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Process Automation Engineer

Trinseo
Kent, DE Full Time
POSTED ON 12/19/2025 CLOSED ON 2/14/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Automation Engineer position at Trinseo?

Overview
Trinseo is a different kind of global materials company – at the intersection of people, technology, and customers. We are a world leader in the production of plastics and latex binders. Our culture is built on passion and innovation.

A career at Trinseo presents a unique opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment. Helping customers solve their most complex material challenges is the reason we come to work each day. We are seeking innovative thinkers – ready to tackle any challenge and passionate about delivering value.

As a global materials solutions provider focused on delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to our customers, we need people to feel respected and included so they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We strive to create workplaces that reflect all communities and customers we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. That's why we're fully committed to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and experience to drive us forward every day.

Trinseo Is Looking For a
Process Automation Engineer M/F to support the global process automation systems with technology and know-how in the fields of programming, Functional Safety and Lead engineer expertise.

Responsibilities

  • Leading PA teams in capital projects in the EMEA or US region
  • Lead expert teams for the maintenance of global libraries for ABB AC800M control code
  • Facilitate expert networks about automation solutions (PLC support, control system design, programming of fired equipment)
  • Perform trainings about PA technology (system loading, safety programming)
  • Act as Functional Safety Engineer in projects in the EMEA region

Qualifications

  • Experienced PA engineer (minimal 10 years of experience)
  • Located in one of our EMEA or US sites
  • Experience in ABB 800xA and AC800M.
  • Ideally knowledge of at least one other commcercial control system (Honeywell Experion, Emerson DeltaV) and PLC (Siemens SIMATIC, Rockwell AB).
  • Certified FS Engineer or willingness to aim for it

Equity And Inclusion

With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day. Race, gender, ethnicity, country of origin, age, personal style, sexual orientation, physical ability, religion, life experiences and many more factors contribute to this diversity.

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