About the Role

Our client, a prominent chemical manufacturing company, is seeking an innovative Ingeniero/a de Control de Procesos en Industria Petroquímica to join their operations. While based conceptually in Puebla, Puebla , this role offers a versátil hybrid work arrangement, allowing for remote work with periodic site visits. The position focuses on the design, implementation, and optimization of advanced process control strategies to enhance safety, efficiency, and product quality in petrochemical plants. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in process dynamics, control theory, and distributed control systems (DCS), with expertise in areas such as model predictive control (MPC) and advanced regulatory control (ARC). You will play a vital role in ensuring the stable and optimal operation of complex chemical processes, contributing to significant cost savings and improved plant performance. This is an exceptional opportunity for a skilled engineer to leverage their expertise in automation and control within the dynamic petrochemical sector, impacting operations in the region of Puebla .

Key Responsibilities

- Design, develop, implement, and maintain advanced process control (APC) strategies for petrochemical units.
- Optimize existing control loops and implement new control schemes to improve process stability, yield, and energy efficiency.
- Configure and manage Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
- Develop and implement model predictive control (MPC) applications for complex process units.
- Troubleshoot control system issues and provide timely technical support to operations and maintenance teams.




- Collaborate with process engineers and operators to identify opportunities for control system improvements.
- Develop and deliver training programs on process control systems and strategies.
- Stay updated on the latest advancements in process control technology and automation.
- Ensure control system designs comply with all relevant safety and environmental standards.
- Contribute to project teams for new plant designs or modifications, providing control system expertise from Puebla .

Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in process control engineering within the petrochemical or chemical industry.
- Strong knowledge of process dynamics, control theory, and instrumentation.
- Hands-on experience with DCS (e.g., Honeywell Experion, Emerson DeltaV) and PLC systems.
- Experience with Advanced Process Control (APC) software and methodologies (e.g., MPC, ARC).
- Proficiency in simulation tools for control system design and testing.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
- Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, with willingness for occasional site visits to Puebla .

Benefits

- Competitive salary and potential for annual bonuses.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits.
- Generous paid time off and professional development opportunities.
- Flexible hybrid work schedule offering a balance between remote and on-site work.
- Opportunity to work with advanced control technologies in the petrochemical industry near Puebla, Puebla .

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