Insturmental engineer

⚙️ Are you an instrumentation professional ready to take ownership of critical control systems in a world-class industrial environment? Birla Carbon Hungary is looking for a skilled Instrumental Engineer to join our team in Northern Hungary.

📢 About the Role
As an Instrumental Engineer, you will be at the heart of our plant's operational reliability — managing and developing our Distributed Control System (DCS), maintaining field instrumentation, and driving continuous improvement across process automation.

🏢 About Birla Carbon Hungary Kft.
Birla Carbon is the carbon black flagship of the globally renowned Aditya Birla Group, operating three plants across Europe. Our Hungarian facility, established in 1994 with an installed capacity of 50,000 kMT, has been a cornerstone of carbon black supply for Europe and Africa. A pioneer in quality management, we were the first plant in the former Columbian Chemicals network to achieve ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certification back in 1999. Joining Birla Carbon Hungary means becoming part of a legacy of excellence, safety, and global impact.

💼 Key Responsibilities
• Operate and continuously develop the DCS system to ensure stable and efficient plant operation
• Configure DCS hardware and software and maintain accurate, up-to-date records
• Perform troubleshooting and replacement of instrumentation equipment as required
• Plan and actively execute plant turnaround tasks and activities
• Carry out standby duties related to DCS and field instrumentation systems
• Coordinate and supervise the work of external subcontractors on-site
• Manage spare parts processes including recording, monitoring, tendering, and purchase orders
• Maintain and update Process Control System documentation
• Participate in development projects and contribute to instrumentation system improvements
• Comply with and enforce all corporate safety, health, and legal requirements

✅ Requirements
• Hands-on experience operating and configuring Distributed Control Systems (DCS) in industrial environments
• Practical experience in field instrumentation maintenance, troubleshooting, and replacement
• Relevant technical degree in instrumentation, electrical engineering, or automation
• Experience preparing and executing industrial plant turnaround and shutdown activities
• Ability to coordinate and technically supervise external subcontractors and suppliers
• Proficiency in SCADA systems and process automation software
• Knowledge of PLC programming and configuration
• Spare parts management experience including tendering and purchase order processes
• Commitment to occupational health, safety, and fire protection standards
• Functional English language proficiency for technical documentation
• Understanding of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 requirements is an advantage
• Familiarity with IIoT sensors, digital twin technology, or industrial cybersecurity is a plus

🎁 Benefits
• Stable employment within a globally recognized industrial group
• Opportunity to work with advanced DCS and automation technologies
• Professional development in an ISO-certified, safety-focused environment
• A collaborative team with a strong culture of continuous improvement

👥 Ideal Candidate
You are a detail-oriented, methodical professional who takes pride in precision and reliability. You bring a calm, structured approach to complex technical challenges and thrive in environments where accuracy matters. You are cooperative by nature, comfortable coordinating with internal teams and external partners alike, and you take ownership of your responsibilities with a high standard of quality and compliance.

📩 Ready to make your mark in a global carbon black leader? Apply today and bring your instrumentation expertise to Birla Carbon Hungary!