Cooperidge Consulting Firm · 18 hours ago
Process Controls Engineer
El Dorado, Arkansas, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expCooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a Process Controls Engineer for a premier chemical manufacturing facility in El Dorado, AR. This role is the technical backbone for the site’s automation and control infrastructure, responsible for the full lifecycle of control systems and ensuring compliance with safety standards while providing support during critical equipment breakdowns.
Logistics & Supply Chain
Responsibilities
Automation System Ownership: Analyze, develop, and maintain site-wide control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, and remote I/O devices
Technical Troubleshooting: Provide urgent, hands-on support to maintenance personnel to resolve electrical, pneumatic, and PLC circuit failures
Safety & Compliance: Ensure all control systems comply with SIL (Safety Integrity Level) and LOPA (Layers of Protection Analysis) assessments; maintain alignment with PSM and DHS regulations
Documentation & Archiving: Create and maintain high-fidelity instrument loop sheets, motor elementaries, and electrical drawings; manage the electronic archiving of all PLC programs
Network & IT/OT Integration: Support IT infrastructure and OT communication protocols to ensure seamless, secure data flow between the shop floor and enterprise systems
Mentorship: Serve as the subject matter expert, training and mentoring technicians on control strategy, advanced troubleshooting, and installation best practices
Cybersecurity Awareness: Identify threats and vulnerabilities within the Industrial Control System (ICS) environment and implement appropriate mitigation techniques
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Electrical Engineering Technology is REQUIRED
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a manufacturing environment (Chemical preferred)
Extensive experience with Allen-Bradley and Rockwell Automation products
Deep understanding of TCP/IP, Modbus, OPC UA, PROFINET, and IEC 61850, with the ability to perform packet analysis
Working knowledge of industrial safety standards and federal regulatory requirements (DHS/PSM)
Proficiency in creating and reading complex technical manuals and electrical schematics
Ability to work effectively under pressure and respond quickly to emergency work orders
Excellent verbal and interpersonal skills for collaborating across all organizational levels—from the shop floor to executive management
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Wellness Resources
Company
Cooperidge Consulting Firm
Our mission is to support our clients' success by delivering top-quality personnel, delivering a high level of customer service and driving innovation in the both the commercial and government contracting space.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase