Senior Process Control & Automation Specialist

LANXESS Water Treatment & Liquid Purification • Elmira, Ontario, Canada • 5h ago

Employee Type:

Who We Are

Elmira

West Hill

Job Highlights

Assist and support the LAB Global PCT Manager to develop and/or implement standards and technical requirements for all LAB sites, aligned with the requirements of the PCT Global Competence Centre.
Provide technical expertise and assistance to LAB sites in the implementation of PCT Functional Safety initiatives. This includes providing technical support to site PCT engineers and PPS colleagues during HAZOP reviews and supporting the creation and/or validation of all Functional Safety documentation as required.
Provide expertise and support to site PCT engineers in the deployment, commissioning, and functional verification of Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS). Provide Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) programming and on-going support to respective sites.
Provide engineering and technical support for PCT capital projects at LAB sites, ensuring that the projects are executed according to LANXESS project management guidelines and standards.
Consult with site PCT personnel to identify relevant Process Optimization opportunities with the purpose of empowering the workforce and optimizing operations at specific sites. Facilitate with site personnel to develop and implement these opportunities in a cost effective and safe manner. These opportunities are related to:
Support site PCT engineers in the development of S-88 batch methodologies that align with business goals/objectives to streamline process operations that improve process quality and yield, while reducing raw material usage and energy. Provide support and guidance to site PCT engineers to successfully implement and deliver these strategies and methodologies.
Support site personnel to gain insight, select, and develop relevant advanced control and AI opportunities within a particular process.
Aid site PCT engineers and maintenance engineers to recognize and employ predictive intelligence technologies to determine asset health and utilize predictive analytics to improve equipment reliability at the site.
Assist and provide guidance to sites to ensure that their critical OT infrastructure is secure, dependable and complaint with LANXESS and industry standards.
Support site engineers in developing process control strategies, specifying, and selecting specific field instrumentation to implement these strategies.

Requirements

Certified FSE and/or able to demonstrate competence in the field of Functional Safety.
High level and wide range of PCT knowledge and experience.
Project management experience, with an elevated level of accuracy and diligence.
Knowledgeable and understanding to seamlessly deploy automation strategies to maximize benefits at the site with minimum impact.
Must have good interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to interact at all organizational levels.
Engineering degree with 5 year's PCT engineering experience OR Technologist Diploma 10 year's PCT engineering experience.

What We Offer You

Compensation: We offer competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program and an individual performance bonus program.
Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a variety of benefits to support your financial security, health and wellbeing including retirement plans, health programs, life insurance and medical care.
Work-Life \& Flexibility: We support you in maintaining a balance between working hours and personal life. With our global "Xwork" program, we offer flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate.
Training \& Development: We are committed to your professional and personal development and encourage you in the ongoing pursuit of education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning.
Diversity: At LANXESS, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age. We believe in fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We adhere to all applicable federal, provincial, and local laws regarding nondiscrimination in employment, including the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, ensuring fair and equitable treatment for all candidates.

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