Manufacturing Process Control Engineer

Job Summary:

The Mid-Level Manufacturing Process Control Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing process control strategies to improve manufacturing efficiency, quality, and safety. This role handles complex troubleshooting, process data analysis, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure stable and efficient production processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and optimize control strategies for manufacturing processes using control system tools and software.

• Analyze process data and performance trends to identify and resolve inefficiencies or deviations.

• Lead troubleshooting efforts on process control issues affecting product quality or production stability.

• Collaborate with production, maintenance, quality, and engineering teams to support continuous improvement initiatives.

• Participate in process control system upgrades, commissioning, and validation activities.

• Maintain detailed process documentation, control loop configurations, and change records.

• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards in all process control activities.

• Mentor junior engineers and support their development in process control techniques.

Key Focus Areas:

1. Control Strategy Development:
   Design and refine process control loops and automation to optimize production.

2. Data Analysis & Troubleshooting:
   Use data-driven approaches to diagnose and solve process control problems.

3. Cross-Functional Collaboration:
   Work closely with operations, maintenance, and quality to implement solutions.

4. Project Participation:
   Support and lead control system upgrades, commissioning, and validation.

5. Documentation & Compliance:
   Maintain accurate records and ensure adherence to industry standards.

6. Mentoring & Development:
   Guide junior engineers and contribute to team knowledge sharing.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.

• 3-6 years of experience in process control engineering within manufacturing or process industries.

• Strong knowledge of control systems, process instrumentation, and automation tools.

• Experience with control system software such as DCS, PLC programming, or process simulators.

• Analytical problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

• Familiarity with safety and quality regulations relevant to manufacturing.