Director Process Engineering Automation And Instrumentation

Lead project engineering outcomes across a portfolio of capital projects, providing technical leadership in Process Engineering, Process Automation and Instrumentation disciplines. Oversee the delivery lifecycle from concept and design through commissioning and operational ramp-up, ensuring projects achieve performance targets and reach nameplate capacity. Coordinate and align cross-functional teams, strategically deploy technical talent to maximize project execution success, and foster collaboration across operations, project delivery teams and external engineering partners. Drive engineering consistency, innovation and continuous improvement while ensuring safe, reliable and efficient project delivery. Develop and execute enterprise-wide Process Engineering, Automation and Instrumentation strategies that support business objectives and operational excellence. Prioritize project portfolio investments and strategically allocate engineering resources based on project risk, complexity and stage of development. Lead, coach and develop multidisciplinary engineering teams, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, collaboration and timely decision-making. Provide oversight of process design activities, including flowsheets, mass and energy balances, while driving improvements in plant performance, recovery, throughput and efficiency. Lead Process Safety Management (PSM) programs and hazard assessment activities throughout engineering, construction, commissioning, start-up and operational phases. Establish continuous improvement processes that leverage operational feedback to optimize designs, enhance reliability and prevent recurring issues. Develop and standardize instrumentation strategies, ensuring effective specification, implementation, commissioning, start-up and operational readiness across projects. Define process control philosophies, oversee integration of DCS, PLC and SCADA systems, and champion advanced digital technologies, including APC and predictive analytics, through strong IT/OT partnerships. Provide technical leadership across the full project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with engineering standards and regulatory requirements while achieving safety, cost, schedule and performance objectives. Perform other duties as required.