Process Control Engineer

Process Control Engineer – Refinery (Contract) | Big Spring, TX

Overview

We are seeking experienced Process Control Engineers to support refinery operations in Big Spring, TX. This role will focus on providing hands-on control system support, optimizing unit performance, and ensuring safe, reliable operation across key refinery processes.

The ideal candidate brings strong refinery experience and can quickly contribute to both day-to-day operations and troubleshooting efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide process control support for refinery units, ensuring stable and efficient operations
• Monitor and troubleshoot control systems, including loop tuning and performance optimization
• Partner with operations and engineering teams to resolve process upsets and operational issues
• Review and improve control strategies to align with current plant conditions and production goals
• Support root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for recurring issues
• Perform field verification activities such as instrumentation checks, loop validation, and system walkdowns
• Assist with unit optimization and continuous improvement initiatives

Unit Experience (Preferred)

• Hydrotreating
• Reforming
• Utilities systems, including:
• Boilers
• Boiler Feed Water (BFW) systems
• Wastewater treatment

Qualifications

• 5 years of refinery experience preferred (process control or process engineering background)
• Hands-on experience with process control systems in a refining environment
• Strong understanding of process dynamics, control strategies, and unit operations
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and solve moderately complex operational problems
• Comfortable working in both field and control room environments
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Work Environment & Schedule

• Onsite role in Big Spring, TX
• Combination of control room support and field-based activities
• Standard refinery work schedule, with flexibility based on operational needs