Job Title: Process Control Computer Engineer
Job Location: Vado
Posting Start Date: 03/03/2026
Job Description
Role Title: Junior Process Control Engineer
Function and Department: Manufacturing
Location: Vado Ligure (Savona)
Who We Are
Infineum is a world‑class specialty chemicals company dedicated to groundbreaking specialty chemicals through innovative research. Our purpose is to create a sustainable future through innovative chemistry and we are proud of our global footprint and commitment to safety.
Why Work for Us
Infineum offers competitive pay, work flexibility, and comprehensive wellbeing initiatives. Our inclusive and collaborative culture ensures every team member is valued and empowered, fostering growth and development. Join Infineum for a rewarding career where innovation and support are at the forefront.
Position Summary
The ideal candidate will be a member of Process Control team with the responsibility to assist production and plant technical teams in the development and programming of control sequences for all system‑controlled processes, including DCS, PLC‑based systems and Operational Technologies (OT). The role combines engineering, manufacturing and computer programming skills to support and improve the process control system for secure and reliable plant operations. S/he is also a team member of unit reliability and integrated project teams. This position reports to the Process Control Team leader.
Key Responsibilities / What You’ll Achieve
Define and implement control strategies, sequence code, recipe modifications, operator interfaces and other digital applications for the operation of batch and utilities units in the Vado Ligure plant
Assist in plant troubleshooting, identifying root cause solutions to process problems
Develop programming and support execution of capital projects such as new equipment or a new plant unit
Train Process Technicians, Console Operators, Engineers and Supervisors on the use of the process control computer and related computer applications
Provide off‑hour support, weekend standby duty, and backfill coverage as needed
Lead troubleshooting for process control system by collaborating with the IT department, DCS service provider and any 3rd party vendors to identify root cause solutions to system issues
What Will You Gain from This Role?
Technical expertise in state‑of‑the‑art automation technologies
Opportunity to work on automation and digital projects, promoting innovation in chemical manufacturing
HSSE and cybersecurity risk identification and management
Competency in automation standards, including ISA‑88 (Batch Control), Functional Safety (IEC61511) and Industrial Cybersecurity (IEC62443)
Cross‑functional approach to problem solving
Skills & Qualifications
Education: Degree in Chemical or Automation Engineering
Understanding of instrumentation, batch and continuous plant operations, process control and computer programming
Understanding of plant and production risks, assessing impacts of automated solutions
Knowledge of Foxboro Process Control System (a plus)
Knowledge of PLC programming and communication protocol (a plus)
Base knowledge of IT system: server, virtual machine (i.e. VMware ESXi / Hyper‑V), antivirus system
Base knowledge of industrial cybersecurity
Troubleshooting and analytical abilities
Ability to prioritize and work under pressure
Attention to detail, clear and concise communication skills, proactive, strong team playe
Good communication skills in English, both spoken and
Travel Required: 5%
Application Closing Date: 18 marzo 2026
Learn more: https://www.infineum.com
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