Controls and Instrumentation Engineer
Job Location:
Wallingford, CT - USA
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Job Summary
WHAT THE ROLE DELIVERS
Lead continuous improvement efforts in process automation and controls to optimizeproductivity. Must be receptive to change and integrate new processes technology and workmethods into plant operations. Benchmark industry trends to identify and develop bestpractices to apply within Wallingford operations
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Provides engineering support to Maintenance and Production to safely and cost effectivelycoordinate ongoing maintenance of current process automation systems control systems andinstrumentation.
- Drive continuous improvement efforts that maximize automation and control through the use of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and the site Distributed Control System (DCS).
- Responsible for maintaining and improving process instrumentation
- Installing upgrades or improvements in adherence to safety and environmental standardsalong with the sites management of change process.
- Develop and maintain process related documentation P&IDs Loop Diagrams Wiring
- Diagrams Preventive and Predictive Maintenance Procedures and others as needed.
- Responsible for all aspects of process automation and control engineering as a supportfunction to production for the safe and efficient operation of the process
- Develop and implement concepts and plans for equipment improvements that optimizeprocesses to meet customer and internal requirements.
- Develop manage and implement Capital Expenditures (CAPEX) that maintain or improveplant operations.
- Supervise and prepare estimates for maintenance work and capital projects
- Coordinate supervise and guide technicians contractors and sub-contractors including themonitoring of man-hours invoices and general costs.
- Troubleshoot process issues across reactors blend tanks extruders pumps and conveyingsystems as it pertains to controls and instrumentation
- Seek out and initiate process changes to improve the safety environmental security industrialhygiene loss prevention product quality efficiency or cost of the department.
- Train operations personnel on process safety control systems and instrumentation operation.
- Develop a subject matter expert status for process controls and instrumentation.
Benefits Summary: Full Time positions are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental and vision insurance; 401(k) with company match discretionary company contribution paid time off and holidays and wellness programs.
WHAT WE ARE SEEKING
- BS/MS degree in Electrical or Controls Engineering or related field.
- 5 to 10 years experience in process controls and automation.
- Experience working with plant DCS (Distributed Control System) or PLC (Programmable Logic Controllers) required
- Proficiency with Siemens DCS or Emerson/GE PLCs a plus
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive compensation and a benefits package that youd expect from a global company: competitively priced medical dental and vision; 401k with company match; separate company funded retirement account equal to 6% of your pay; life and disability insurance; a strong paid time off plan; and a range of elective insurances at group rates to cover some of lifes curve-balls.... and much can find an overview of ourbenefitson our careers page.
YOUR APPLICATION
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Röhm seeks the best candidates and as a result is an equal opportunity employer that is proud to provide equal access to jobs regardless of protected status.
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About Company
Roehm - One of the global market leaders in the field of methacrylate chemistry with the brands PLEXIGLAS®, DEGADUR®, DEGALAN®, DEGAROUTE®, CYROLITE® and other innovative products.
