Control Systems Project Engineer

Responsibilities

The Process Controls Project Engineer will act as the lead for the process control system design, architecture, and the delivery of a functional operation for a $200M+ process unit. They will support the Project Manager by highlighting and providing solutions to roadblocks, driving work to meet a demanding schedule whilst ensuring change is kept to a minimum. The Process Controls Project Engineer will know about distributed control systems and their design be able to converse with control system SMEs and understand complex technical aspects of the design. 

This is a great opportunity to develop project management skills for future progression into project management roles. 

 
•    Works across the organization to identify project requirements and develop a user requirements specification (URS).  
•    Supports the DCS Project Manager to ensure the project is compliant for HSES, cost, schedule and quality (fitness for purpose of URS).  
•    Supports DCS Project Manager with development of the Process Control & Safety Management Philosophies for the Project. 
•    Responsible for the design, review/approval of specifications & key engineering deliverables.  This role will also be expected to expedite the project schedule, the installation, commissioning & release to Manufacturing a functional and operating control system, SIS, and cause/effects. 
•    Work closely with the EPCm contractor, DCS, PLC, instrumentation and other relevant vendors to ensure specifications and performance are in line with URS and other Project requirements 
•    Provide input to contractors during the development of the Control System & instrumentation equipment specifications. Review/Approve deliverables. 
•    Assist and provide input on any purchased equipment that has logic, interlocks, or interfaces to the Control System.  Review/Approve deliverables 
•    Obtain input from Eastman experts as needed on Control & Instrumentation hardware or software 
•    Work with IT/Telecomms/CyberSecurity to define any interface requirements between the DCS/SIS and other systems 
•    Creates/has significant input into the required documentation for development of the DCS/PLC configuration, programming, graphics, cause and effect interlock logic to meet Operation’s needs. 
•    Work closely with installation sub-contractors to ensure system completion is in accordance with project specifications 
•    Provide technical support and input for start up and 2 year operational spare parts needs list for DCS, PLCs & critical instruments 
•    Lead their area startup and commissioning activities and planning.  
•    Provide technical support and input with creating a loop check process and lead their area with the relevant contractors to ensure correct execution.  
•    Participate in all relevant reviews such as PHA, HazOp, SIL & LOPA etc. 

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Engineering, preferably Controls/Process or equivalent 
• 3+ years of Project experience on >$10M capital projects in an Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) process or appropriate comparable arrangement.  
• 5+ years working in engineering with exposure and understanding of control systems. 
• Candidate should have a thorough understanding of capital processes, from project definition through plant start-up with a focus on control systems 
• Outstanding communication and coordination skills and demonstrated team leadership skills 
• Ability to manage multiple and changing priorities in a fast-paced environment 
• Must demonstrate a commitment to safety and dedication to implementing safe capital facilities 
• Must be able to travel as needed based on project needs 
• Open to relocation to the investment site as project demands ramp up