Control Systems Engineer - Houston, TX

S&B Engineers and Constructors•Buenaventura Lakes, FL

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

S&B is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to perform all phases of control system development and control system equipment design for projects of varying sizes and complexities. The role requires competence in conventional Control Systems Engineering and independent judgment to evaluate, select, adapt, and modify standard engineering criteria, methods, and procedures. The engineer periodically evaluates work performed by less experienced engineers and applies knowledge of project management requirements, including staffing and scheduling. The position provides technical guidance and manpower coordination for Control Systems Engineering staff assigned to projects, and may assist with personnel hiring evaluations. Work includes developing control system architectures and specifications, supporting safety instrument systems and functional safety documentation, reviewing designs and vendor submissions, coordinating with clients and other disciplines, and contributing to estimates, proposals, planning, and project execution. Field work, plant start-ups, vendor inspections, and foreign travel or assignments may be required.

Requirements

At least 10 years of Control Systems Engineering experience, or equivalent working knowledge and experience.
Normally requires a four-year degree in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering.
Knowledge of the capabilities and limitations of computer software packages and automated engineering and design equipment, sufficient to direct their use for diverse assignments.
Experience in safety shutdown and/or critical control systems.
Experience in PLC programming, logic, human-machine interface, and/or graphics.
Experience in DCS programming, configuration, human-machine interface, and/or graphics.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from clients, managers, designers, and engineers.
Ability to work with probability, statistical inference, plane and solid geometry, and trigonometry, and apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Nice To Haves

Certified Functional Safety Engineer (Exida CFSE) or TUV Functional Safety Engineer registration is preferred.

Responsibilities

Meet with clients' technical staff to discuss technical information and features.
Prepare sketches and perform calculations for a detailed segment of a project.
Visit existing plants to gather operating data and equipment information.
Prepare equipment specifications, inquiries, and purchase requisitions for approval.
Evaluate vendor bids and drawings for compliance with specifications.
Communicate equipment design information to clients and other design disciplines.
Review and approve design drawings for assigned project segments.
Participate in reviews of Process Flow Diagrams and Piping and Instrument Diagrams.
Participate in preparing equipment lists, instrument indexes, and process specifications for instruments.
Develop System Architecture drawings showing project control systems, required hardware, and communication protocols interfacing with DCS, SIS, PLCs, analyzers, vendor packaged equipment, central control rooms, and other platforms.
Prepare control system specifications and procurement documents for multiple control system platforms, and attend Factory Acceptance Tests for equipment purchased by the project or client.
Develop and support Safety Instrument System documentation, including Cause and Effect, Safety Requirement Specifications, Safety Instrumented Function design, SIL calculations, and other documentation required by the Functional Safety Management Plan.
Support or facilitate alarm rationalization among project stakeholders.
Monitor subcontracted technical services activities.
Participate in preparing design guides, guide specifications, and contract proposals.
May supervise and direct personnel working on one or more projects.
Provide input to estimates, proposals, scheduling, and manpower planning.
Participate in plant start-ups and field assignments as required.
Participate in equipment inspections at vendors' facilities.
May plan, organize, and supervise design engineering activities for large, complex projects or multiple moderate-size projects.
Contribute to construction constructability discussions related to field conditions, sequencing, and scheduling.
Provide technical guidance and coordinate manpower for Control Systems Engineering staff assigned to projects.
Assist in evaluating and reviewing personnel for hiring.