Process Control & Automation Specialist (Entry Level) Position : Process Control and Automation Specialist - Entry LevelJob SummaryThe Process Control and Automation Specialist works alongside other Process Control team members to provide boots on ground and first-line support for Selkirk industrial control systems. This includes field hardware, control software, and applications. Daily activities may involve troubleshooting hardware, control logic and applications for various manufacturers such as Valmet/NovaTech D3 DCS, Emerson DeltaV DCS, GE PLCs, Emerson PLCs, SoftPLC, AspenTech IP21, and PlantTriage software. The role also supports scope development meetings with unit engineers, optimizes plant running conditions, investigates/improves control logic, participates in HAZOP reviews, and assists in alarm management.Basic electrical knowledge is required; some offsite training may be needed to obtain safety awareness and skills for safe job performance. The successful candidate will complete further educational training (as required), on-the-job training, and vendor training programs to learn the systems used on this manufacturing site. They must demonstrate self-initiative in acquiring skills—seeking guidance from team members, working with other site teams, contacting vendors, reading literature, self-learning, etc.Initial months will involve higher computer interaction as the candidate learns the applications and software. Over time, daily tasks typically shift toward a 50/50 computer/field work environment, though this may vary by task and business needs.How You Can Be the ImpactWork with Operations and Maintenance to identify and remediate operational issues, including reading/interpreting application code to pinpoint problems.Execute process control Work Orders: add/delete/modify control tags, console configurations, determine IO availability, IO checkout, PMs, code interpretation, graphics changes, etc.Execute assigned Engineering Service Requests (ESRs) ranging from small to large projects, including adding new points, creating control narratives, identifying interlocks, designing and coding logic into a DCS and/or PLCs.Perform value-added activities such as system backups/restores, spare parts management, asset management, root cause correction, system health monitoring, hardware diagnostics/replacement.Support site process control system infrastructure, including patching and upgrades.Support assignments to update or create procedures, standards, and preventative maintenance steps.Support execution of the Tech Refresh (obsolescence hardware replacement).What Matters to SABICDemonstrated personal commitment to safety, environmental, health, and security practices.High school diploma or GED equivalent3+ years of instrument experience in a manufacturing environmentFamiliarity with industrial control equipment such as DCS, PLCs, and HMIsBasic electrical knowledgeBasic to intermediate Microsoft Windows computer skills and Microsoft OfficeDirect experience or familiarity with computer programs / code / scriptingInterest in learning about industrial control systems, hardware, configuration, applications, operator interfaces, and protocolsAbility to read electrical and schematic wiring diagrams and P&ID'sAbility to troubleshoot instrumentation and electrical issuesAbility to work with others outside your area of expertise to troubleshoot problemsAbility to identify value-added tasks and work independentlyAbility to work in a team, resolve technical issues, and share knowledgeEffective verbal and written communicationCommitment to timely completion of a training program (vendor training, online training, college courses, on-the-job training); tuition reimbursement is availableAbility to work overtime as required, including occasional call-ins and weekendsDesired SkillsDirect experience with industrial control equipment (DCS, PLC, HMIs)ISA CCST certificationsPost-secondary training in electrical, instrumentation, or industrial controlPost-secondary training in computer science, networking, or programming; Microsoft or Cisco certificationsExperience writing deployable code in a plant or business environmentPhysical RequirementsAbility to lift 50 poundsEligibility RequirementsYou must submit your application for employment online to be considered. Please submit your resume using the “Apply Now/Apply” option on this page.You must be 18 years or olderThis position does not offer sponsorship for work visas or authorization. Applicants must have the right to work in the United States without sponsorship, now and in the future, to be considered for this role.Work AvailabilityRegular, predictable attendance is essential. Applicants must be regularly available and willing to work Monday – Friday during assigned hours and as needed to meet business needs.We are proud to be a diverse and equal opportunity employer with a culture of respect and inclusion.We're removing non-relevant postings and focusing on the role itself. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at SABIC.#J-18808-Ljbffr