Process Controls Engineer

Who We Are

Hargrove supplies unparalleled services in engineering, procurement, construction management, and technical services in the industrial, commercial, and government sectors. With over 2,700 Teammates in 19 offices domestically and internationally, we build long-term support relationships in the energy generation, manufacturing, research and development, and process-heavy industry in on-site support arrangements, in plant-level small projects and consulting roles, and in larger capital projects.

Hargrove’s key operating principle is to provide the Right People, in the Right Place, at the Right Time. We believe that relationships and partnering together provide the best results and long-term benefits for our clients.

Work-life balance and flexibility are important areas of focus for Hargrove. We’re happy to discuss flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and the business.

What You'll Be Doing

Job Scope: As the Process Controls Engineer you will design, maintain, support, and improve site process automation systems. This position will serve as a key technical resource to lead and support plant optimization efforts regarding capacity, cost, quality, and environmental improvements utilizing process control techniques. Primary focus of this role will be system administrator for process control network with emphasis on identifying and implementing process improvements for DCS and PLC based systems and troubleshooting cyber threats. You will manage the physical processes and equipment in an industrial setting in Okmulgee, OK.

Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Designs and develops industrial control system solutions including Distributed Control System Programmable Logic Controller and Human Machine Interface programs to address operational needs for new construction projects, maintenance projects or operational requests.

• Implementing software updates, patches, and managing network data and files.

• Create, manage, testing and archiving of backups and disaster recovery files for critical systems and networks.  

• Monitor KPI's for PCN and initiate corrective actions as necessary.

• Ensuring seamless data flow and connectivity between enterprise business systems and industrial production systems.

•  Work with plant management, engineers, maintenance and contractors and to provide expert guidance; leadership and assistance to facility Control System Specialists, upgrade projects, troubleshooting, etc.
  Communicate and maintain proper documentation related to the DCS system status, changes, and coordinate and conduct personnel training for such related items as necessary.

• Provide technical support for process safety efforts, such as Process Hazard Assessment and Management of Change.

• Investigate new technology, along with methods to improve cybersecurity and system performance as it relates to automation.
  Provide automation solution estimates to project managers, facility engineers, and others.

• Provide support to Capital projects, including expansion, regulatory and modification projects, working as SME for Process Control Network

• Support control system and safety instrumented system, programmable logic controller, maintenance and test planning as required, software upgrades, emergency shutdown testing, offline and online testing, and coordination of activities with or without plant shutdowns.

• Expert on control system networking and industrial instrumentation devices.

• Understanding of networking protocols

• Hands on experience with monitoring, network diagnostic, and network analytics tools. 

Ideal Background

Education: Engineering Degree in Electrical or Chemical from an ABET accredited college or university highly preferred.

Experience: Requires 1+ years of relevant industrial experience in chemical, petroleum, or biochemical process design engineering.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience designing, commissioning and maintenance of DCS based control systems in 24/7 manufacturing facility

• Experience supporting/maintaining industrial automation network

• Experience with firewalls, DMVPN remote implementation, troubleshooting, and problem resolution.

• Familiarity with network monitoring and management tools.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet deadlines and provide a high level of service.

• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex data, draw conclusions and then develop and execute problem solutions

• Understanding of ICS architecture and environment including operational aspects such as reliability, redundancy, high availability, remote support, business continuity and disaster recovery

• Demonstrated high level of integrity, thoroughness, creativity, flexibility, initiative, and productive, collaborative teamwork is a must

• Experience with Delta V, Allen Bradley and PI systems is desirable

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; excellent interpersonal communication skills are necessary

• Ability to plan, prioritize, and execute controls projects effectively and independently

• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously under various deadlines

• GIAC certifications such as GCFA, GNFA, GRID are a plus

• Design, configure, and maintain the functionality and efficiency of network infrastructure. 

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.

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Hargrove Culture

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe. 

Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.

As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.