Process Automation System (PAS) Engineer

Job Description

Job Summary:

The primary responsibility of the PAS Engineer is to ensure the delivery of projects executed by their Group. Meet or exceed customer and Control Southern project success criteria with the objective of maximizing both short-term and long-term profitability. The PAS Engineer will serve as the technical point of contact between the Project Manager and the technical disciplines involved in large, complex, or strategic projects executed by their group.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Ensure delivery of projects executed by their Group meet or exceed customer and Control Southern project success criteria.

The ability to interpret technical documents, requirements, and design specifications with aggressive attention to detail.

Ability to read, and understand the following types of industry-standard engineering drawings:

- System/Network Architecture for Industrial Control Systems

- P&IDs

- Electrical Power Wiring Diagrams, including AC (120V) and DC power distribution

- Grounding Wiring

- Control Panel Layout and related Bill of Materials

- Terminal Block Layout

- Installation Details (control panel assembly)

- Fabrication Details (sheet metal parts and components)

- Loop Sheets (per ISA S5.2)

- PLC/DCS I/O Termination

- Cable Block Diagrams

Ability to compile, organize, and maintain supporting documentation obtained from OEM suppliers, external customer representatives, component suppliers, and internal team members.

Work with Resource Manager to forecast resource needs for current and upcoming projects. Ensure resources are assigned to projects to optimize customer satisfaction and Control Southern profitability.

Create an environment for a highly motivated and engaged team of professionals.

Develop partnerships with customers and act as the focal point for ensuring customer satisfaction across all the project work undertaken by the Group.

Proactively provide support to the sales team in developing and winning new business with current and new customers in the assigned industry.

Assist sales and engineering leadership in developing and executing industry specific strategies to grow revenue and profitability in assigned industry.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Travel:

Dependent on customer and project assignments. May require substantial travel at times, but typically limited to Monday – Friday, and is variable based on Project and Customer demands.

Physical Demands:

Navigate / climb stairs at client and customer sites while carrying up to 30 pounds (This may be required to be performed at a brisk pace.)

Able to walk at a fast pace in case of a site evacuation.

Lift and carry up to 30 pounds

Ability to work in areas near high electrical currents

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science plus 1-2 years experience OR

Associate’s degree (A.A.) from a Technical School plus 5 - 10 years experience

In depth process and automation knowledge

Previous DCS configuration and programming experience with Emerson PROVOX and DeltaV control systems

Previous experience with PLC’s, (Allen Bradley, Siemens, GE, Schneider, etc.) automation/building management control systems

Experience in an industrial automation project delivery environment

Adaptable, resilient, adjusts quickly, maintains effectiveness throughout periods of change, exhibits tolerance for ambiguity and the ability to lead team through change

Excellent communication, interpersonal, team building, and organizational skills

Able to relate well to others, including team members, peers, senior leaders, and customers

Working knowledge of word processor and spreadsheet programs (i.e. Excel and Word).

Working knowledge of database programs (i.e. IFS, Outlook) preferable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesCompany Description

At Control Southern, we believe that if you live with integrity, success will follow.

Control Southern helps manufacturing plants in the Southeast run better, faster and smarter through automation and customized valve solutions. We offer on-site consultation, engineering services, top-notch products and business experience.

To grow even more, we are seeking candidates with integrity, a drive to excel in engineering, a dedication to customer service and a thirst to innovative in management.

Our expertise is backed by Emerson, a leader in global manufacturing and technology. With a team of highly skilled automation professionals developing unique solutions for our clients in power, pulp & paper, life science, chemical, food & beverage, alternative energy and many other process industries, we help the world run more efficiently.

Across North America, Emerson strategically partners with local companies to assist with delivery, ensure quality, and maximize lifetime value of all automation assets. This integrated network of twenty-one strategically selected local companies, known as Emerson Impact Partners, offer the tools, services, subject matter experts, local expertise, and technologies within and beyond Emerson’s portfolio to serve valve, automation and reliability needs.

As an Emerson Impact Partner for Georgia, Bahamas, the majority of Florida and Alabama, and portions of Tennessee, Control Southern connects customers with world-class solutions, superior technical expertise, and life-cycle services.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities