Junior Process Control Engineer, Rotterdam

Junior Process Control Engineer We are looking for a Junior Process Control Engineer to join our Engineering Team at the Neste Refinery in Rotterdam (Maasvlakte).

Reasons to join We operate in an inspiring and evolving business environment as a global leader in renewable fuels. We prioritize safety, create a positive work environment, support personal development, collaborate, and provide flexible smart ways of working.

Main tasks and responsibilities You will support plant operations and improvements in process controls and instrumentation engineering (including safety systems), covering all aspects from conceptual design through detailed engineering, implementation, validation, day‑to‑day activities including troubleshooting, and long‑term performance improvements.

In this role you will work closely with Operation Engineers, Maintenance Engineers, Process Engineers, Turnaround Organisation, Operators, and resolve issues concerning process control and instrumentation with equipment vendors and/or technical consultants. You will report to the Automation and Control Lead.

Provide technical support to maintenance and operation with regards to control loops, related instrumentation, process control and safety systems (DCS, PLC, SIS).

Troubleshoot and resolve related field problems, investigate plant and equipment trips and provide engineering recommendations.

Recommend modifications to improve process control performance and prepare and execute software changes.

Define process control issues as the design basis for setting up or modifying process units.

Elaborate approved (sub) projects in harmony with existing systems.

Interact and cooperate with other engineering disciplines and specialists such as operating personnel, maintenance personnel, plant HSE personnel, vendors, and contractors.

Supervise outsourced engineering work and check relevant documents and specifications submitted.

Participate in process risk assessment and SIL.

Prepare loop sheets, alarm lists, control and logic diagrams, control narratives and maintain plant process automation documentation.

Maintain and contribute professional knowledge related to process control and relevant engineering tools.

After onboarding, participate in the 24/7 on‑call support group.

Keys to success in this role

Master or Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Process or Automation/Control Engineering.

Minimum of 1 year experience in process control and safety system design, implementation and verification in refining, petrochemical or related industry.

Experience or knowledge with DCS, PLC and Safety Instrumentation Systems.

Knowledge of process dynamics, engineering practices and international standards.

Fluency in English and preferably good command of Dutch.

Knowledge of project preparation and project reviews.

Other strengths we value

Proactive, self‑starter and a can‑do mindset.

Ability to work efficiently in a team environment with manufacturing unit personnel.

Ability to apply process engineering skills to improve plant performance and safety.

Ability to communicate complex technical issues clearly.

High level of safety awareness.

The defined job grade for the position is paygrade 7.

What can you expect in return?

A permanent contract from the start.

A competitive salary, supplemented with a 13th‑month payment and a bonus scheme.

25 vacation days, plus a personal budget equivalent to 18 additional vacation days.

An attractive pension plan with only 1.5% employee contribution.

Travel expense reimbursement.

A healthcare allowance.

A flexible hybrid working model, with a minimum of 3 days per week on site for a full‑time position.

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