Overview
Schedule
Full-time
Career level
Director
Remote
On-site
Benefits
Career Development
Job Description
The Senior Manager, Global Process Controls & Automation provides strategic leadership for process control and automation across Celanese global manufacturing network. This role is responsible for advancing automation capabilities, establishing technical standards, and driving the implementation of process control solutions that improve safety, reliability, operational performance, and business results.
LOCATION: Can be located in Manufacturing Site in the USResponsibilities
- Develop, own, and drive the global Process Control Roadmap
- Support planning & Coordination of DCS, PLC, and process control system upgrades across all Celanese sites.
- Support corporate strategy to achieve excellence in digital manufacturing and transformation towards Industry 4.0 including Digitalization elements linked to DCS, Automation, and Alarm Mgt
- Provide strategic direction and technical guidance for control system modernization and upgrade projects.
- Lead and support a global team of Basic Process Control System (BPCS) and Process Control experts.
- Support control system upgrades for brownfield projects
- Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key process control, automation, and DCS suppliers.
- Apply expertise in major DCS and PLC platforms to evaluate and recommend optimal upgrade solutions.
- Lead the continued deployment and advancement of the company's Alarm Management program.
- Prioritize and support execution of process control-related capital investment projects.
- Partner with senior leaders, site leadership, process control teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to drive alignment and successful execution of the global process control strategy.
- Provide expert troubleshooting support and technical leadership to resolve critical process control challenges across manufacturing sites.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemical, or a related technical discipline.
- 15+ years of experience in the chemical, petrochemical, or related process manufacturing industries.
- Strong knowledge of DCS systems and industrial automation technologies, with the ability to evaluate and apply emerging solutions.
- Experience implementing process control systems, including application development, testing, commissioning, startup support, and troubleshooting.
- Understanding of the business and operational drivers for automation and alarm management programs.
- Demonstrated financial acumen and experience supporting technology investments and deployment decisions.
- Ability to serve as both a hands-on technical expert and an effective leader of technical teams and initiatives.
- Proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts to senior leadership and build alignment around implementation strategies and business objectives.
Powered by JazzHR
Automate your job search with Sonara.
Submit 10x as many applications with less effort than one manual application.
FAQs About Senior Manager, Process Control, Digitization Resource Leader Jobs at Celanese
What is the work location for this position at Celanese?
This job at Celanese is located in Pasadena, TX, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Celanese?
Employer has not shared pay details for this role.
What employment applies to this position at Celanese?
Celanese lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at Celanese?
Celanese is looking for a candidate with "Director" experience level.
What benefits are offered by Celanese for this role?
Celanese offers Career Development for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
What is the process to apply for this position at Celanese?
You can apply for this role at Celanese either through Sonara's automated application system, which helps you submit applications 10X faster with minimal effort, or by applying manually using the direct link on the job page.