Technical Engineer - Process Automation & Controls

Shape the Future with Us. At Lubrizol, we’re transforming the transportation, industrial application, and consumer markets through science, sustainability, and a culture of inclusion. As part of our global team, you’ll be empowered to make a real impact—on your career, your community, and the world around you.

Location: Deer Park, TX

Travel: None

Job Type: Full-time; On-site

How You’ll Make An Impact

As a Technical Engineer - Process Automation & Controls, you'll be at the forefront of our innovation by driving best in class solutions to meet rigorous internal standards and compliance requirement for projects across our Deer Park, TX facility. In this role, you will:

• Provide excellent technical acumen with Process Automation & Control technologies and their application in industrial settings.
• Provide technical leadership with Emerson DeltaV Process Control systems.
• Oversee the installation configuration, and integration of automation/process control, and systems through commissioning and handover.
• Demonstrate a safety conscious mindset.
• Provide extensive expertise with programming languages including developing control narratives, graphics, technical specifications, testing, and documentation.
• Specify and source components/equipment/instruments/sensors, materials for our projects keeping safety as a priority.
• Lead the Safety Integrated Systems (SIS) development and integration in capital projects.
• Design and develop control systems using DCS, PLCS, SCADA, HMI and other technologies.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement safety protocols.
• Participate in Process Hazard Analysis(PHA) and convert findings to actionable items.
• Collaborate and Communicate with our cross functional project teams while acting as consultant and technical leader with our staff, DCS technicians, vendors and contractors to ensure successful project delivery.
• Be a subject matter expert for Automation & Process Control for internal and external forums.
• Coach and train others.
• Present complicated technical subjects and materials to a diverse audience.
• Be a strong team player in a matrix organization involving complex project environment.
• Actively pursue new and future technologies for process control and automation.
• Represent Lubrizol in industry user forums.
• Demonstrate intellectual agility and flexibility.
• Ability to work indepedently with minimum guidance.
  
  

Required Qualifications That Enables Your Success

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Automation, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
• 5 years of experience as a Process Control/Automation Engineer or similar role in a chemical or petrochemical manufacturing industry.
• Experience demonstrated expertise with Emerson DeltaV Process Control Systems.
• Experience collaborating with cross functional project teams on multiple projects with responsibility to own design for the entire project life cycle.
• Experience with SAP, MS Office, MATLAB, Simulink, LabVIEW.
• Experience with programming languages used in automation (e.g. Ladder Logic, Function Block, Python, C , AI).
• Experience with automation systems including PLCs, SCADA, DCS, and HMI.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications That Drives You Forward

• Professional Engineer license.
  
  

Your Work Environment

Role

At Lubrizol, we’re committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where you can do your best work—whether in a lab, on the production floor, or in a hybrid office setting. Depending on your role, your work environment may include:

• Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods.
• Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided.
• Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment.
• Occasional lifting or movement of materials.
• Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards.
  
  

Benefits That Empower You

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans
• 401(k) match Age-Weighted Defined Contribution
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave
• Flexible work environment
• Learning and development opportunities
• Career and professional growth
• Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement
• Learn more at benefits.lubrizol.com
  
  

We continuously invest in our facilities and technologies to ensure they support your well-being, productivity, and growth. If you require reasonable accommodation, we are committed to working with you to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.

Lubrizol: Imagined for Life. Enabled by Science. ™ Delivered by You.

For nearly 100 years, The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, has been at the forefront of innovation to enhance everyday life, advance mobility, and make the modern world work better. Our specialty chemistry solutions—from engine oils, performance coatings, and skincare to medical devices and plumbing systems —are powered by the expertise, passion, and commitment of people like you.

We tackle the world’s toughest challenges with science-based solutions, deeply understanding our customers to deliver innovative chemistry and differentiated value. Our inclusive culture, dedication to safety, and incredible global talent drive our success. Our solutions meet the evolving needs of the modern world—brought to life by science and, most importantly, delivered by you.

Whether you're in the lab, on the production floor, or in the office, you'll be part of a team around the world that empowers you to think boldly, drive results, and contribute to solutions that shape a better, more sustainable future.

We win because of you. Let’s build the future together.