Senior Controls Engineer

The Senior Controls Engineer consistently evaluates, selects, and applies advanced engineering techniques and procedures to complex assignments. The position is responsible for planning and directing large engineering projects, setting priorities, allocating resources, and making necessary decisions on day-to-day operating matters within the scope of the position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides comprehensive engineering and design services by establishing the design criteria and implementing the preparation of specifications, design, computations, and deliverables according to project requirements
• Supervises and provides technical direction to design activities undertaken by engineering, design, and drafting staff working on assigned projects

• Work as part of the electrical engineering department group as a Controls engineer.  The Controls engineer will work closely with Process Engineering and require interface with Electrical, Instrumentation and Automation
• Development and design of basic, detailed, and conceptual engineering packages: DCS/PLC system design
• Produces Control System-related engineering deliverables, i.e. functional specifications, logic drawings, block diagrams, control system layouts, control panel design, wiring details, I/O assignment, control system topology, control system hardware selection, HMI, and loop assignment drawings,
• Reviews and approves inquiry, evaluation, and purchase requisition of controls equipment, network equipment, etc
• Supports Process/Project Engineers in preparing P&ID’s, Cause and Effects, S/D Keys, Control Narratives, Setpoint list and Alarm List
• Performing and participating in HAZOP, SIL and LOPA
• Performing and participating in FAT, pre-commissioning and commissioning activities
• Performs shop inspections and resolves technical issues, assists with resolving technical issues in the shop or field
• Produces progress reports and executes change management process
• Ensures consistency and integrity of Controls design throughout the project
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• A recognized degree in Chemical, Electrical or Computer Engineering
• Eng with membership in APEGA
• 10+ years of directly related experience in electrical design of oil & gas processing facilities
• Experience within an EPC and EPCM work environment
• Experience with integrated instrumentation and control system design
• Experience with Distributed Control Systems, Safety Instrument Systems, Burner Management Systems, High-integrity pressure protections systems, Programmable Logic Controllers and RTU’s
• Strong interpersonal skills required for internal team interfaces and client liaison

• Individual must have direct experience in Controls Engineering Sweet and Sour Gas Plant equipment and processes such as Cryogenic/Deep Cut, Molecular Sieve Systems, Amine, Compression, Refrigeration Plants, Dehydration, Flare Systems, etc 

• Individual must have extensive experience programming and configuring PLC/DCS systems from vendors like Rockwell or Emerson. Individual must have experience interfacing with 3rd party controls systems and HIPPS systems.