Jobs in Brandon

Purpose

As a key member of the EC&I Team, ensuring new and repeat batch processes are brought online on time and within budget. Provide technical support to the maintenance technicians. Support the Manufacturing facilities in production. Contribute and deliver capital projects. Ensure regulatory compliance.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

Key Accountabilities

Design, develop, and maintain control systems using Siemens PCS7 and S7 PLCs.

Troubleshoot and resolve control system issues to minimize downtime and ensure continuous production.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize process control and improve operational efficiency.

Develop and implement control strategies for new and existing processes.

Provide technical support, coaching and knowledge sharing to engineers, technicians and plant operators.

Reason: This better reflects collaborative working and development across the workforce rather than focusing solely on hierarchical job levels.

Participate in HAZOP (Hazard and Operability) studies and risk assessments, including Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA).

Maintain accurate documentation of control systems and modifications.

Implement and manage OT cybersecurity measures to protect control systems from cyber threats, ensuring compliance with IEC 62443 standards.

Develop and maintain safety programming on PCS7, ensuring compliance with IEC 61511 standards.

Manage alarm systems in accordance with IEC 62682 standards to ensure effective alarm management and operator response.

Write and contribute to the development of process control narratives, User Requirement Specifications (URS), and Functional Design Specifications (FDS) documents

Lead and participate in commissioning activities, including system testing, validation, and start-up support

SHEQ Management

Ensure compliance with COMAH regulations and other relevant safety standards.

Team Building & Incentive

Assist in the generation, data collection and monitoring of key performance indicators (KPIs).

Organize and deliver SHE related training modules for staff.

Communication

Verbal and written communication within Engineering Team.

Participate in interdepartmental communications.

Confidentiality

Follow company policies and procedures to keep confidentiality on sensitive information.

Others

Carry out other duties as directed by EC&I Engineering Leader

Skills & Qualifications

Education

Essential

Degree, HNC/HND, apprenticeship, or equivalent qualification and/or relevant industry experience in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Instrumentation, or a related discipline.

Key Skills

Essential

Extensive experience with Siemens PCS7 and S7 PLCs.

Strong knowledge of COMAH regulations and safety standards.

Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex control system issues.

Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Work Experience

Demonstrable experience in control systems engineering within a chemical manufacturing, process industry, or similarly regulated environment, with the ability to independently design, commission, troubleshoot and maintain complex control systems