Process Controls Engineer

Air Products

. Provide process control systems engineering support for production facilities in the Baton Rouge / Geismar, Louisiana region .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeBaton Rouge • Louisiana • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in process automation systems and instrumentation engineering, with a focus on control systems (DCS/PLC), safety instrumented systems, and cybersecurity in industrial environments. Proven ability to lead improvement projects, optimize plant reliability, and effectively communicate complex technical information.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Process Automation SystemsControl Systems (DCS/PLC)Siemens PCS7 or ABB 800xAField InstrumentationCybersecurity in Industrial Control Systems

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Hard Skills

Process Automation EngineeringControl Logic ImplementationRoot Cause AnalysisPreventive MaintenanceProgrammingSafety Instrumented SystemsLevel MeasurementTemperature MeasurementPressure MeasurementFlow Measurement

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsTeam CollaborationSelf-MotivationEffective Presentation

Industry Keywords

Instrumentation EngineeringPlant ReliabilityOperational SafetyLifecycle ManagementAutomation Vendor Collaboration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide process control systems engineering support for production facilities in the Baton Rouge / Geismar, Louisiana region
Support daily operation of control systems within overall facility operations
Build and implement changes to improve safety and operability
Conduct root cause analyses internally and with automation vendors
Identify, complete, and support improvement projects related to DCS and SIS systems
Plan and support the long-term lifecycle of control systems, including programming, preventive maintenance, and upgrade migrations
Address instrumentation and automation system obsolescence
Implement changes to control logic, HMI, and databases, and document those changes
Align with local I&E technicians and provide support and leadership for instrument-related activities
Improve and optimize existing assets
Drive improvements in plant reliability, cybersecurity, and cost reduction
Meet organizational safety goals
Work closely with regional process controls engineers, plant process engineers, area managers, site supervisors, and operating staff
Support capital projects, plant production initiatives, operations and engineering standards, and reliability improvement efforts

Requirements

What you’ll need

Chemical, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with 10+ years of experience in process automation systems and/or instrumentation engineering
Must maintain a valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and the ability to access and safely operate a reliable personal vehicle on an ongoing basis
Must be legally eligible to work in the US without current or future sponsorship (e.g. temporary work visa or work permit)
Hands-on knowledge of control systems (DCS/PLC)
Experience with Siemens PCS7 or ABB 800xA preferred
Knowledge of field instrumentation, including valves and transmitters
Proficiency and experience with concepts related to level, temperature, pressure, and flow measurement
Foundational understanding of computer networks
General knowledge of cybersecurity as relates to industrial control systems
General knowledge of safety instrumented systems as applicable to mechanical integrity
Self-motivated with strong interpersonal and communication skills
Must be capable of working in a team environment with shared responsibilities
Effective communicator able to present complex topics to varied audiences, including customers, vendors, management, and site personnel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (day 1 of employment)
401k with 100% vested company matching & core contribution
Paid Vacation, holidays, flexible holiday + sick time
Paid Parental leave (Up to 8 weeks for both parents)
Backup Child and Adult Care benefit
Adoption assistance
Flexible spending accounts (medical, dependent daycare)
Life Insurance (AD&D- Paid for by Air Products), Supplemental AD&D
Legal Plan & Identity theft coverage
EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
Many more supplemental benefits available
Flexible hybrid remote/onsite work accommodation