Process Controls Engineer

Summary:

The Process Controls Engineer is responsible for all control systems within the facility. This will include working with technicians and other engineers on control systems philosophies, control system architectures, and modifying programming as needed for PLC’s and HMI devices.

Job Duties

Maintain and modify existing systems including Rockwell ControlLogix PLC’s and WonderWare HMI applications

Implement controls changes in an operating environment (graphics, logic, alarm setpoints, tuning, etc.)

Troubleshoot and problem-solve control system and WonderWare performance issues

Provide technical oversight of process control systems, safety instrumented systems and data acquisition systems

Maintain control system documentation (Cause/Effect Diagrams) and software version control

Maintain & troubleshoot SCADA servers, switches, and computers on the controls network

Provide support for the maintenance of the hardware and software associated with the Operator Training Simulator

Interface with vendors/suppliers to determine proper control system solutions and applications

Job Requirements

Education

B.S. in Engineering or equivalent experience

Experience / Specific Knowledge

Experience maintaining and troubleshooting industrial automation software

Knowledge reading and interpreting logic diagrams, loop drawings, P&IDs and other diagrams

Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquid, and high/low pressure systems

7+ years’ experience in troubleshooting various controls related issues in an operating plant environment, preferably LNG, pipeline or petro-chemical facility.

Prefer experience at an LNG facility, a refinery, or a petrochemical facility

Prefer experience troubleshooting and maintaining SCADA HMI’s, Wonderware Archestra.

Prefer experience troubleshooting and maintaining SCADA Ethernet networks/Managed switches i.e. Cisco, AB-Stratix.

Prefer experience troubleshooting and maintaining Allen Bradley PLC’s, ControlLogix.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations

Must possess a valid driver's license and meet company insurability requirements

May be required to achieve and maintain certifications as required to perform job duties

Competencies, Skills, and Abilities

Computer skills (competent in MS Office, WonderWare, and Windows Operating Systems)

Good verbal and written communication skills

Customer focus

Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules

Ability to speak and understand English.