Senior Process Automation Technician

At a glance

Position:Senior Process Automation Technician

Primary Location:Fort Saskatchewan (AB, CAN), Alberta, Canada

Schedule:Full time

Date Posted:11/14/2024

Job Number:R2056349

Position Type:Regular

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we're passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.

Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We're a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you're looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you're in the right place.

About you and this role

Dowhas an exciting opportunity for a Gas Phase PolyethyleneSenior Process Automation Techniciansupporting the new LP8 plant in Dow's Alberta Operation's as part of the Path2Zero Project. This role is located inFort Saskatchewan (AB, CAN).

This individual would be the first point of contact for operations personnel seeking assistance with the plant control system (DCS) and process information system (MES). The PAT uses process control knowledge to maintain and improve the plant code, operation interface, hardware and information systems. They will do this by working with Support & Sustain (S&S), the MES Team, and the plant process control engineer to troubleshoot problems and implement improvements. The PAT seeks to identify deficiencies and improvement opportunities in the plant control and information systems.

Responsibilities

• Support LP8 project development and commissioning activities through RTO of the project.

• Participate in LP8 commissioning planning and execution at direction of CSU Leader, especially focused around the plant's instrumentation and automation systems.

• Work to develop plant's procedures and policies to protect and utilize the plant's process control and process information systems.

• Participate in reviews of facility process control code and development of Process Control Strategy Descriptions (PCSDs).

• Develop process control code and operator interface graphics to meet design criteria defined in PCSD layers 2 -3, utilizing the process control discipline section, SPP/GPM work processes and approved process control tools.

• Support day-to-day Process Automation activities at the plant such as making programing changes to improve asset performance, assist in troubleshooting control system issues, adding simple capabilities, etc.

• Provide turnaround (TA) and unplanned event (UPE) support.

• Ensure reliable, optimized plant operation by successfully managing and implementing Process Control related changes utilizing Process Control Work Process Discipline, Small Project Process (SPP), approved functional tools and Global Management of Change (MOC) process.

• Use troubleshooting techniques to identify cause of problems with process control code (including BPCS and SIS), operator interface or hardware and resolve these problems with stakeholder input.

• Subject Matter Expert (SME) of Process Control system and of efforts to reduce the frequency and severity of unplanned events (UPEs).

• Drive reduction of nuisance alarms, active alarms and IO-in-manual.

• Use process control and plant performance indicators to monitor the process control system and plant operation.

• Develop new plant performance indicators as needed.

• Train and coach operations on process control system changes.

• Assist in training of operations personnel on matters related to process control and process information systems and process control code.

• Monitor and manage plant information systems including running weekly check of the DCS and IP.21 systems. Use the ABB data mine tool to check the top alarms, active alarms and IO in manual each week.

• Coordinate with S&S to perform system updates to process control software and hardware.

• Coordinate with TES to perform needed updates to the MES hardware and software.

Critical Success Factors

• Being proficient in Microsoft applications, such as Word and Excel.

• Demonstrating competencies in the areas of leadership, initiative, teamwork, and interpersonal effectiveness.

• Ensuring a safe work environment by working safely and, complying with environmental, health and safety standards.

• Strong work ethic and being able to remain productive in an empowered team environment.

• Essential functions of this position may require, among other things, that the employee use particular types of equipment -- such as on-site safety equipment that has specific weight limitations whereby the individual's own weight, plus the weight of tools and other items and materials, must not exceed a certain threshold. (For example, some types of safety equipment may be rated for a maximum weight limit of 300 pounds total.) In the event a job offer for this position were (conditionally) extended, the individual will be appropriately evaluated in regard to their ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent is required.

• A minimum of 5 years relevant experience is required.

• Must be willing to work flexible hours to accommodate meetings with team members in different locations / time zones.

• Must be willing and able to meet physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.

• Must be willing and able to meet all applicable requirements related to business travel (e.g., as to immigration and visa rules, public-health mandates, airline rules, etc.) into and out of (and physical presence in) various countries worldwide.

• A minimum requirement for this position is the ability to work legally in Canada. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including any type of permanent residency support.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years or more in a Dow Polyethylene unit.

• Polyethylene plant turnaround experience.

• Polyethylene plant start-up / shutdown experience.

• Prior experience in Dow Gas Phase Polyethylene manufacturing.

• Certifications as Panel/Board operator in Operations.

• Strong demonstrated technical, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.

• Experience with ABB Control Systems.

• Experience with IP.21 platform.

• Experience work in with OPD and the MOC tool.

• Familiarization with LOPA and Safety Instrumented Systems.

Additional Notes

• This role is located in Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta, Canada.

• This position does not offer relocation assistance.

Benefits - What Dow offers you

We invest in you.

Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.

Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee

• Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.

• Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.

• Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.

• Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).

• Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only).

• Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees' Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.

• Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.

• Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.

• Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.

• Competitive yearly vacation allowance.

• Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).

• Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.

• Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group's (ERG) participation.

• Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.

• On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).

• Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.

• Additionally, some of our locations might offer:

• Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)

• Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)

• Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)

Join our team, we can make a difference together.

About Dow

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