Occidental Petroleum Corporation

Ethylene Process Control Engineer/Specialist

Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or G.E.D.
  • 3 - 10 years experience with DCS programming and troubleshooting preferred.
  • Proficient in developing, analyzing, and troubleshooting scripts and queries.
  • Strong skills in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
  • Strong interpersonal skills for teamwork.
  • Ability to work weekends and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain environmental and employee safety as the top priority.
  • Assist in updating DCS and PLC procedures.
  • Troubleshoot DCS and PLC control systems and implement solutions.
  • Support the configuration and maintenance of electronic control systems.
  • Monitor DCS operations and improve performance programs.
  • Oversee installation and commissioning of DCS/PLC projects.
  • Track action plans for DCS/PLC tasks and requirements.

Benefits

  • Training and coaching opportunities for personnel.
  • Hands-on experience with industry-specific control systems.
  • Involvement in safety and risk management practices.
  • Opportunities for advancement and skill development.
  • Work in a dynamic and safety-focused environment.
Full Job Description
We are looking for an experienced and self-motivated individual to fill the position of VCM Process Control Engineer/Specialist with our Ingleside Plant located in Gregory, Texas.

Essential Job Duties:
  • Maintain protection of the environment and the health and safety of our employees, customers, and the communities in which we operate and/or transport our products, as our highest priority.
  • Assist in maintaining procedures for the assigned operating area specific to DCS and PLCs.
  • Troubleshoot the DCS and PLC control systems. Recommend and implement solutions to problem systems.
  • Assist with configuration, installation, and maintenance of electronic microprocessor-based instrument control systems including, but not limited to, the long-term historians and DCS control systems.
  • Monitor the facility's DCS operations and performance, provide technical support and troubleshooting and facilitate/execute the development of programs for improvement.
  • Oversee the field construction, verification of proper installation, performance of loop checks and the oversight of final commissioning of DCS/PLC equipment associated with maintenance or capital projects.
  • Develop, update, and track action plans pertaining to DCS/PLC tasks.
  • Define spare parts and preventative maintenance requirements for DCS and related components.
  • Communicate and maintain proper documentation related to the DCS system status, changes, and coordinate/conduct personnel training for such related items as necessary.
  • Review facility DCS/PLC maintenance activities to ensure that manufacturing, construction, installation, and operational testing conform to all specifications, codes, and standards.
  • Arrange for contract services support for DCS/PLC program related activities as required.
  • Conduct failure mode analyses to identify units posing excessive failure risks and support proposed changes in design.
  • Assist in the training / coaching of hourly personnel in DCS/PLC operation, repairs and preventative maintenance.
  • Communicate employee concerns relating to DCS/PLC activities to appropriate supervision and management.
  • Participate in the establishment, development and implementation of a program for testing and maintenance of the plant's emergency shutdown systems and control systems in accordance with company guidelines, Codes, and governmental regulations.
  • Ensure Process Safety and Risk Management objectives are practiced daily through participation in Management of Change, Process Hazards Analysis, and Pre-startup Safety Review responsibilities.


Minimum Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or G.E.D.
  • 3 - 10 years DCS programming, troubleshooting, and maintaining DCS equipment experience (preferred).
  • Ability to develop, analyze, and troubleshoot scripts and queries.
  • High proficiency in Microsoft applications (such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to read, write and speak in English.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a team.
  • Ability to work weekends, holidays and respond to callouts on a non-routine basis.
  • Physical requirements - Must be able to lift 40 lbs, climb ladders and stairs. Walking, bending, stooping is required. Must be able to wear personal protective equipment including the use of a respirator. Must be able to respond to visual and audible alarms.


Additional Desired Qualifications:
  • Good working knowledge of SAP.
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering discipline.

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Size
11,678 employees
Market Cap
$56.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$14.8 billion
Founded
1920
5 Year Trend
+20.7%
Revenue
$17.9 billion
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