Control Engineer
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Position Overview & Specifications
We have a fantastic opportunity for Control Engineer to join our clients' team based in Grangemouth.
Job Purpose
- Provide and maintain controls and advanced applications (abnormal situation management, optimisation, etc.) to meet business unit HSE/reliability and commercial targets.
- To act as owner for software configuration of the DCS / SCADA systems and supporting applications
Role Responsibilities
- Monitor and maintain existing control/automation applications so that they continue to deliver safe, reliable and optimal plant operation for the company's business.
- Develop and improve existing control/automation applications so that they continue to meet the requirements of the company
- Identify, design and implement new control/automation applications to improve HSE, reliability and optimal plant operation to meet the reliability and growth targets of the site businesses.
- Supply control engineering support across the whole project lifecycle, to the Study teams, Projects and TAR teams to allow them to deliver effective solutions to meet the requirements of the site businesses.
- Maintain control/automation application software to ensure maximum availability to deliver benefits to the Grangemouth site.
- Prepare and present control/automation application training to control room operators and other personnel so that they can operate their plants to meet business targets.
- Monitor and evaluate developments in the field of control/automation from our technology providers, academia and Engineering Institutions to keep the site businesses informed of trends in manufacturing technology.
Required Qualifications/ Skills
- Preferred chartered Chemical and/or Control Engineer, with at least 5 years industrial experience.
- Working expertise of at least one site DCS. (Honeywell TDC3000/TPS/Experion preferable, other DCS will be considered)
- A good understanding of Refining and/or other continuous petrochemical/power-steam generation processes.
- Understanding of process dynamics and control engineering principles;
- Experience in the design and commissioning of control applications;
- Knowledge and understanding of alarm systems and user interface standards
- Working knowledge of windows operating systems, networks, and software administration.
- Good interpersonal skills to communicate with Shift Operators, Shift Leaders, Process Engineers, Production planning, management and third parties
- Demonstrates ability to identify business improvement possibilities.
- Determine appropriate solutions to complex technical problems
Desirable Skills
- Experience in cyber securing applications and responsibilities in a modern OT environment.
- Experienced in the design and commissioning of multivariable control applications e.g. DMC+/ RMPCT
- Understanding of SIS technology & legal requirements/standards.
- Understanding and experience in configuring real-time information systems. e.g. PI / PHD / IP21
- Economic evaluation of projects and technologies.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Architectural & Engineering Services
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Control Engineer roles across Booth Welsh Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Architectural & Engineering Services.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £50,000 - £65,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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