Automation and Process Control Engineer

Job description

As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world.

**CREATING ESSENTIAL CHEMISTRY THAT THE WORLD NEEDS**

At Chemours, our people are redefining how the world thinks of chemistry by approaching everything we do with a commitment to delivering Trusted Chemistry that creates better lives and helps communities thrive.

That begins with how we use our science, data, and unmatched technical expertise to develop market-leading products with the highest levels of performance, sustainability, and safety in the industry.

Powered by chemistry, our products are used in applications that make the products we rely on, processes, and new technologies possible.

In key sectors such as clean energy, advanced electronics, high-performance computing and AI, climate friendly cooling, and high-quality paints and coatings for homes and industrial infrastructure---sustainable solutions and more modern living depend on Chemours chemistry.

Chemours is seeking a **Manufacturing Technology (MT) Automation and Process Control Engineer** to join our **Chambers Works** team! This position will report directly to the **Manufacturing Technology Manager** at our **Deepwater, NJ** location.

This position provides process and equipment technical expertise to support site manufacturing operations and ensures safety, reliability, capability, and productivity of the facilities.

**The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:**

+ Provide technical oversight for day-to-day operations, including process monitoring and troubleshooting of Instrumentation and control systems.
+ Design solutions and lead multi-discipline programs to improve processes through control based solutions with business and technical input (safety, yield, uptime, capacity release, reliability, and cost performance)
+ Provide technical oversight and lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex operational issues stemming from instrumentation and control systems, including environmental, health, and safety (EHS).
+ Lead and/or participate in Process Safety Management (PSM) related activities such as Process Hazards Analysis (PHA) reviews, Pre-Start Up Safety Reviews (PSSR), Mechanical Integrity, Process Technology, and other technical and safety reviews
+ Review, revise, and create procedures, Management of Change (MOC), and other technical documentation
+ Communicate effectively at all levels and across sites and functions
+ Participate in and lead continuous improvement efforts
+ Participate in and execute activities related to both small and large capital projects (front end loading, conducting safety reviews, developing detailed basic data, commissioning, start-up, etc.)
+ Develop and apply process technology knowledge to assist Operations in maintaining production performance, restoring process capability if the process is not in control, and trouble-shooting process or quality issues
+ Network with peers and leverage knowledge from other functions and corporate groups; including R&D, Technical Service, Engineering, etc.
+ Assist in training the manufacturing line organization (operations and maintenance) to boost the organization’s knowledge and capability

**The following is** **_required_** **for this role:**

+ Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical, Electrical or strongly related Engineering Discipline from an ABET accredited institution.
+ 5+ years of experience in Process Controls and Safety Interlock Systems (preferably ABB DCS Systems).
+ 2+ years of experience with highly hazardous chemical processes.
+ Knowledge of chemical processes and methodologies applicable to a manufacturing setting.
+ Working knowledge of key Process Safety Management (PSM) technology elements such as PHA, Process Technology, Management of Change, and Mechanical Integrity / Quality Assurance (MIQA).

**The following is** **_preferred_** **for this role:**

+ 7+ years of experience in Process Controls in a chemical manufacturing facility.
+ Experience in developing and documenting detailed basic data to ensure success of process improvements and capital projects.
+ Experience with capital improvement projects, especially detailed basic data development.
+ Experience with process modeling and analyzing data from process historians and alarm management systems.
+ Demonstrated use of Six Sigma methodology (Green Belt or Black Belt certified).
+ Proficient with SAP/R3.
+ Experience with Batch Automation and Sequencing.
+ Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA) familiarity.
+ Understanding of Alarm Rationalization.

**Benefits:**

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Packages

401(k) Match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives

Company-paid Volunteer Day

We’re a different kind of chemistry company because we see our people as our biggest assets.

Instead of focusing just on what our employees do each day, we look at how they do it—by taking a different approach to talent development, employee engagement, and culture.

Our goal is to empower employees to be their best selves, at Chemours and in life.

Learn more about Chemours and our culture by visiting Chemours.com/careers.

_Chemours is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.

Jurisdictions may have_ _additional grounds for non-discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws._

_Chemours is an E-Verify employer_

_Candidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodation_

_Immigration sponsorship (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status) is not currently available for this position_

_Don’t meet every single requirement?

At Chemours we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for our employees.

So if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways.

You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities._

_In our pursuit to be the greatest place to work, we know that a critical element to enhancing our employee experience is to assure we’re operating with a solid foundation of trust.

At Chemours, this means being transparent about how we pay our employees for the work that they do._

Pay Range (in local currency):

$93,184.00 - $145,600.00

Chemours Level:

25

Annual Bonus Target:

8%

_The pay range and incentives listed above is a general guideline based on the primary location of this job only and not a guarantee of total compensation._ _Factors considered_ _in extending a compensation offer include (but are_ _not limited to)_ _responsibilities of the_ _job, experience,_ _knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, and alignment with market data.

The incentive pay is dependent on business results and individual performance and subject to the terms and conditions of the specific plans._

At Chemours, you will find sustainability in our vision, our business and your future.

If you want to work on the leading edge of your field and have a desire to make a difference, join Chemours and discover what it means when we say We Are Living Chemistry.

Every day Chemours delivers Trusted Chemistry that enables products and technologies that people rely on to live better and thrive.

A global leader in industrial and specialty chemicals, our chemistry enables vital innovations from high-performance computing, artificial intelligence (AI), and advanced electronics to batteries for electric and low-emissions vehicles, climate friendly cooling, paints and durable coatings for advanced infrastructure, and more.

Through our three businesses – Thermal & Specialized Solutions, Titanium Technologies, and Advanced Performance Materials – we deliver chemistry-based innovations that solve our customers’ biggest challenges.

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