Senior Process Controls Engineer

Position: Sr Process Controls Engineer

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Location:

Home based United States (ability to travel 50%, US and Canada)

Reports to: Senior Manager, Electrical Reliability

Compensation: $150,+ Bonus + Benefits (salaried, exempt)

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Chemtrade is committed to delivering innovative solutions that address the complex challenges faced by our customers. As a responsible corporate citizen, we prioritize safety, sustainability, and environmental stewardship in all aspects of our operations. Our talented and diverse workforce is at the heart of our success, as we recognize that their knowledge, skills, and dedication drive our ability to deliver exceptional products and services.

At Chemtrade, we believe in creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. By putting people at the center of our operations, we build strong connections, nurture innovation, and create a fulfilling work experience for all.

The Senior Process Controls Engineer is responsible for ensuring the safety, reliability, and operational efficiency of electrical and instrumentation systems across Chemtrade facilities in North America. Establishes and leads execution of standard procedures for evaluating operational reliability and identification of root cause failure analysis;
Defines and implements corrective actions. This role emphasizes proactive maintenance strategies, process safety management, and continuous improvement initiatives, while supporting both capital projects and daily operations.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• 10+ years of experience in electrical engineering & maintenance, preferably in a chemical or industrial environment.

Technical skills:

• Strong knowledge of Control System Engineering in chemical plants:
  • Proficiency in designing Control Systems, implementing, and troubleshooting Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems
  • Programmable Logic Control systems, Burner Management Systems, Relay Control Circuits, Emergency Shutdown Systems
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Process Safety best practices including IEC
    61511, Alarm Management, HMI design, HAZARD analysis and Risk Management processes
• Strong knowledge of electrical equipment found in low & medium voltage electrical systems such as:
  • Transformers, Switch Gear, Industrial Power Rectifiers, Protection Relays, Circuit Breakers, Harmonic Filtering, Power Factor Correction, Grounding covering systems 120 Volt through 138,000 Volt
  • Motor Control Centers, Motor Control Circuits and wiring, VFD/ASD, Electrical protection systems, Smart MCCs and Relays,
  • Industrial Instrumentation design, specification and maintenance support. 24V DC Power systems, Instrument Cabling systems, Panels, Indicators, Field indicators, portable instruments, Wireless communications, Field measurement and control devices.
  • Process instrumentation such as flowmeters, level transmitters, temperature transmitters, analyzers, and weighing…