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Hargrove Engineers & Constructors ยท 7 hours ago

Process Controls Engineer

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors is a company that provides engineering, procurement, construction management, and technical services across various sectors. The Process Controls Engineer will design, maintain, and improve site process automation systems while leading plant optimization efforts and supporting control system projects.

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Billy Thomas PRC
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Responsibilities

Designs and develops industrial control system solutions including Distributed Control System Programmable Logic Controller and Human Machine Interface programs to address operational needs for new construction projects, maintenance projects or operational requests
Implementing software updates, patches, and managing network data and files
Create, manage, testing and archiving of backups and disaster recovery files for critical systems and networks
Monitor KPI's for PCN and initiate corrective actions as necessary
Ensuring seamless data flow and connectivity between enterprise business systems and industrial production systems
Work with plant management, engineers, maintenance and contractors and to provide expert guidance; leadership and assistance to facility Control System Specialists, upgrade projects, troubleshooting, etc. Communicate and maintain proper documentation related to the DCS system status, changes, and coordinate and conduct personnel training for such related items as necessary
Provide technical support for process safety efforts, such as Process Hazard Assessment and Management of Change
Investigate new technology, along with methods to improve cybersecurity and system performance as it relates to automation. Provide automation solution estimates to project managers, facility engineers, and others
Provide support to Capital projects, including expansion, regulatory and modification projects, working as SME for Process Control Network
Support control system and safety instrumented system, programmable logic controller, maintenance and test planning as required, software upgrades, emergency shutdown testing, offline and online testing, and coordination of activities with or without plant shutdowns
Expert on control system networking and industrial instrumentation devices
Understanding of networking protocols
Hands on experience with monitoring, network diagnostic, and network analytics tools

Qualification

DCS control systemsPLC programmingIndustrial automationCybersecurityNetwork infrastructureNetwork monitoring toolsProcess safetyTeam collaborationProblem-solvingCommunication skillsTime managementIntegrity

Required

Engineering Degree in Electrical or Chemical from an ABET accredited college or university highly preferred
Requires 1+ years of relevant industrial experience in chemical, petroleum, or biochemical process design engineering
Experience designing, commissioning and maintenance of DCS based control systems in 24/7 manufacturing facility
Experience supporting/maintaining industrial automation network
Experience with firewalls, DMVPN remote implementation, troubleshooting, and problem resolution
Familiarity with network monitoring and management tools
Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet deadlines and provide a high level of service
Demonstrated ability to analyze complex data, draw conclusions and then develop and execute problem solutions
Understanding of ICS architecture and environment including operational aspects such as reliability, redundancy, high availability, remote support, business continuity and disaster recovery
Demonstrated high level of integrity, thoroughness, creativity, flexibility, initiative, and productive, collaborative teamwork is a must
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; excellent interpersonal communication skills are necessary
Ability to plan, prioritize, and execute controls projects effectively and independently
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously under various deadlines
Design, configure, and maintain the functionality and efficiency of network infrastructure
Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time

Preferred

Experience with Delta V, Allen Bradley and PI systems is desirable
GIAC certifications such as GCFA, GNFA, GRID are a plus

Benefits

Paid holidays
Personal paid time off
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Disability insurance
401(k)
Other benefits

Company

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors

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Hargrove is a full-service engineering, procurement, and construction management firm delivering multi-discipline engineering, project delivery, controls & automation, and technical services to industrial clients.

H1B Sponsorship

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (7)
2024 (7)
2023 (8)
2022 (8)
2021 (1)
2020 (8)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Jennifer Heitman
Executive Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer
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Morgan Parker Bryan
Executive Assistant To The President / CEO + SVP-Field Svcs & Tech + VP - East Region
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