Process Control Engineer

Chevron is accepting online applications for the Process Control Engineer position through July 27, 2026 , at 11:59 p.m. El Segundo, CA time (PDT). A Process Control Engineer is a specialist in designing, implementing, and maintaining multivariable control applications (DMCplus, BPC) and the applications that support the multivariable control applications (inferred properties, et al.). Additional responsibilities include configuration and tuning of control loops, support of Honeywell TDC-3000 distributed control systems (DCS) and/or Honeywell Experion DCS, alarm management support and assistance in training console operators. Requires regular communication with many work groups including Operations, Maintenance, Technical and Planning. Individual reports to the Process Control Team Leader within the refinery. Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to: Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to: • Implements and maintains multivariable process control applications that are consistent with short-term and long-term operating plans • Implements and maintains inferential calculations to support advanced control and optimization applications • Implements and maintains basic and advanced regulatory process control strategies • Manage and support the Process Control Network (PCN) infrastructure, network security, and backup systems • Provides daily process control support for console operators • Monitors control application performance and utilization to ensure consistency with short-term and long-term operating plans • Identifies and resolves control performance issues by coordinating with colleagues in other areas of specialization (instrumentation, analyzers, process, mechanical equipment, etc.) • Identifies and captures opportunities for improving the safety, reliability, profitability, and operability of the operating area through process control improvements. • Trains refinery personnel on the effective use of process control applications and systems • Acts as a mentor/resource for refinery process and control engineers. Influences and improves work processes for a global refining technical system. • Demonstrates knowledge of operating area interactions with the rest of the refinery and helps troubleshoot process problems in the operating area and refinery • Maintains and grows process control skills by attending onsite and offsite training Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in engineering. Quantified experience: M inimum 5-7 years in Mfg. Process Control role. Demonstrated familiarity with Petroleum Refining Processes and/or associated Blending Operations. Demonstrated familiarity with basic and advanced/multivariable process control and DCS (Distributed Control System) Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's in chemical engineering, or greater. Quantified experience: Min 10-15 years in Refinery Mfg. Process Control role. Demonstrated competency and business impact in Petroleum Refining Processes and/or associated Blending Operations, ideally via process control contributions. Demonstrated familiarity with basic and advanced/multivariable process control and DCS (Distributed Control System); specifically with Aspentech DMC and/or GDOT and Honeywell TPS and/or Experion. SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS: Exciting, rare opportunity to leverage recent Advanced Process Control platform changes (DMCPlus to DMC3) and DCS lifecycle upgrades involving gradual fundamental platform changes (TPN to Experion) await the selected candidate. The individual will also work shoulder to shoulder and learn from some of the best practitioners in the Process Control arena in community representing well over 150 person-years of APC and Optimization experience in a state-of-the-art centralized control facility that is the envy of its peers. Relocation Options: Relocation may be considered. International Considerations: Expatriate assignments will not be considered. Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position. Important Note: The compensation and reference to benefits for this role is listed on this posting in compliance with applicable law. The selected candidate’s compensation will be determined based on his or her skills, experience, and qualifications. Please note that the compensation and benefits listed below are only applicable to successful candidates who are hired onto local United States payroll. The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $120,300 – $206,400. Chevron offers competitive compensation and benefits programs which includes, but is not limited to, variable pay, health care coverage, retirement plan, protection coverage, time off and leave programs, training and development opportunities and a range of allowances connected to specific work situations. Details are available at http://hr2.chevron.com/ .