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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client’s Global Automation team is seeking an entry-level Automation & Process Control Engineer to support integrated operations in Wilmington, DE. This role is designed for a recent engineering graduate who wants to build a career in process automation and control. You will work alongside experienced engineers to support design, configuration, commissioning, and continuous improvement of process control systems used in chemical and electronic materials manufacturing.

• Support EHS investigations and complete assigned action items.
• Learn and apply the client’s process safety standards; participate in PHAs, LOPA, and SIS lifecycle activities under senior guidance.
• Partner with site stakeholders to identify production challenges and develop automated solutions that minimize operational impact.
• Assist in developing, documenting, and deploying process control standards across sites.
• Provide engineering support (with mentoring) for:
  • Automation assessments
  • Capital projects: functional design, design reviews, construction, acceptance tests, commissioning, PSSRs
  • Site automation evaluations and improvements
• Contribute to control system deliverables: P&IDs, control narratives, instrument specs, I/O lists, and loop drawings.
• Collaborate with external suppliers during design, configuration, factory acceptance, and site acceptance testing.
• Build working knowledge of DCS/PLC configuration, electrical & instrumentation design, and industrial network architecture.
• Develop hands-on skills: control loop tuning, alarm management, interlocks, batch/sequence control.
• Support multiple concurrent projects; develop project execution fundamentals.
• Prepare documentation for Management of Change (MOC) reviews and update Process Safety Information (PSI).

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical, or Control Systems Engineering.
• Coursework, capstone, co-op, or internship experience in process automation, process control, instrumentation, or control system programming.
• Exposure to DCS/PLC platforms (Emerson DeltaV, Rockwell ControlLogix, Siemens) and control programming is a plus.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or instrumentation design tools is beneficial.
• Interest in chemical and batch manufacturing, P&ID interpretation, and control strategies (PID, interlocks, ISA-88).
• Able and willing to travel to manufacturing sites (average ~30%).
• Interest in process safety practices including PHA/HAZOP, LOPA, and SIS per IEC 61511/ISA-84.
• Familiarity with instrumentation, control panels, field wiring, or hands-on commissioning experience.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn quickly, ask questions, and accept coaching from experienced engineers.
• Highly motivated problem-solver.

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Preferred / Nice-to-have

• Hands-on experience with DCS/PLC configuration or lab projects.
• Experience with DeltaV, ControlLogix, or Siemens control platforms.
• Exposure to alarm management, loop tuning, and batch control (ISA-88).
• Prior site commissioning or instrumentation wiring experience.

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Work Location & Travel

• On-site in Wilmington, DE (Confidential Client manufacturing site).
• Travel to other manufacturing sites: approximately 30% (average).

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Compensation & Employment Type

• Estimated pay (from source posting): $65,751 per year — estimated.
• Employment type: Full-time; Contract engagement details per the hiring process.

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Key Behaviors

• Inspiring trust — follows through on commitments; open to feedback; acknowledges contributions of others.
• Self-driven — purpose-oriented; willing to take smart risks and tackle difficult tasks.
• Collaborates effectively — empowers purposeful engagement; keeps solutions simple; supports team success.
• Accountable — takes responsibility for actions; communicates transparently; learns from mistakes.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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