Process Control Engineer

Process Control Engineer Job ID 134307 Job Type Direct Hire Industry Mining & Metals Pay Rate $170,000 - $180,000 a year Location Mountain Pass, California, United States Talascend is currently seeking a Process Control Engineer for a direct hire opportunity with our client in Mountain Pass, California. Overview The process control engineer supports plant operations by designing, programming, troubleshooting, and maintaining

PLC/SCADA

systems, instrumentation, and control strategies to optimize manufacturing processes. The role involves working with various teams to implement projects, improve existing systems, and ensure operational efficiency. Responsibilities Support plant operations within the

PLC/SCADA

environment and update graphics within the

SCADA GE

iFix HMI Program ladder logic, function blocks, and structured text in RSLogix Generate equipment tag IDs within OSI-Soft PI and support Ethernet-based network infrastructure Troubleshoot and install process equipment such as actuated valves and instruments, remote I/O panels, SCADA servers, and workstations Draw and oversee new construction drawings and ensure design and project management standards are followed Design control and instrumentation systems, develop project scopes, and manage project timelines and budgets Work with process engineers to develop control schemes and strategies to meet plant operation requirements Program PLC logic and graphical HMI software, troubleshoot instrumentation, and resolve system issues Manage PI data historian tags, create graphical displays, and generate reports Assist in equipment setup, troubleshooting, and maintain process documentation Maintain I/O lists, control specifications, and P&IDs, and develop process control procedures Provide technical training and supervision to operators and processes Participate in ongoing process improvement projects and large capital projects as needed Identify production issues, bottlenecks, and work with cross-functional teams to resolve them Qualifications Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field (preferred) 5+ years of experience as a process control engineer in a chemical, mining, petroleum, or heavy industrial setting Must be authorized to work in the United States A valid driver's license and good driving record are required Preferred Qualifications Experience programming and troubleshooting PLC systems Experience in purchasing and setting up control and instrumentation systems (PLC with data historian) Experience with instrumentation such as temperature, pressure, control valves, flowmeters, pH, VFDs, etc. Experience with unit operations like reactors, filters, pumps, wet scrubbers, kilns, dryers Solvent extraction, chlor-alkali, or co-gen power plant experience is a plus Experience in daily maintenance troubleshooting and process improvements from concept to installation Knowledge of Allen Bradley ControlLogix/CompactLogix, RSLogix, RSLinx, RSNetworx for ControlNet, RS Factory Talk, HART protocols, and Microsoft SQL Server Ability to create, read, and modify electrical and control diagrams, PFDs, and P&IDs Production process tuning and optimization experience Strong communication and computer skills, including Microsoft Office We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary. Drug Screen may be required.