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That begins with how we use our science, data, and unmatched technical expertise to develop market-leading products with the highest levels of performance, sustainability, and safety in the industry.\nPowered by chemistry, our products are used in applications that make the products we rely on, processes, and new technologies possible. In key sectors such as clean energy, advanced electronics, high-performance computing and AI, climate friendly cooling, and high-quality paints and coatings for homes and industrial infrastructure---sustainable solutions and more modern living depend on Chemours chemistry.\nChemours is seeking a Manufacturing Technology (MT) Automation & Process Control Engineer to join our Nafion™ exchange materials team. This position is located at the Fayetteville Works site in Fayetteville, NC and will report directly to the Manufacturing Technology Manager.\nThis position provides technical expertise in automation, process controls, instrumentation, and electrical systems supporting manufacturing operations. The engineer will develop and implement process-control strategies that improve process safety, product quality, yield, plant capacity, reliability, and uptime.\nThe role combines hands-on plant troubleshooting with automation improvements and capital-project support and requires close partnership with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, and capital-project teams.\n The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:\nProvide automation, electrical, instrumentation, and process-control support to manufacturing operations.\n\nDevelop and implement automation and control-system modifications ranging from small plant improvements to major capital projects.\n\nConfigure, modify, and troubleshoot DCS and PLC systems supporting existing and new manufacturing processes.\n\nTroubleshoot electrical, instrumentation, automation, and control-system issues affecting plant operations.\n\nServe as an alarm and interlock system guardian for the assigned manufacturing area.\n\nImplement corporate automation and process-control standards and directives.\n\nSupport and lead Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) activities involving electrical, instrumentation, and control-system equipment.\n\nProvide technical support to electrical-safety initiatives and related plant programs.\n\nSupport capital projects through technical development, equipment specification, installation, commissioning, and startup activities.\n\nProvide technical coaching, mentoring, and training to plant personnel as needed.\n\nThe following is required for this role:\nBS degree in Engineering and significant relevant automation/process-control experience, including at least 5 years of process automation and control engineering experience. Electrical or Chemical Engineering backgrounds are preferred; other engineering disciplines may be considered when supported by strong relevant controls experience.\n\nDemonstrated experience troubleshooting Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) in a manufacturing or industrial environment, including sufficient programming knowledge to diagnose problems and make basic modifications.\n\nWorking knowledge of electrical and motor-control systems, including motors, motor starters, soft starters, variable-frequency/variable-speed drives, and low-voltage controls.\n\nWorking knowledge of industrial instrumentation, including flow, pressure, temperature, level, pH, and conductivity transmitters and sensing elements.\n\nDemonstrated ability to support both plant troubleshooting/operational needs and automation or capital-project work in an industrial manufacturing environment.\n\nThe following is preferred for this role:\nExperience with ABB Distributed Control Systems and/or Rockwell Automation PLC systems.\n\nExperience with Safety Interlock Systems or Safety Instrumented Systems, including operation, testing, and troubleshooting.\n\nExperience with Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA) and Probability of Failure on Demand (PFD) concepts.\n\nExperience in chemical manufacturing, oil and gas, power generation, aerospace, or another complex industrial/process manufacturing environment.\n\nRoot Cause Failure Analysis, continuous-improvement, or Six Sigma Green Belt experience.\n\nBenefits:\nCompetitive Compensation\nComprehensive Benefits Packages\n401(k) Match\nEmployee Stock Purchase Program\nTuition Reimbursement\nCommuter Benefits\nLearning and Development Opportunities\nStrong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives\nCompany-paid Volunteer Day\nWe’re a different kind of chemistry company because we see our people as our biggest assets. Instead of focusing just on what our employees do each day, we look at how they do it-by taking a different approach to talent development, employee engagement, and culture. Our goal is to empower employees to be their best selves, at Chemours and in life.\nLearn more about Chemours and our culture by visiting Chemours.com/careers.\nChemours is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non-discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws.\nChemours is an E-Verify employer\nCandidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodation\nImmigration sponsorship (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status) is not currently available for this position\nDon’t meet every single requirement? At Chemours we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for our employees. So if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.\nIn our pursuit to be the greatest place to work, we know that a critical element to enhancing our employee experience is to assure we’re operating with a solid foundation of trust. At Chemours, this means being transparent about how we pay our employees for the work that they do.\nPay Range (in local currency):\n$126,067.00 - $196,980.00Chemours Level:\n27Annual Bonus Target:\n14%The pay range and incentives listed above is a general guideline based on the primary location of this job only and not a guarantee of total compensation. Factors consideredin extending a compensation offer include (but are not limited to)responsibilities of the job, experience,knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, and alignment with market data. The incentive pay is dependent on business results and individual performance and subject to the terms and conditions of the specific plans.\nAt Chemours, you will find sustainability in our vision, our business and your future. 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