Process Automation and Control Engineer

Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree.

For additional information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com or follow us on social media.

Perks of working with us!

• Competitive health + wellness benefit plan

• Continuous professional development with many opportunities for growth!

• Recharge with 15 days of paid time off

• Competitive Salary and Bonuses

• 401k Plan

• Ability to work remotely

Summary

You will play an integral part in leading automation projects, implementing cyber security and providing operational support around the globe. You will be advancing our automation journey and delivering exceptional automation services. You will lead and support automation initiatives across our capital and operational projects. You will oversee the automation lifecycle—from early design through commissioning—while serving as the technical authority for control systems and automation standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of the automation portion of capital projects, including conceptual design, detailed engineering, implementation, and commissioning.

• Champion safety by ensuring strict adherence to process safety and life-critical work processes in field activities.

• Serve as the technical authority for automation and control systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.

• Collaborate closely with site leadership, engineering teams, and external vendors to ensure seamless execution and strong working relationships.

• Monitor project milestones and deliverables to ensure compliance with safety regulations, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Deliver control system configuration services across North American sites.

• Provide ongoing automation support to operational facilities, including lifecycle management and cybersecurity services.

• Travel occasionally for commissioning and project-related activities across North America, South America, and Asia Pacific regions.

Qualifications

• You have 3+ years of experience in Controls Engineering.

• You have 5+ years of experience in chemical, petrochemical, or pharmaceutical manufacturing environments.

• Demonstrated success leading control-focused engineering projects.

• You have a strong understanding of Distributed Control Systems (DCS).

• You have a solid understanding of production manufacturing processes and instrumentation.

• You have the ability to travel domestically up to 25% and are open to some international travel.

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We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification.  If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you.

At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision & 401K, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.

Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer, including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / Disabled.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at [email protected]