SIS Systems Engineer

The SIS Systems Engineer will serve as the site subject matter expert for functional safety, lifecycle management, and performance support for Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) and Distributed Control System(s) across site applications and system software.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support system lifecycle planning for SIS/DCS initiatives, including upgrade study efforts
• Lead technical execution for medium to large SIS/DCS projects, covering design, installation, testing, commissioning, and operational acceptance
• Lead or support new SIS systems and modifications to existing SIS installations
• Verify Safety Integrity Level (SIL) targets are met through proper design and calculations
• Develop and implement strategies for factory acceptance test (FAT) and software acceptance test (SAT)
• Develop and deploy regulatory, supervisory, advanced control, and optimization schemes
• Collaborate with Operations to analyze and reduce unnecessary alarms
• Analyze and improve SIS/DCS interlocking strategies
• Identify opportunities to optimize system performance and develop process control projects based on those opportunities
• Analyze and drive mitigation of control system risks, including system security and network management
• Develop recommendations for instrumentation upgrades to improve plant EHS and stability performance
• Develop and deliver training to strengthen operator and engineering knowledge of interlock actions
• Lead or support Management of Change (MOC) for control-related projects
• Lead or support control system incident investigations
• Understand SIS standards and implement related projects
• Ensure proper documentation, validation, and audit readiness for SIS systems
• Obtain stakeholder buy-in and support project justification
• Serve as a technical resource to Operations during abnormal conditions
• Develop and improve site control system procedures, policies, and standards
• Coach, guide, and train technicians and operators on using control system technology and equipment
• Support Process Automation operations by attending HAZOPs, PHA’s, LOPA, and MOC meetings
• Maintain and update DCS/SIS/PLC hardware and software
• Troubleshoot, analyze, develop, and implement improvements and mitigation strategies to maintain SIS system performance
• Train Operations personnel on control-related improvements
• Respond in a timely manner to plant and control system issues

Requirements

• BS Degree in Chemical/Electrical/Control Systems Engineering/Computer Science or 5+ years in a related field
• 5+ years automation experience in a chemical/petrochemical industry (preferred)
• 5+ years leading DCS/SIS projects (DCS & PLC project experience is a plus)
• Recent experience with regulatory and advanced process control methods
• Knowledge of chemical manufacturing process control and field instrumentation
• Knowledge of process control software such as Logmate and IP21
• Willingness to attend training courses as required
• Computer proficiency (Excel, Access, SQL, etc.)
• Instrument and electrical knowledge and/or experience
• Proven experience with modern DCS systems such as Emerson DeltaV SIS or Rockwell Aadvance SIS (experience with Emerson DeltaV or Yokogawa Centum VP is a plus)
• Proven experience applying process historian tools such as IP21
• Knowledge and experience with Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS)
• Experience with Process Safety Management (PSM)
• Demonstrated high energy and execution focus
• Demonstrated project management and facilitation skills
• Self-starter with the ability to work with minimum supervision
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills; ability to work and lead in a team-oriented environment
• Must submit application online and upload a resume via the Apply Now/Apply option
• Must be 18 years or older
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work for SABIC in the United States on a full-time basis

Technologies

• IEC 61511
• IS84
• Logmate
• IP21
• Excel
• Access
• SQL
• Emerson DeltaV SIS
• Rockwell Aadvance SIS
• Emerson DeltaV
• Yokogawa Centum VP
• HAZOP’s
• PHA’s
• LOPA
• MOC
• DCS
• SIS
• PLC
• Process historian

Work Availability

• Regular, predictable attendance is essential
• Willingness to work Monday - Friday during assigned hours and other hours as needed for business requirements

Work Location

• In person
• Mount Vernon, IN