Process Control Technician (F/M/X)

Solvay is all about chemistry. We're not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet's beauty for the generations to come.

About the role

• Our Process Control team, composed of 4 people, is integrated within the Surface Maintenance department.
• As a Process Control Technician, your responsibility will be supporting and maintaining all plant control systems, configuring and starting up capital projects, troubleshooting instrumentation and electrical systems.

• You will be accountable for:
  • Follow safety procedures, observe safe working practices and maintain a safe work environment.
  • Develops and supports the Yokogawa DCS, which includes communication networks using serial, ethernet, wireless and fiber optic systems.
  • Respond to plant process control emergencies, troubleshooting problems and take actions to ensure plant availability and integrity,
  • Provide technical support to engineering, production and I/E departments in the troubleshooting and more difficult plant instrumentation and control issues.
  • Provides technical support to engineering, production and I&E departments in the troubleshooting of more difficult plant instrumentation and control issues.
• We offer permanent employment based onsite, working a 4/10 schedule.

About you

• High School Diploma.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in instrumentation and electrical systems.
• Competencies:
  • Prior experience in chemical plant environment and knowledge of process safety requirements.
  • Individuals must successfully pass the I/E candidate screening test if current job classification is not Surface I/E Maintenance Mechanic A or B (I/E).
  • Ability to organize and prioritize work and meet deadlines.
  • Previous PLC and/or DCS experience is not required.
• Behaviors:
  • Attention to detail
  • Agile
  • Organized

About the pay and benefits

• Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While the USA base pay reasonably expected for this role is $85,000/yr to $115,000/yr, your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.
• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
• Prioritization of well-being: Solvay Solidarity Fund to support employees through hardship, work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses in 24 languages.

About us

• Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world's most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes. As a world-leading company with 4.9 billion in net sales in 2023 and listings on Euronext Brussels and Paris (SOLB), its unwavering commitment drives the transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and a fair and just transition.
• At Solvay, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

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