Controls Systems Engineer

Design Hire•New Orleans, LA

About The Position

We’re seeking a Control Systems Engineer with strong experience supporting heavy industrial environments such as power generation, oil and gas, or similar process-driven facilities. This role is focused on control system design, instrumentation, and engineering support for industrial process systems. The right person will bring hands-on experience with DCS, PLC, and HMI platforms, along with a strong understanding of instrumentation, loop diagrams, control panel layouts, and control valve sizing.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering discipline
Experience in heavy industrial environments such as power generation, oil and gas, chemical processing, or similar facilities
Strong experience with DCS, PLC, and HMI systems
Strong understanding of process instrumentation and control system design
Experience developing loop diagrams and control panel layouts
Experience sizing and specifying control valves
Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, electrical drawings, instrumentation documents, and control system documentation
Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional engineering and field teams

Nice To Haves

Experience with plant modifications, modernization projects, or control system upgrades
Experience with industrial communication networks and integration between plant systems
Experience supporting commissioning and startup activities
Familiarity with industry standards and best practices related to instrumentation and control systems
Experience in regulated or highly process-driven industrial environments

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and support control systems for heavy industrial process applications
Work with DCS, PLC, and HMI systems to support system design, integration, upgrades, troubleshooting, and commissioning
Develop and review loop diagrams, control narratives, I/O lists, instrumentation lists, and related engineering documentation
Prepare control panel layouts, wiring concepts, and system architecture documentation
Support field instrumentation selection, specification, and application for industrial process systems
Size and specify control valves based on system requirements, process conditions, and performance needs
Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, and process engineering teams to ensure proper system integration
Support modifications, upgrades, and improvements to existing plant control systems
Participate in startup, commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of control and instrumentation systems
Ensure designs and deliverables comply with applicable codes, standards, plant requirements, and safety expectations
Provide technical support to operations, maintenance, and project teams throughout project execution
Assist with problem-solving related to system performance, instrumentation issues, and control strategy improvements