Process Controls Engineer
Location: Baltimore, MD
Are you a problem-solver who thrives at the intersection of automation, data, and manufacturing? Join this team in Baltimore and play a key role in optimizing and advancing process control systems within a dynamic chemical production environment.
This is an opportunity to make a real impact—enhancing system performance, improving plant reliability, and driving continuous improvement in a safety-first culture.
What You’ll Do | job description | responsibilities
As a Process Controls Engineer, you’ll be the driving force behind the performance and reliability of our process control systems. You’ll collaborate across engineering, operations, and maintenance to deliver smarter, more efficient solutions.
- Lead the day-to-day performance and reliability of the plant’s Process Control Network
- Partner with instrumentation and maintenance teams to implement automation and system enhancements
- Design and optimize control strategies to improve throughput, efficiency, and uptime
- Troubleshoot and resolve control system issues alongside cross-functional teams
- Maintain and update system documentation, including P&IDs and operating procedures
- Coordinate system upgrades, patches, and software updates with IT and engineering
- Analyze process data to identify trends and opportunities for continuous improvement
- Support capital projects by managing process controls and instrumentation scope
- Ensure all systems and processes meet safety, environmental, and regulatory standards
What You Bring | Qualifications | Required Skills and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
- 3+ years of experience in process controls, automation, or manufacturing environments
- Hands-on expertise with PLCs, instrumentation, and control system programming
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills
- Proven ability to manage projects and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
- A strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
Why apply to this career opportunity?
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
- Medical, dental, and life insurance
- 401(k) with company support
- Generous paid time off
- Opportunity to work on impactful projects in a growing operation
- A collaborative team environment where your ideas are valued
Additional Information
Physical Requirements: Candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as needed.
Equal Opportunity Employer: We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
- 3+ years of experience in process controls, automation, or manufacturing environments
- Hands-on expertise with PLCs, instrumentation, and control system programming
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage projects and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
- Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
What We Do
Helping your business reach your hiring goals The business world changes constantly. For companies to remain competitive, they need to be more nimble than ever. But identifying and hiring talent is rarely easy. That's where our team of experts come in. Our philosophy Each situation (and company) is unique. One-size-fits-all approaches will never help your business reach its full potential. Custom solutions take advantage of opportunities that your competitors can't. That's what we deliver to you. Our commitment to results When we work with you, we roll up our sleeves and become your business partner. Our success is measured by the success of your company. That's why we invest whatever resources are needed to get and keep your business on the right track. Our experience We know the challenges businesses face today. Our recruiters have years of experience in identifying and intriguing talent. Access to specialized recruiters all over the globe LaBine and Associates is a member of NPA Worldwide, 60+ year old global network of highly specialized recruiters, enabling us to partner with experts to fill your roles. NPAworldwide membership is offered on a selective basis to recruitment firms with a proven track record of both experience and success. Trust, reliability, and integrity are hallmarks of our cooperative environment. • Successful placements made in all industries and occupations on a global basis • Access to a private network of recruiter-sourced candidates on a global basis • Whether you have a specialised local role to fill or need to find talent overseas, NPAworldwide members rely on their network connections to deliver results.
