A process control engineer designs and maintains quality assurance on the control systems in manufacturing plants producing polymers, steel, aluminum, glass fiber, or petroleum products.
Career
Entry-level process control engineers must normally have a bachelor's degree, though career advancement chances may be improved by a graduate degree. Though uncommon, undergraduate programs in process control systems award dual bachelor's degrees in chemical engineering and systems engineering. Process control engineers may also seek a degree specifically in the industry they will choose to work in. Chemical engineering, chemistry, computer science, and electrical engineering are all common degrees sought by employers of process control engineers.
Process control engineers may be required to fill team leadership positions. This often requires leadership experience and skills, and the ability to train team members in new subject areas. Conflict resolution skills may also be necessary or helpful. Some employers may wish to hire engineers who have knowledge of specific processes, automated manufacturing hardware, or computer applications.
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