About this role
Job title: Advanced Process Control Engineer
About the Role Advanced Process Control Engineer to develop, implement, and optimize APC and Real-Time Optimization (RTO) applications to maximize refinery performance and profitability at Flint Hills Resources in Corpus Christi, TX. You will collaborate with site teams and cross-site resources to modernize process control capabilities and deliver high uptime and value.
What You'll Do
- Identify and implement APC and RTO process control applications that align with our business vision, working with site team members and cross-site resources.
- Team up with Operations and other Process Control Capability team members to ensure process control applications are functioning as designed, delivering real benefits, and running with high uptimes.
- Make ongoing improvements to existing APC and RTO application models and configuration.
- Implement new APC and RTO technologies, including non-linear models and AI / machine learning algorithms.
- Find innovative ways to align economic strategies and process control strategies to fully optimize the refinery.
- Mentor other less-experienced process control engineers in APC and RTO technologies.
- Collaborate with other process control, automation, and innovation resources throughout FHR and Koch Industries via knowledge networks and conferences.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
- Experience working in the refining or chemical processing industries.
- Experience with delivering value-added process control and APC applications (multi-variable, model-based solutions).
Nice to Have
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering.
- 5+ years of APC experience in the refining or chemical processing industries.
- Experience with AspenTech applications (DMC3, Aspen IQ, Aspen Watch, GDOT, HYSYS, etc.).
- Experience with the Emerson DeltaV DCS system.
- This role is subject to the Transportation Workers Identification Credentialing (TWIC) rule and requires the successful candidate to obtain a TWIC identification badge, allowing for un-escorted access to the facility within a specific time period.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary commensurate with experience; no explicit range provided.
- Benefits include medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Eligibility criteria vary by geographic region.
- If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.