Conversions, Modifications & Upgrades (CM&U) Controls Engineer

Penn Entertainment•Houston, TX

5h•Onsite

About The Position

PROENERGY is seeking a CM&U Controls Engineer to create engineering deliverables for conversion, modification, and upgrade projects, including software, calculations, equipment specifications, engineering drawings, and installation instructions. The engineer will also help establish in-house controls standards and review client and equipment-supplier designs. The role requires flexibility and collaboration across Engineering, Procurement, Document Controls, and Operations teams to deliver solutions for the power industry. The position is based in PROENERGY’s Houston, Texas office and reports to the Director of CM&U. The engineer will develop and integrate control systems, provide technical support to internal and external clients, support machinery startups and installations, and prepare control-system documentation. PROENERGY describes itself as an engineering, R&D, and manufacturing company serving the fast-start power-generation industry.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or related experience with relevant functional mechanisms such as loop-tuning science and methodology and control configurations.
Proven experience with one or more PLC platforms, such as Allen Bradley, GE Mark series, GE Fanuc, or Siemens.
Proficiency in multiple programming environments and languages.
Experience with retrofits or upgrades using multiple platforms.
Ability to work with people of varied backgrounds and objectives.
Ability to reach consensus on complex issues in a timely and effective manner.
Technical competence in software, hardware, and networks.
Basic written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and ability to present complex information clearly and effectively to employees, management, and clients at all levels.
Ability to learn and effectively use new software programs.
Adaptability and comfort with change and ambiguity; collaborative approach and systems-thinking ability.
Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams to resolve design and drawing issues.
Ability to work safely and effectively and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment-use requirements, and other policies.
Fluent English reading, writing, and speaking skills.
U.S. work authorization; candidates requiring sponsorship for a work-authorized visa will not be considered.
Satisfactory completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Nice To Haves

Steam turbine, gas turbine, or petrochemical controls design and software experience.

Responsibilities

Develop PLC logic and software.
Develop HMI screens.
Design control-system networks and architecture.
Integrate control systems with Balance of Plant Controls and subsystems.
Design and program control software.
Review machine control specifications and ensure they meet contractual requirements.
Provide systems support to internal and external clients, including end-users, suppliers, the electrical design group, manufacturing, and functional test groups.
Provide control-system startup services and support machinery, including on-site and remote support for installation teams.
Prepare documentation, including user manuals, control-system specifications, and procedures.
Review third-party client and equipment-supplier designs as in-house controls standards are established.
Apply knowledge independently and ensure compliance with the quality program; establish related processes and promote a quality-focused culture.
Support continuous improvement and departmental change efforts.
Provide guidance on department design guides, standards, systems, and applicable engineering codes.
Collaborate with project managers, engineers, designers, and field personnel in multidisciplinary project teams to resolve design or drawing issues and accomplish project goals.
Work safely and follow oral and written instructions, warning signs, equipment-use requirements, and other policies.
Organize and complete work within deadlines during normal operating hours, with overtime and weekends as required.