams various forms of control logic and operator graphics.
- Experience configuring 3rd party device endpoints using serial Modbus TCP Ethernet/IP and Profibus communications.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as work as a part of a team.
- Trust and respect must be able to develop and maintain trust within the Roehm Bay City Operations team and with technical partners.
- Strong commitment to safe work practices.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
- Project Management experience is desired.
- Must have the ability to wear and utilize required PPE due to potential exposure to hazardous conditions and/or materials. The use of personal protective equipment such as a respirator chemical resistant and fire ant clothing etc. will be required.
- Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions may include nights weekends holidays and overtime.
- Must be able to ascend/descend stairs ladders elevated walkways and walk stand stoop for extended periods of time and lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to travel up to 10.
- Languages: English proficiency required. Additional languages are advantageous.
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive compensation and a benefits package that youd expect from a global company: competitively priced medical dental and vision; 401k with company match; separate company funded retirement account equal to 6 of your pay; life and disability insurance; a strong paid time off plan; and a range of elective insurances at group rates to cover some of lifes curveballs.... and much more. You can find an overview of our benefits on our careers page.
YOUR APPLICATION
Sounds interesting Learn more about us and apply here: Realize your dreams at Rhm!
If you have any questions regarding your application or the application process please contact Tricia Rall at emailprotected and refer to the Requisition ID cited below.
Rhm seeks the best candidates and as a result is an equal opportunity employer that is proud to provide equal access to jobs regardless of protected status.
Requisition ID:3594
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
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