Instrumentation and Controls Engineer

MAV Project Services • Alvin, TX

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About The Position

The Instrumentation and Controls Engineer works with process controls and related systems in processing plants. The role requires extensive knowledge of legacy PLC and HMI platforms, process functionality, programming methods, and configurations, as well as proficiency implementing new controls templates. The engineer must be able to work independently and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, including operations and contractors. The role also involves independently managing multiple tasks and coordinating large amounts of work through others, such as contractor support.

Requirements

• A B.S. degree in engineering or 10 years of controls-related experience.
• At least 5 years of experience implementing process control and related systems in processing plants.
• Extensive knowledge of legacy PLC and HMI platforms, process functionality, programming methods, and configurations.
• Extensive knowledge of industry standards for documentation, basic regulatory and discrete control, loop tuning, safety systems, and PLC configuration.
• Knowledge of reading and developing process, electrical, and instrumentation drawings, Cause and Effect Diagrams, specifications, and control narratives.
• Configuration experience with various HMI and PLC platforms, including function block and ladder logic programming.
• Working experience with Allen Bradley PLC.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and large amounts of work through others, such as contractor support.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and climb a ladder.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of Honeywell Experion DCS.
• Configuration experience with Triconex Safety Systems.

Responsibilities

• Implement new controls templates.
• Configure HMI and PLC platforms, including function block and ladder logic programming.
• Read and develop process, electrical, and instrumentation drawings, Cause and Effect Diagrams, specifications, and control narratives.
• Independently manage multiple tasks and coordinate large amounts of work through others, such as contractor support.
• Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with all levels of the organization, including operations and contractors.

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental options.
• HSA/FSA options.
• 401(k) with 4% match.
• 108 hours of PTO accrued weekly.
• Paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time