Manager, Process Controls Engineering
Listed on 2026-02-16
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Basic Function
HF Sinclair Midstream is seeking a Manager, Process Controls Engineering. This position will lead the Process & Controls Engineering group within Midstream Technical Services. Serve as technical manager and SME for process control systems, PLC programming, and automated product transfer operations. Own standardization efforts for process control. Collaborate on new or modified facility projects, including Cause & Effect and Control Narratives.
Job Duties(functions considered essential as defined by ADA)
- Develop programming and hardware standards for PLC's and terminal control systems.
- Develop control schemes and programming for new or modified equipment.
- Manage Cause & Effect matrices, Instrumentation Indexes, and Control Narratives.
- Provide engineering guidance for PLCs and related hardware; plan and implement upgrades.
- Define SCADA hardware requirements for pipeline and terminal projects.
- Interpret P&IDs and schematics for instrumentation and automation.
- Establish PLC programming and terminal automation standards.
- Ensure compliance with codes, standards, and regulations.
- Support operations with troubleshooting and maintaining control strategies.
May be required to do some or all of the following:
- Develop advanced process control strategies and optimize systems.
- Participate in hazard analyses, safety reviews, and incident investigations.
- Prepare/review technical specifications and vendor proposals.
- Perform special assignments as needed.
Minimum of 10 years in Process, Automation, and Controls Engineering.
Preferred:
Specific industry experience including PLC's, Pipeline SCADA systems, light product terminal automation and control systems, pipeline leak detection, cyber security requirements, and ISA Safety Instrumented System requirements.
Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Controls Engineering is required.
Required Skills- PLC programming, process control design, and I&C expertise.
- Ability to read P&IDs and control system documentation.
- Knowledge of hazardous location wiring, panel design, and multiple PLC platforms (GE, Emerson, Rockwell).
- Familiarity with flow computers, telemetry, and wireless communications.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Responsible for managing Engineering staff including contractors. May be responsible for providing technical support to the broader SCADA support team.
Work ConditionsOffice and field-based with up to 25% travel required. Subject to varying weather conditions and required to work in all temperatures, including outdoors.
Benefits- Medical Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Paid Time-Off
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with match
- Educational Reimbursement
- Parental Bonding Time
- Employee Discounts
Benefit eligibility is governed by official plan documents, for more details visit Total Rewards.
Physical RequirementsJob conditions require standing, walking, sitting, talking or hearing, making visual inspections, making precise hand and finger movements, lifting or carrying up to 50 lbs, climbing up to 200 ft, perceive color differences, required to wear personal protective equipment as needed. Job conditions may require twisting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching or grasping, and working in confined spaces.
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Our goal is to make sure everyone returns home safely each day. We have a long-standing commitment to Integrity and ethical behavior and do what is right for our employees, investors, communities and the environment. We encourage employees to Step Up and Stand Out by championing a culture of Teamwork and Ownership. We foster a culture of Inclusion by encouraging diversity of experiences, viewpoints and backgrounds.
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