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A CHEMICAL PLANT - Control Systems Engineer designs, develops, and maintains automated systems, using DCS, PLCs, SCADA, and HMI to optimize industrial processes for efficiency and safety in manufacturing, energy, or aerospace, requiring skills in electrical/mechanical engineering, programming, simulation, and problem-solving to integrate hardware/software and troubleshoot complex systems.

What's in it for you? This firm is a people centric business who has an outstanding commitment to work / life balance with a 9/80 schedule operated at their facility. Their medical plan is seen as top tier within the sector. There is also a strong HDHP option along with an HSA plan but the plans coverage have limited employee cost. 401k plan is one of the best plans in the local area and the wider chemicals industry. PTO is 21 days ON TOP of a 9/80 schedule showing that work life balance is critical to this organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design & Development: Create control logic and schematics for automated machinery, from concept to implementation.


• Programming: Develop and maintain code for PLCs, DCS, HMIs, and SCADA systems.


• Testing & Validation: Simulate, test, and commission systems to meet performance criteria.


• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve issues in live systems for optimal uptime.


• Collaboration: Work with electrical, mechanical, and software teams for seamless integration.


• Optimization: Continuously improve processes and adapt to new technologies.

Essential Skills & Knowledge:

• Technical: Control theory, electrical/mechanical principles, robotics, automation.


• Software: PLC/DCS programming (Ladder Logic, Structured Text), SCADA, HMI, MATLAB/Simulink.


• Soft Skills: Problem-solving, attention to detail, strong communication, teamwork, working under pressure.

Typical Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Controls Engineering.


• Experience: Hands-on experience with industrial automation hardware and software.