About this role
Job title: Senior Process Control Engineer
About the Role The Senior Process Control Engineer will provide technical, project, and troubleshooting support for process control systems across Linde’s HYCO operations, including SMR, ATR, and ASU facilities nationwide. You will lead control-system upgrades, guide engineering and operations teams, implement advanced process control improvements, and ensure systems meet safety and regulatory standards.
What You'll Do
- Provide technical, project, and troubleshooting support for process control systems across LGUS Hydrogen and Carbon Monoxide (HYCO) operations.
- Monitor and control systems for Steam Methane Reforming (SMR), Autothermal Reformer (ATR), and Air Separation Unit (ASU) facilities nationwide; plan and implement upgrades; support training, maintenance, and environmental compliance.
- Serve as a technical lead, guiding engineering, maintenance, and operations personnel; develop and implement advanced process control improvements; contribute to preventive and corrective maintenance of advanced process control systems.
- Ensure all control system changes follow Management of Change (MOC) protocols; participate in long-range capital planning, forecasting, and control system lifecycle management; support cybersecurity practices for industrial control systems.
- Develop, update, and execute functional test procedures; ensure new systems and equipment meet Linde standards and specifications; provide off-hours support to resolve critical control-system issues as needed.
- Apply expertise in Safety Requirements Specifications (SRS), Safety Integrity Levels (SIL), and ISA84 standards; demonstrate strong project management, independent decision-making, and collaboration focused on safety, cost, and operational efficiency.
- Travel up to 25% to support operations across U.S. locations.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering or ten (10) years or more experience in Control Systems or Computer Related Field.
- Minimum of five (5) years of chemical industry experience.
- Knowledge of Process Automation including design/implementation of complex control strategies.
- Advanced understanding of continuous chemical processes.
- Working knowledge of primary instrumentation; proficiency with schematic wiring diagrams and P&ID.
- Experience with managing Control System Upgrades.
Compensation & Benefits Linde offers competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package including health, dental, disability, and life insurance, paid holidays and vacation, 401(k) matching, pension benefits, an employee discount program, and opportunities for educational and professional growth.