At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and optimise control and instrumentation systems for a cutting-edge chemical manufacturing site.
- Company: Join Cabot Corporation, a global leader in specialty chemicals and performance materials.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, private medical insurance, and generous holiday allocation.
- Other info: Flexible working hours and strong support for your professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic environment focused on innovation and sustainability.
- Qualifications: BSc in Chemical Engineering or related field; experience with DCS and PLC systems required.
The predicted salary is between 36900 - 45100 £ per year.
Cabot Corporation (NYSE: CBT) is a leading global specialty chemicals and performance materials company headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. We bring the power of innovative chemistry to solve customers' challenges today while preparing them to meet tomorrow's needs. Our commitment to innovation is driven by a passion to advance our customers' businesses through our deep understanding of their applications and the global trends that impact their operations.
Cabot Carbon Ltd are looking for a Control and Instrumentation Engineer to join the Engineering team based in Barry, South Wales.
About the Position
The Control and Instrumentation Engineer acts as the site subject matter expert and owner for all onsite OT and IT systems, ensuring procedural, legal & regulatory compliance. They must also ensure that the systems and equipment are safe to operate at all times, and maintained at optimum performance to meet the business objectives of the site. The role must also support the local IT equipment users and be the interface between the site and shared service center.
- Collaborates with site and Corp staff to develop and implement projects, budgets and contracts and monitor system and service performance.
- Using industry best-practice tools, support Root-Cause-Analysis (RCA) activities into plant performance deviations.
- Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) and lead point of contact for site IT, OT systems and infrastructure – performing regular scheduled maintenance, diagnosing systems issues, and implementing corrective actions or fixes to software and hardware as required.
- Implement programming changes to the DCS/PLC systems as required, utilizing management of change procedures, and ensuring appropriate commissioning checks before/after changes to live plant equipment.
- Ensure site compliance with applicable legal, corporate and local standards.
- Provide Leadership and support for the implementation and ongoing management of site functional safety systems (DCS trip architecture, SIL, Interlocks).
- Support the Engineering Manager in control and setting of the site budgets for IT Software, IT Hardware, and DCS/PLC maintenance activities.
- Support the Engineering and Production Managers to manage the site knowledge-base on IT/OT operations.
- Support the management and close-out any training needs within the teams for applicable DCS/PLC operation and site maintenance activities.
- Support and participate in the development of IT strategies, policies, standards and systems while ensuring compliance with Global IT Standards and Work Practices.
- Provide a link between global teams and Barry site, ensuring alignment on key strategies, projects and standards for IT and OT systems.
- Provide project management and support for the site Capital Projects portfolio.
What You Will Bring to Cabot:
- BSc Degree – Chemical Engineering, Process Control Systems or Instrumentation & Electronics.
- Experienced in Emerson DeltaV DCS system software and hardware architecture.
- Experienced in variety of PLC architecture, such as Siemens, SCADA, Allen-Bradley.
- Experience in a process industry operating advanced control, supervisory and data management systems.
- Detailed knowledge of manufacturing control and reporting systems and instrumentation, Microsoft Windows operating system, office applications and security concepts.
- Knowledgeable of Safety tools such as risk assessment.
- Experience working on an operating chemical manufacturing facility desirable.
- Fluent in English language.
How We Will Support Your Success:
- Employer Contributory pension.
- Annual performance bonus plan.
- Private medical insurance scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Employee development programme.
- 26 day annual holiday allocation.
You would benefit from working Monday to Thursday core hours (0830 – 1645) with finish time of 4pm on Fridays. Through our corporate strategy, "Creating for Tomorrow," we are focused on our core strengths to lead in performance and sustainability – today and into the future.
Summary
Location: Wales, United Kingdom
Type: Full time
Control & Instrument Engineer (Permanent) in Cardiff employer: Cabot Corporation
Cabot Carbon Ltd is an exceptional employer located in Barry, South Wales, offering a dynamic work environment that prioritises safety and continuous improvement. Employees benefit from a comprehensive development programme, competitive pension contributions, and a supportive culture that encourages collaboration and innovation. With a focus on employee well-being and a commitment to professional growth, Cabot Carbon Ltd stands out as a rewarding place to build a meaningful career in the control and instrumentation field.
