Job Description

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and were passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. Were a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If youre looking for a challenge and meaningful role, youre in the right place.About you and this roleServes as a technical associate or a process automation lead for small through large capital and improvement projects regionally and/or globally. Directs and leads both Dow and contract resources. Is involved in all three phases of projects: front end loading, detailed design and construction, and commissioning and startup. In a technology associate capacity, leads technical problem solving in a specific technology area to deliver value for Dow. Recognized within the discipline and geography for the expertise and participates in global teams. Leverages technical know-how and implements best practice applications within an area of expertise of a discipline themselves and by providing technical coaching, consulting and support for others within the site and region. In a discipline lead capacity, coordinates the discipline engineering activities of the project and will direct and administer discipline activities with external contractors/suppliers as required. Leads the coordination with the global discipline technical experts to ensure MET is applied and/or variances are indicated and worked through in a timely manner.As the lead, accountable for designing the control strategy, including both the safety and control systems, as well as design and implementation of the basic process control system (BPCS), which is not typical within the industry. Typically, this role is the most senior lead for site executed projects or manages significantly large projects regionally and/or globally. Requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own job discipline and basic knowledge of related job disciplines.ResponsibilitiesIn a project leadership capacity:

• Determines testing scenarios and oversees the simulation of the control system to test the strategy and improvements. Works with other engineers to determine the project and control requirements. Creates the process control overview for the project and develops user requirement system specifications.
• Estimates the process control cost and schedule for the project and manage against these baselines. Develops functional requirement specification (FRS) for the system and creates detailed design specifications (DDS).
• Develops control software, operator graphics and simulation software. Completes the factory acceptance test (FAT) Commissioning.
• Provides training of operations and support commissioning and start-up of the new asset.

In a manufacturing execution system (MES) engineer capacity:

• Serves as the subject matter expert for work execution, tools and systems supporting and interfacing in the space of Production Operations Management.
• Participates in project scoping activities. Drives strategic solutions in partnership with stakeholders.
• Engages with stakeholders and cross-discipline and cross-functional global project teams. Performs high level functional activities, such as requirements gathering and gap analysis of user requirements, requires functional and business expertise.
• Participates in the design specifications, configuration, testing, implementation and startup of manufacturing execution systems (MES) solutions. Identifies and deploys Most Effective Technology (MET) standard solution components to meet project requirements.
• Supports training of operations and support commissioning and start-up of the asset. Supports future process improvements and product development/solution roadmap.

In a technology associate capacity:

• Provides technical support, coaching and consulting for project teams, operations, maintenance, and other technology centers.
• Identifies and develops both technology and work process enhancements which deliver value. Supports the implementation of discipline technology strategy and provides input/feedback on the strategy in specific area of expertise.
• Serves as site or regional technology focal point, providing timely technical reviews and input to complex designs and/or any variances from MET on capital projects or in support of maintenance/operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus process automation, engineering, manufacturing or related experience required.
• The requirement is for an experienced hire with Alkoxylation and batch expertise. Experience in reactor area programming will be an added advantage.
• Must have 15-20 years of related working experience.

Benefits - What Dow offers youWe invest in you.Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee:

• Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.
• Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental and emotional well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.
• Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.
• Become a Dow shareholder through various employee stock programs.
• Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.
• Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.
• Global Paid Time Off (PTO) policies:

• Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).
• Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.
• Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Groups (ERG) participation.

Join our team, we can make a difference together.About Dow Chemical International Pvt LtdDow Chemical International Private Limited (Dow India) aims to be the most innovative, sustainable, inclusive customer-centric materials science company. The company is committed to delivering the right solutions to its customers challenges. With broadest technology sets spanning performance materials, industrial intermediates, and plastics Dow India delivers differentiated science-based products and solutions in high-growth segments, such as packaging, infrastructure, automobile, and consumer care.A Great Place to Work\xc2\xae Certified company with approximately over 1000 employees, its operations comprise of manufacturing sites, innovation center, established centers of excellence, and commercial office. As a responsible corporate, the company supports its Corporate Social Responsibility (program) with technology expertise and employee volunteerism. Dow India works with non-profit partners towards the empowerment of differently abled, women, and children in communities where it operates. The company aims to redefine the societal blueprint, by supporting holistic sustainability and circular economy initiatives.As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on .

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