Process Controls Lead

Worker Type: Employee Group: Engineering - Superior Department Job Post End Date: 02/09/2023 The Process Control Lead position is in the refinery Technical Services Department and will be responsible for the supervision of the process control group consisting of controls engineers, controls technicians and OT support of the process control environment. The process control lead will be responsible for developing strategic plans, management policies, and procedures for the process control environment in addition to supporting daily operations of the refinery control systems. The Process Control Group Lead will work closely with the process, optimization, operating and maintenance teams to develop and maintain a reliable process control environment and direct the process control group's activities to optimize refinery operations and profitability. Responsibilities will include development and execution of control system reliability (DCS, SIS and PLC), MVC/Optimization, alarm management, and control system performance monitoring programs. The Process Control Lead will be responsible for developing and managing the process control budget, identifying vendors to perform process control project work, managing the technical aspects of vendor support contracts and administrative/HR activities for the process control group employees. About Cenovus: We’re a Canadian-based integrated energy company headquartered in Calgary. We’re committed to maximizing value by sustainably developing our assets in a safe, innovative, and cost-efficient manner, integrating environmental, social and governance considerations into our business plans. We operate in Canada, the United States, and the Asia Pacific region. Our operations include oil sands projects in northern Alberta, thermal and conventional crude oil and natural gas projects across Western Canada, crude oil production offshore Newfoundland and Labrador and natural gas and liquids production offshore China and Indonesia. Cenovus’s downstream operations include upgrading, refining, and marketing operations in Canada and the United States. Our shares trade under the symbol CVE and are listed on the Toronto as well as the New York stock exchanges. For more information, visit cenovus.com. Find Cenovus on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube and Instagram. Why we work at Cenovus: Safety as a core value Competitive compensation Employer paid benefits: health, dental, vision & more Volunteering opportunities Community Investment activities Inclusive work environment Career progression/internal mobility opportunities Company/team building events Responsibilities: Monitor and manage daily activities of the process control group to ensure KPIs are reported, and risks are managed safely to maintain reliably and compliance of refinery operations. Develop strategic plans for the process control environment and personnel to enhance/optimize plant operations, address equipment reliability/obsolescence issues, and incorporate new technology where appropriate. Develop Standards and policies for the process control environment. Manage process control projects and process control aspects of other refinery projects to ensure that the necessary process control expertise and standards are available and properly applied. Personnel Development, ensure that direct reports continue to learn and grow their technical and soft skills to fit their role and career goals. Develop documentation, Best Practices and capture Lessons Learned for the process control environment. Required Qualifications: Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering recognized by ABET - with process control emphasis is desirable 6 years' experience in digital control system management within heavy industry DCS Project Design, Management and Commissioning experience Process Control Optimization experience, Analytical and Alarm Management Previous oil and gas related experience or refining / petrochemical experience Understanding of basic project management fundamentals, project economics, support, and execution Strong attention to detail with a demonstrated ability to work independently and meet deadlines Strong interpersonal, organizational, communication and leadership skills Preferred Qualifications: Professional Member (PE) registered with State of WI DSPS Any other certification s like CAP, Cyber Security, SIS Process Control Supervision or other Supervisor experience DeltaV Version 14.3 & Live Plant, PLC, SIS and SCADA knowledge Other Application Interfaces with IT-OT-MIS space Process Engineering Experience in an Oil/Petrochemical or related facility Demonstrated computer skills in process modeling software, Microsoft office and other database type applications. Proven capability to explore and learn new programs. Cenovus Energy is an affirmative action employer, and we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, veteran status, national origin, or personal or physical characteristics protected by law. At Cenovus we embrace diversity of thought, experience, and backgrounds to help us make better business decisions, address our challenges, seize opportunities, and unlock innovative solutions. We define diversity as the variety of people, including all of the unique attributes of our staff, and the variety of ideas within our organization. Building an inclusive workplace by drawing on the skills and talents of a diverse workforce provides Cenovus with a competitive advantage. We believe it’s important to maximize the potential of everyone who works for our company and ensure all people feel respected, appreciated, and heard. We define inclusion as ‘diversity in action,’ creating an environment of involvement, respect and connection for all employees, where various ideas, backgrounds and perspectives are harnessed to create business value. If you require accessibility assistance to complete the on-line application or otherwise apply for an open position with Cenovus, its subsidiaries and affiliates, please email careeropportunities@cenovus.com. Note: The application deadline for this position is 11:59 PM February 9, 2023. This posting represents the desired scope, accountabilities, skills and experience requirements of the job. These requirements may be modified to support business needs. Title and compensation administration will be based on the skills and capabilities of the successful incumbent. 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