Automation Engineer
About The Position
Automation Engineer Vopak helps the world flow forward. We store the energy of today and tomorrow. But behind our impressive terminals and tanks, it is our people who make the difference. Guided by our culture of Trust, Collaboration, and Courage, we focus on creating an impact that brings the opportunity to grow and to make a real difference. As an Automation Engineer, you will play a key role in realizing our ambitions while building both the future of Vopak and your own. Your Mission As an Automation Engineer, you are responsible for leading and supporting the automation and control systems scope for facility upgrades, migrations, and lifecycle maintenance across our Deer Park (base) and Corpus Christi terminals. Your main goal is to serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for instrumentation and control systems, ensuring the integrity, safety, and optimal performance of all site automation.
Requirements
- You have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (an advanced degree in a technical or business field is preferred) professional and intellectual level.
- You have 6-8 years of relevant work experience in automation, instrumentation, and process controls within the petrochemical, refining, or oil & gas industries (liquid storage terminal experience is a plus).
- You are proficient in English (excellent oral, written, and presentation skills).
- You have strong hands-on experience with Emerson DeltaV DCS, SIS systems, and Rockwell PLCs hardware and software, alongside familiarity with IT/OT convergence and OT cybersecurity principles.
- You possess a deep knowledge of industrial automation standards (ISA 88, ISA 95, IEC61511, NEC) and have proven experience with the construction, installation, testing, and commissioning of control systems.
- You possess (or are able to obtain) a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential), are willing to travel up to 20% to the Corpus Christi terminal, and have the flexibility to respond promptly to off-hour emergencies.
- Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. The Company will not sponsor immigration or work visas.
Nice To Haves
- an advanced degree in a technical or business field is preferred
- liquid storage terminal experience is a plus
Responsibilities
- Providing Subject Matter Expertise: Serve as the SME for automation/control systems, coordinating technical and engineering matters among the terminal, customers, and key stakeholders.
- System Lifecycle Management: Manage the maintenance, configuration, monitoring, troubleshooting, and programming of hardware/software control systems, ensuring vendor Service Level Agreements (SLAs) are strictly met.
- Technical Design & Documentation: Develop and prepare control system block diagrams, network architectures, I/O lists, control narratives, Cause & Effect matrices, complex loop narratives, and DCS/HMI screens.
- Project Execution & Procurement: Prepare project scopes, specifications, cost estimates, and requisitions, while pre-qualifying vendors, evaluating bids, and monitoring vendor progress throughout the project lifecycle.
- Safety & Risk Mitigation: Actively participate in HAZOP/PHA activities to provide Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) input, achieving required Layers of Protection and championing SH&E principles.
- Cross-Functional Alignment: Support P&ID development and conduct regular meetings with Operations and Maintenance to ensure I&C designs align with operational needs and industrial standards.
Benefits
- Various flexible and hybrid work schedules.
- Competitive, market-based salary depending on your experience and knowledge, plus attractive bonuses.
- Career development and growth opportunities.
- Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account Options
- Short Term/Long Term Disability Insurance
- Basic and Supplemental Life/AD&D Insurance
- 401(k) Incentive Savings Plan
- Paid Holidays (9 fixed and 2 floating)
- Paid Time Off and Sick Days
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Accident Insurance
- Legal Plan
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- ID Theft Insurance
- Universal Life
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
