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Corteva Agriscience Process Automation Engineer in Freeport, Texas
Description
At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what's next. No matter what your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture - solving the world's food problems through innovation, technology, and putting people first. We are currently seeking a Process Automation Engineer at our Freeport, TX site.
What You'll Do:
Support day-to-day operations to meet business needs
Utilize existing Process Control and plant performance indicators to monitor effectiveness of plant operation and the Process Control system
Monitor DCS Health, working with others to resolve issues
Monitor Top 10 alarms and IO points in manual
Monitor MOD Exception Report
Monitor other process automation KPIs
Facilitate Plant PA meeting to review above items and identify any opportunities
Assist/work with DXC (3rd party supplier) to resolve VAX issues if they arise
Identify and implement process automation improvements
Complete appropriate reviews on plant opportunities and Management of Change (MOC)
Perform code/configuration loading in simulation and production environments as required, following plant policies and procedures
Serve as owner and provide process automation strategy, configuration, and ongoing support needs
Perform process automation related activities on capital and improvement projects
Provide process automation checkout and start-up support of facilities in order to meet production schedules and meet business needs
Assist Manufacturing Engineers in troubleshooting process control problems.
Ensure adequate documentation systems for site control strategies to maintain the integrity of control strategies
Serve as owner of process control system infrastructure, programming, security, process information, and related management of change activity
Serve as or work closely with Functional Safety Experts to ensure all safety instrumented system requirements are met
Ensure all alarm management requirements are met
Qualifications
What Skills You Need:
BS degree in Engineering (e.g. Chemical, Electrical, Computer, or similar) preferred
High School Diploma or GED equivalent; associates degree in electrical, electronics, instrumentation, digital control systems, or related field preferred other sufficient knowledge and experience
Experience with ABB 800xA, MOD, and Rockwell distributed control systems preferred
Understanding of fundamental/advanced control strategies and loop tuning strategies
Understanding of control systems including specifying equipment, configuring network data points, building graphics, logic configuration, and performing system backups
Familiarity with theory of and specification of process instrumentation and analyzers
Understanding of Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements including safety instrumented systems (ISA-84) and management of change procedures
Familiarity with project management
What Makes You Stand Out:
Demonstrated attention to details
Ability to plan, prioritize and implement multiple concurrent projects
Good communication and presentation skills (both oral and written)
Good interpersonal and conflict resolution skills with the ability to influence managers, peers, and operations; able to take a “hands-on” approach with operators and technicians to get things done
Good analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to thrive in a team environment
Proven strong contributor with the capability to work independently
Benefits - How We'll Support You:
Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills
Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place
Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment
Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays
Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father
Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program
Learn more about our total rewards package here - Corteva Benefits (https://careers.corteva.com/2024-us-benefits-guide)
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Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.
Corteva Agriscience™ is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to boldly embracing the power of inclusion, diversity, and equity to enrich the lives of our employees and strengthen the performance of our company, while advancing equity in agriculture. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. Discrimination, harassment and retaliation are inconsistent with our values and will not be tolerated. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit:
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