Full Job Description
The Staff Controls Engineer (Projects) will be responsible for designing and installing process control systems and related projects. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Engineering and technical support for process control, instrumentation, and measurement technologies for projects.
• Providing technical guidance for design of recommendations from Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA)
• Facilitating the Safety Integrity Level (SIL) Analysis.
• Lead the design effort for control system upgrades, Burner Management System upgrades, and shutdown system upgrades.
• Providing guidance and support for process control project scope and estimates.
• Support the use of and develop new standards, specifications, details, maintenance procedures, and documentation for plant and pipeline related projects.
• Participating in operational training as related to these systems.
• Mentor less experienced Engineers.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will meet the following qualifications:
• A minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering or related degree is required.
• A minimum of 15 years experience on implementation of process control systems and I&E related functions for plant and pipeline facilities is required.
• Expert knowledge of industry standards for documentation, basics and complex regulatory control, loop tuning, safety systems, DCS and PLC configuration is required.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical and instrumentation design including relay logic.
• Extensive knowledge of HAZOP, LOPA, and SIL analysis are required.
• Expert knowledge of industry recognized safety system, burner management equipment, and implementation is required.
• Extensive experience with ICS Triplex, Honeywell, Triconex, and Allen Bradley PLC is preferred.
• Must be a self-starter and able to work both independently and with others in the organization.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels within the organization (operations and contractors), both verbally and in writing.
• Must have the ability to perform light work, able to lift minimum of 20 pounds occasionally, be able to climb a ladder, and be able to reach overhead, stoop, bend and twist while working.