Control Systems Senior Engineer I

Matrix Service Co. • Houston, TX

34d

About The Position

The Senior Control Systems Engineer I is responsible for performing control system design, programming and start up on various industrial projects. The Sr. Controls Systems Engineer I will be part of a project team from inception through construction completion. The role will act as a discipline lead for control systems on projects, managing internal and external resources as assigned/required.

Requirements

• BS in Engineering required; MS degree preferred. Professional Engineer (PE) is preferred.
• 6+ years related engineering experience.
• Deep understanding of PFD's and P&ID's.
• Proficiency in ISA standards and PLC programming.
• Demonstrable success in the detailed design of industrial process facility control system architectures, control systems, control panels, networks, software, and field wiring is required.
• Significant experience designing, programming, and commissioning process control systems including PLC, HMI, DCS, and historian systems.
• Expert proficiency with a variety of programming techniques (Ladder logic, Function Block, Structured Text, etc.)
• Functional knowledge of various communications protocols (Ethernet IP, Control Net, Modbus RTU/TCP, Profibus, Profinet, etc.)
• Expert proficiency with Rockwell Automation tools (Factory Talk View, Studio 5000, Historian, etc.)
• Working knowledge of Variable Frequency Drive setup, programming, and troubleshooting (AB Powerflex in particular)
• Fundamental understanding and experience designing and commissioning closed-loop control systems.
• Fundamental understanding of basic signal analysis and digital filtering techniques
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills and ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously under time sensitive deadlines.
• Exhibits excellent listening, oral and written skills; ability to prepare and make project related presentations to clients is desirable.
• Occasional overtime will be required.
• Travel will be required to project sites to support start-up of controls systems.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification is desirable.
• Functional experience with equivalent Automation tools by Schneider, Siemens, GE and Wonderware is a plus.
• Experience working within a computer aided engineering (CAE) platform is preferred.
• Experience preparing FEED study deliverables and cost estimates is preferred.
• Familiarity with tools and techniques for tracking progress against budget, scope, and schedule.

Responsibilities

• Actively supports the Company's commitment to safety and its "Core Values."
• Represents the Company at all times with high moral standards while adhering to the Company's "Code of Business Conduct and Ethics."
• Applies broad knowledge of principles and practices in a specific practice area.
• Independently evaluates, selects, and adapts standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Acquires general knowledge of principles, practices of related fields, and ability to function on multidisciplinary teams.
• Works on multiple projects of moderate size or portions of major projects.
• Designs and conducts experiments and analysis and interprets data.
• Formulates and solves problems.
• Coordinates tasks with engineers, designers, and administrative staff.
• Plans and coordinates detailed aspects of engineering work.
• Prepares scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments.
• Assists with proposals to provide professional services or obtain funding for engineering projects or programs.
• Receives general direction on key objectives.
• Receives guidance, when necessary, on unconventional or complex problems, direction on modified techniques, and new approaches on assignments with conflicting criteria.
• Interacts with PM, client, customers, officials, contractors, and others.
• Attends project meetings and presents specific aspects of engineering assignments.
• Serves as discipline lead on projects, and manages the discipline work to achieve schedule, budget, scope, and quality objectives.
• Routinely prepares progress and status updates for discipline work.
• Leads the design of facility control systems architecture.
• Solicits and reviews bids for all manner of control systems equipment and services for industrial facility FEED and EPC stages.
• Leads the design of industrial facility control system hardware. Prepares control system documents such as lists, reports, specifications, test documents, and datasheets.
• Utilizes and updates template specifications and documents to prepare deliverables.
• Manages the preparation of and checks entire control system drawing and specification packages for the construction of large industrial facilities.
• May conduct project site startup activities including process control loop checkout and troubleshooting, network performance testing and troubleshooting, and acceptance testing.
• Performs other related duties, as directed.

Benefits

• Full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, disability benefits, life and AD&D insurance, an employee assistance program (EAP), a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), a robust wellness program and adoption assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Warehousing and Storage