Responsibilities

The Senior Process Control System Engineer is responsible for transferring business needs into a process control plan. Elements of the process control plan/strategy include fit-for-purpose automation systems that allow better measure, monitor, and control of processes in real time, resulting in yield improvements, more stable operations. Integration of MES/data historian, improving insights in (critical) process parameters, improving plant stability (eliminate known disturbances). Maintain a sustainable cyber security solution by embedding the cyber security controls and practices in the site's organization, with a focus on cyber security for the OT (Operational Technology) domain. The Senior Process Control System Engineer is the linking pin and facilitator but does not necessarily have to do all the work. Process engineers, automation engineers, project engineers, contractors, etc. are often the workers.

The Senior Process Control System Engineer has a key position within the Manufacturing organization and works together with several disciplines like process engineers, quality officers, plant performance engineers, instrumentation engineers, etc. The person in this role will interact with site and global colleagues. They will be extremely knowledgeable of the Dyneema process control systems in both theory and practice. Knowledgeable of process control system architecture and design. Knowledgeable of OT cybersecurity risks and vulnerabilities and the appropriate mitigation and protection measures.Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Minimum requirements for this position are an MS in a related technical field plus 5 years of technical experience in process control and automation. Or BS/BA in a related technical field plus 7 years of technical experience in process control and automation. Or AA/AS in a related technical field plus 8 years of process control and automation. Or 10 years of technical experience in process control and automation.
• Advanced knowledge of process control systems and methodologies including DCS, SCADA, etc.
• Demonstrated technical process control support and development ability.
• Advanced problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Diversified knowledge of automation systems
• Diversified knowledge of OT cybersecurity
• Diversified knowledge of multiple engineering specialties - including process, electrical, and mechanical.
• Knowledge of ICS computer and network infrastructure, Microsoft operating systems, and applications to include Microsoft office.
• Must be willing to respond to all types of emergencies and spend overtime hours in monitoring scheduled work when required.
• Knowledge of Siemens control systems.

Physical Demands

• Requires standing and sitting for extended periods of time, talking and listening.
• Must be able to walk and use hands.
• Occasionally requires bending, stooping, climbing ladders and stairs.
• May occasionally be required to lift, push or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Typically work is in a manufacturing environment where noise level is loud.
• Generally requires the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, hard hat, respiratory protection.
• Exposure to outside weather conditions is routine.
• May be exposed to working in extreme heat and humidity.

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