Avient
Senior Process Control Engineer
Avient - Greenville, North Carolina, United States, 27834
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Senior Process Control System Engineer
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. Key Areas of Accountability / Responsibility: All employees have the responsibility to:
Show behavior in line with the SHE and Security risks and agreed controls Address any person behaving in a SHE and Security irresponsible way Report any SHE and Security incidents to management
Avient Protective Materials Values - Must strive to behave in line with Avient Protective Materials Values Manufacturing Excellence
Avient Protective Materials wants to be 'best in class' in every respect Ensure all work is conducted in a safe and effective manner Abides by Avient Protective Materials procedures/policies regarding security Maintain process control systems to produce highest quality product DCS and Automation liaison for Dyneema Maintain a sustainable cyber security solution Provides expertise to solve the highest level system problems Identify needs for data-analysis and promoting the use of existing functionalities Professionalize and standardize systems, procedures, and methods Develops, supports and implements advanced process control strategies Mentor junior Process Control Systems and Automation Engineers Support production by driving improvements needed in the process control system Comply with all job-related safety and other training requirements Perform other duties as assigned Authorities: Process control systems design, specifications, and modifications OT Cybersecurity design, specifications, and modifications Recommend equipment/components Negotiate vendor pricing Authorized to approve work permits Projects or Special Assignments: Operational Excellence Roles Process Control Automation contact for global Dyneema and Corporate resources OT Cybersecurity contact for Dyneema and Corporate resources 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. Complexity of the Job: The Sr. Process Control System engineer will have knowledge of controls system design, functionality, interface to level 3 systems, and OT Cybersecurity. Changes implemented by the Sr. Process Control System Engineer will directly impact Manufacturing performance and cost. Focus on continuous improvement and recommendation for financial investments into process control systems will directly impact ROI and cash flow for the business unit. They will provide mitigating measures to secure the sites automation systems to reduce likelihood of cyber-attack and ensure the continuity of operations. They must participate in the daily support process controls On-Call Schedule. 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. May also be exposed on occasion to dust or fumes. At Avient, we believe a wide variety of thoughts, ideas and backgrounds gives us the creativity to be successful in a rapidly changing world. In support of this, we stress equality of opportunity for all qualified individuals in accordance with applicable laws. Decisions on hiring, promotion, development, compensation or advancement are based solely on a person's qualifications, abilities, experience and performance. Avient is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a policy of non-discrimination in providing equal employment to all qualified employees and candidates regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran's status, or other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable federal, state and local law. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to complete an online application, please contact the Avient HR Team by emailing ApplicationAccommodation@Avient.com.
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. Key Areas of Accountability / Responsibility: All employees have the responsibility to:
Show behavior in line with the SHE and Security risks and agreed controls Address any person behaving in a SHE and Security irresponsible way Report any SHE and Security incidents to management
Avient Protective Materials Values - Must strive to behave in line with Avient Protective Materials Values Manufacturing Excellence
Avient Protective Materials wants to be 'best in class' in every respect Ensure all work is conducted in a safe and effective manner Abides by Avient Protective Materials procedures/policies regarding security Maintain process control systems to produce highest quality product DCS and Automation liaison for Dyneema Maintain a sustainable cyber security solution Provides expertise to solve the highest level system problems Identify needs for data-analysis and promoting the use of existing functionalities Professionalize and standardize systems, procedures, and methods Develops, supports and implements advanced process control strategies Mentor junior Process Control Systems and Automation Engineers Support production by driving improvements needed in the process control system Comply with all job-related safety and other training requirements Perform other duties as assigned Authorities: Process control systems design, specifications, and modifications OT Cybersecurity design, specifications, and modifications Recommend equipment/components Negotiate vendor pricing Authorized to approve work permits Projects or Special Assignments: Operational Excellence Roles Process Control Automation contact for global Dyneema and Corporate resources OT Cybersecurity contact for Dyneema and Corporate resources 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. Complexity of the Job: The Sr. Process Control System engineer will have knowledge of controls system design, functionality, interface to level 3 systems, and OT Cybersecurity. Changes implemented by the Sr. Process Control System Engineer will directly impact Manufacturing performance and cost. Focus on continuous improvement and recommendation for financial investments into process control systems will directly impact ROI and cash flow for the business unit. They will provide mitigating measures to secure the sites automation systems to reduce likelihood of cyber-attack and ensure the continuity of operations. They must participate in the daily support process controls On-Call Schedule. 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. May also be exposed on occasion to dust or fumes. At Avient, we believe a wide variety of thoughts, ideas and backgrounds gives us the creativity to be successful in a rapidly changing world. In support of this, we stress equality of opportunity for all qualified individuals in accordance with applicable laws. Decisions on hiring, promotion, development, compensation or advancement are based solely on a person's qualifications, abilities, experience and performance. Avient is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a policy of non-discrimination in providing equal employment to all qualified employees and candidates regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran's status, or other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable federal, state and local law. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to complete an online application, please contact the Avient HR Team by emailing ApplicationAccommodation@Avient.com.