Control Systems Project Engineer

Position Overview

Koch Ag & Energy Solutions is looking for a Control Systems Project Engineer to join our Operations Excellence capability! The successful candidate will support the safe, reliable, and efficient deployment of capital projects for our fleet of fertilizer plants, working closely with Project Managers, plant staff, and other support team members. The preferred location for the role is at our corporate office in Wichita, KS, and a relocation package is available.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with Project Managers to develop the technical scope for the control systems and process control portions of major capital projects.
• Interface with Koch Ag & Energy Solutions Project Managers, Engineering Contractors, Main Automation Contractors, and third-party vendors to deliver successful system integration outcomes.
• Collaborate with Project Schedulers to drive effective schedule development regarding instrumentation and control scopes.
• Direct and guide the Engineering Contractor’s Process Control/Automation Team to ensure full understanding of the control system scope.
• Design and review control loops on P&IDs, ensuring adherence to good process control theory and practice.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for control system design and assist in developing process control narratives and cause-and-effect sheets.
• Oversee technical outcomes for all control system deliverables, including system cabinet designs, network architecture, and bill of materials (e.g., Yokogawa and DeltaV).
• Support Factory Acceptance Testing, start-up, and commissioning activities for projects.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in control systems design, process control, and automation within capital projects.
• Proficiency with DCS and SIS hardware and software.
• Ability to travel (typically 25%, up to 50% during peak periods).

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Prior experience in an instrumentation and control systems role.
• Familiarity with process industry standards and codes (ISA, IEC, etc.).
• Experience with Functional Safety Management.
• Hands-on experience with process control in a plant or production environment.
• Proven track record in instrumentation and controls project engineering on large capital projects.

Benefits & Perks

• Bonus eligible
• Relocation options available
• Competitive Compensation
• Automatic 401K company contribution with a competitive match program
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, retirement, and paid vacation/time off
• Additional benefits may include educational assistance, infertility assistance, paid parental leave, and adoption assistance, subject to eligibility