Supervisor - SCADA and Process Control

Supervisor – SCADA and Process Control

INEOS Olefins & Polymers USA, LLC

Location: Stratton Ridge – Freeport, Texas (Pipeline Supply Organization)

Salary: $122,229 – $152,787 commensurate with experience

Job Purpose: Within the Olefins & Polymers USA division, the Pipeline Supply Organization (PSO) manages the Stratton Ridge salt dome storage facility, the Hobbs Fractionation Complex, and over 500 miles of pipelines. The Supervisor oversees field automation, SCADA and control systems, and telecommunications equipment for the PSO pipelines.

• Accountability 1:
  Safety, Health, Environmental (SHE)
  • Develop and deploy pipeline leak monitoring software and support calibration and testing.
  • Provide technical support for PHA/risk studies for PSO.
  • Support site leak detection system (LEL meters).
• Accountability 2:
  Process Control Management
  • Manage on‑site configuration and development of the Process Control Network.
  • Maintain graphics, programming, and design changes to Honeywell control system.
  • Support design and configuration of process and ambient LEL meters.
  • Provide key data for monthly reporting related to alarm management, inventories, and operating envelope deviations.
• Accountability 3:
  Manage Pipeline Communication Network
  • Develop and implement satellite and radio based communication options for remote metering sites.
  • Ensure communication between field and base station.
  • Support base station roll‑over capability in the event of incident at the primary location.
• Accountability 4:
  Supervise Analyzer Technicians
  • Support pipeline and Stratton Ridge with analyzer support and design.
  • Provide training and guidance to 2 analyzer technicians.

• Education: High school diploma, technical school completion, or equivalent experience. Engineering degree is a plus.
• Experience: Programming experience with PLCs, Omni Flow computers, Honeywell Experion/TDC3‑000 SCADA/DCS system, Arcom communications equipment. Pipeline experience preferred.
• Skills:
  • Basic understanding of PLC programming, Omni Flow, Honeywell Experion/TDC3‑000 SCADA/DCS, Arcom communications equipment.
  • General knowledge of VSATs and networking.
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Effective communication skills – verbal and written.
  • Self‑starter, organized, and able to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
  • Ability to effectively manage change and multiple priorities.
  • Proven track record in problem solving and decision making.
• Behavioral
  
  Skills:
  
  
  • Comfort around top management.
  • Manage through systems.
  • Ability to prioritize and organize work.
  • Able to relate to multiple levels in the organization.
  • Able to delegate and hold people accountable.
  • Strong decision‑making skills.
  • Ability to resolve conflict.
  • Integrity and trust.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Chemical Manufacturing

Our culture emphasizes honesty, integrity, and a strong focus on safety, health, and environmental performance. Employees are recognized for embracing new practices that create real value for customers.