DCS Programmer

DCS Programmer

Compensation Based on Experience.

$110,000 - $140,000 per year | Chesapeake, VA | On-Site | Permanent

Our client serves as a long-term technical and strategic partner to pulp and paper mills across the region. The team supports customers through automation, process optimization, capital equipment, and lifecycle services, working in mission‑critical industrial environments where reliability, safety, and performance matter.

Location:

Virginia Beach, VA (ideally Hampton Roads; mid‑Atlantic is also acceptable). The role is hands‑on and customer‑facing, involving DCS configuration, upgrades, troubleshooting, and commissioning across multiple mill sites. You will work closely with operators, engineers, and maintenance teams to modernize legacy systems, improve reliability, and reduce downtime.

• Design and develop DCS programming solutions for process control and automation in the pulp & paper sector.
• Implement and configure Foxboro and DeltaV systems to meet project specifications and industry standards.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate DCS with other plant systems.
• Conduct system testing and validation to ensure proper functioning and adherence to safety protocols.
• Provide technical support and training to operations and maintenance personnel.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in DCS technology and apply best practices in system programming.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in DCS programming with preference in the pulp & paper industry.
• Proficiency with Foxboro.
• Proficiency with DeltaV control systems.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Legally entitled to work in the US.
• Ability and willingness to travel to domestic and international sites (typically 5‑20%).

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

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