DuPont
Automation & Process Control Leader – Corian® Operations
Buffalo, New York
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 36 days ago
Operations ManagementPLCMechanical DesignControlsLeadershipCollaborationProblem Solving
About the role
- Whether it's providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet, producing materials that are essential in everyday technology devices from smartphones to electric vehicles, or protecting workers around the world.
Responsibilities
- Own critical control systems: Ensure Corian® Manufacturing Operations Management systems (DCS, PLC, MES) operate with high safety, reliability, and data integrity
- Drive automation strategy: Lead automation improvement initiatives aligned with site safety, quality, and productivity goals
- Lead capital & lifecycle planning: Define and execute long-term strategies to manage control system hardware and software obsolescence
- Deliver impactful projects: Lead and support automation and controls scope for capital projects, including control narratives and execution
- Strengthen operational excellence: Support plant operations through advanced troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem solving
- Lead and develop talent: Manage and mentor a team of Automation & Process Control professionals, building capability and engagement
- Collaborate cross-functionally: Partner with operations, maintenance, IT, and engineering teams to deliver sustainable results
- Lead automation improvement initiatives aligned with site safety, quality, and productivity goals
- Define and execute long-term strategies to manage control system hardware and software obsolescence
- Lead and support automation and controls scope for capital projects, including control narratives and execution
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline)
- 10+ years of experience in a PSM-regulated chemical manufacturing environment with focus on automation and process controls.
- Technical Expertise
- Strong experience with Rockwell PlantPAx, FactoryTalk View, AspenTech IP.21, and PCN hardware, including programming capability
- Experience with GE Proficy MES systems
- Proven experience with Process Safety Management (PSM), Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), and alarm management standards
- Proven commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence
- Ability to coach, mentor, and elevate team performance
Skills
- At DuPont, our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive.
- Discover the many reasons the world's most talented people are choosing to work at DuPont.
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- Automation & Process Control Leader - Corian® Operations
- Lead the systems that power world-class manufacturing.
- Drive safety, reliability, and performance at scale.
- Why This Role Matters
Compensation
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Benefits
- DuPont offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package.
Equal opportunity
- DuPont is an equal opportunity employer.
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