BYK Additives & Instruments is one of the world's leading suppliers in the field of additives and measuring instruments. Around the world, the additives of BYK ensure that coatings and plastics precisely obtain the desired properties and the correct quality.
We're looking for a highly motivated, experienced Engineer to join our facilities team!
Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefit plans eligible to enroll within 30 days of hire
Annual Merit increases, Bonuses, and 401K Discretionary company match.
Opportunity for advancement and training opportunities for all employees.
KEY CAPABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE:
Distributed Control Systems (DCS/Emerson DeltaV preferred)
Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
Services Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)
Advanced Process Control (APC)
Understanding of industrial communication protocols a plus (EthernetIP, ModbusTCP/IP, HART, OPC)
Understanding of Windows Hyper-V Virtual environment, Emerson Virtualization, Thin Clients a plus
SKILLS:
Verbal and written communication
Organizational ability
People skills
Developing the best course of action based on available information
Project management
Determine and implement safe working procedures for the technicians and electricians working on controls and instrumentation in the plant
Troubleshoot and resolve technical problems presented by the project assignments
Troubleshoot and repair existing controls & instrumentation systems
Lead/Assist in the installation of new controls & instrumentation systems in the plant, working closely with plant personnel, vendors, and engineers
Assist engineers, contractors, and vendors with the design, purchase, construction and installation of controls & instrumentation systems and equipment
Inspect and approve work performed by technicians and electricians
Develop and implement training programs for Process Engineers and Maintenance personnel
Proficient with Microsoft products (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)
ATTITUDE:
Success-oriented
Team player
Continuous improvement
Maintain control in difficult situations
Problem solver
Able to work with minimal oversight, identifying areas of opportunity and process improvements.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Designing and developing new control systems
Testing, maintaining, and modifying existing systems
Providing technical guidance for Engineers, Technicians, and Operators
Working collaboratively with design engineers, operation engineers, purchasers, and other internal staff
Project management within cost and time constrained environments
Troubleshooting and problem-solving
Recommending reliability improvements
Specifying and purchasing equipment
Assisting in the development and maintenance of Process Control Narratives
Developing and maintaining a 5-year rolling plan to upgrade and maintain process control equipment
Developing and programming process control logic in DCS, PLC, VFDs, and SCADA systems
Accepting responsibility and a level of accountability commensurate with the seniority of the position
Training engineers, maintenance personnel, and plant operators in the areas of process controls
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent
5+ years industrial experience in fast-paced production environments
In-depth knowledge of process instrumentation and industrial control systems including PLC programming, DCS, Panel view HMI screens, SCADA Application programming
In-depth knowledge and strong experience of motor controls, HMIs and VFDs
Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to analyze and resolve issues in a timely manner
Ability to read P&IDs and electrical schematics
SAP knowledge a plus
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronic, Control or Automation Engineering is preferred
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Possess strong communication skills
Possess the ability to translate project needs into the design and development of automation, controls, and equipment to solve uniquely challenging problems
Excellent problem-solving skills
Ability to think outside the box
In the ALTANA Group, you will work in a unique culture of innovation where the utmost importance is attached to promoting individual ideas and abilities as well as open, trusting interaction. ALTANA AG and its subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.