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Alsip MiniMill, LLC

Process Engineer

Alsip, IL

$145K - $165K/yr

MiniMill Technologies, Inc. took the lead on the engineering, procurement, and construction in ... Experience with advanced process control (APC), PI systems, or statistical process control (SPC)

ASARCO LLC

Operations Superintendent - IROC

Mesa, AZ · On-site

Ensure effective application of advanced process control (APC) systems in the mill to optimize ... Qualifications: Essential: * Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Metallurgy, Process ...

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As of Jun 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for advanced process control apc engineer in the United States is $98,759.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,500.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as an Advanced Process Control (APC) Engineer, you need a solid background in chemical engineering, process control fundamentals, and experience with model predictive control or similar advanced control strategies. Familiarity with process control platforms such as DeltaV, Honeywell, or Yokogawa, and proficiency in programming languages like Python or MATLAB are often required, along with relevant certifications. Strong analytical thinking, effective communication, and problem-solving abilities distinguish top performers in this role. These skills are crucial to effectively optimize industrial processes, improve plant efficiency, and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.

What is an Advanced Process Control (APC) Engineer job?

An Advanced Process Control (APC) Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining advanced control strategies to optimize industrial processes. They work with process models, control algorithms, and software tools to improve efficiency, reduce variability, and enhance product quality. APC Engineers collaborate with process engineers, operators, and data scientists to develop and fine-tune control solutions. Their role is crucial in industries like oil & gas, chemicals, and manufacturing, where process optimization leads to cost savings and improved performance.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an Advanced Process Control APC Engineer?

An Advanced Process Control APC Engineer typically spends their day analyzing process data, designing and tuning control algorithms, and working with operators and process engineers to implement automation solutions. They often lead testing, troubleshooting, and optimization of control strategies on-site or remotely, ensuring systems are running efficiently. Collaboration with cross-functional teams, such as maintenance and IT, is frequent to address system integration and reliability. Additionally, continual learning and adapting to new technologies is a common part of the role, as process control systems evolve with industry advancements.

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Infographic showing various Advanced Process Control Apc Engineer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 91% Full Time, 1% Temporary, 5% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $98,759 per year, or $47.5 per hour.
Sr Technical Support Engineer (Knowledge of Advanced Process Control)

Sr Technical Support Engineer (Knowledge of Advanced Process Control)

Aspen Technology, Inc.

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

AspenTech rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

67th of 188 rated software companies

Job description

The driving force behind our success has always been the people of AspenTech. What drives us, is our aspiration, our desire and ambition to keep pushing the envelope, overcoming any hurdle, challenging the status quo to continually find a better way. You will experience these qualities of passion, pride and aspiration in many ways - from a rich set of career development programs to support of community service projects to social events that foster fun and relationship building across our global community.
The Role
Aspen Technology is seeking a Sr Technical Support Engineer to join our industry leading Advanced Process Control software support team. The ideal candidate should be an innovative thinker, demonstrate high initiative, have great communication skills and work to the highest ethical standards. The candidate will work with our customer base to resolve problems and provide consultation with AspenTech APC software such as Aspen DMC3 and Aspen GDOT. This position requires customer interaction primarily through telephone, E-mails and remote desktop sharing.
Your Impact
  • Provide loyalty-inspiring customer service that drives user engagement and sustains product usage.
  • Troubleshoot & resolve complex technical and/or engineering related problems reported by customers using AspenTech's proprietary software.
  • Responsible for the escalation of customer issues and driving the resolution cross-functionally within AspenTech.
  • Deliver high-quality intermediate/advanced level training classes, based on the relevant principles of engineering and industrial processes, to AspenTech customers.
  • Develop and/or maintain customer focused training materials for new releases and new applications in the industry.
  • Conduct pre-sales consultations, based on relevant engineering principles and industrial processes, to identify prospects' business problems and articulate AspenTech's products as the solution.
  • Uncover and analyze client/prospect needs to support growth in usage, through a variety of pre-sales activities.
  • Develop strong relationships with customers, building an understanding of their business needs and challenges.
  • Collaboration with other AspenTech functions to maintain and develop business opportunities.
  • Function as a subject matter expert in AspenTech's pre-release software testing program to drive improved product quality.
  • Coach fellow team members to enhance their technical skills to help boost their overall contribution.
  • Other tasks may include: Conduct health checks on assigned accounts; deliver onsite support and consultancy; deploy AspenTech solutions in customer business environments; execute various departmental improvement projects as needed; author technical white papers for publication to AspenTech's web knowledgebase.

What You'll Need
This role is suited for an experienced process control / industrial technology professional who combines a strong engineering foundation with hands-on experience in advanced control systems, industrial architectures, and customer-facing technical work within process industries.
  • Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Advanced degrees (Master's or PhD) are a plus.
  • Academic or professional exposure to Control Theory is strongly preferred.
  • 5-8 years of relevant experience in process industries such as refining, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, or manufacturing, gained through industry roles, applied research, or a combination of both.
  • Hands-on experience working in or supporting real-world plant, manufacturing, or industrial environments is highly valued.
  • Prior experience with AspenTech software or comparable advanced process control or industrial software from other vendors is a plus.
  • Strong understanding of chemical engineering and process control concepts, including closed-loop control systems (DCS, PID, computer-based control).
  • Experience with APC/DCS interface design, implementation, and application architecture, including controller interface databases and configurations.
  • Solid knowledge of industrial systems and architectures, including:
    • Networking, cybersecurity, and system architecture
    • Virtualized, on-premises, and edge deployments
    • Industrial communication protocols such as OPC DA / OPC UA
  • Ability to work confidently with data collection, data manipulation, and variable transformation to support analysis and decision-making.
  • Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Demonstrated coaching and collaboration skills, working effectively with customers and cross-functional teams
  • A customer-first mindset, with the ability to identify opportunities that drive measurable value, adoption, and long-term success.
  • Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment
  • Willingness to travel up to 25%, including occasional international travel.

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Qualifications
  • Proficiency with AspenTech online and offline tools.
  • Experience with AspenTech DMC3/GDOT and MES products.
  • Fluency in an additional language.

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