LNG Plant Control Systems Technician/Sr LNG Plant Control Systems Technician

BHE•Lusby, MD

6d•$42 - $72•Onsite

About The Position

BHE GT&S is hiring a multi-level LNG Plant Control Systems Technician/Senior LNG Plant Control Systems Technician for its Cove Point facility in Lusby, Maryland. The successful candidate will be placed at the appropriate skill level based on demonstrated competencies, qualifications, and relevant experience. Reporting to the Supervisor-LNG Operations (Plant Controls System), the position is part of a multidisciplinary team responsible for the safe, compliant, and reliable operation and maintenance of the terminal’s Distributed Control System (DCS), LNG process systems infrastructure, emergency response systems, power and steam generation rotating machinery, and auxiliary control support systems. The role maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, and upgrades complex DCS and related process-control and automation platforms and components. It involves configuring, maintaining, optimizing, and upgrading DCS hardware and software, PLCs, HMIs, the Operator Training Simulator, alarm management systems, industrial networks, system administration, and cybersecurity controls. The technician supports safe and compliant terminal operations, continuous improvement, reliability initiatives, and coordination with facility operations and other functions. The position requires work in an industrial environment and may require on-call duty or rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Relocation assistance may be available subject to eligibility requirements. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

Requirements

For Plant Control System Technician level: 2 or more years of related experience.
For Senior Plant Control System Technician level: at least 5 years of direct experience with operations, instrumentation, DCS, PLCs, and computer systems.
Applied knowledge of automated control instruments and industrial components, such as flow meters, pressure gauges, thermocouples, and regulators.
Competency appropriate to the level in making DCS or PLC logic, graphics, control-loop, and network configuration changes.
Previous work experience demonstrating technical knowledge of Emerson DeltaV, ABB Infi-90, and Allen Bradley control systems.
Knowledge of environmental regulations and, for the senior level, associated control and data-acquisition systems.
Ability to provide guidance and/or training to technicians and operators; at technician level, to less experienced technicians and operators.
Competence troubleshooting and repairing workstation, server, personal computer software, and hardware.
Computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel.
Analytical and deductive reasoning, communication, technical writing, instrumentation, and mathematical skills.
Ability to troubleshoot and solve equipment, process, and DCS hardware problems.
Ability to conduct site inspections or walkdowns, including working at heights.
Ability to recommend changes to DCS, instrumentation drawings, and configuration documentation.
For senior level: experience commissioning medium- to large-scale industrial control installations and demonstrated ability to maintain DCS and instrumentation documentation.
Associate degree; typically, two years of related progressive work experience would be needed for candidates without an associate degree.
Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card or proof of TWIC card application.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Emerson DeltaV System Administrator-level knowledge and experience in system maintenance, patching, and troubleshooting.
Experience with GE MK Vie Controls, Woodward Controls, compressor anti-surge controls, and Allen Bradley PLCs.
Recent experience in LNG, petrochemical NGL, cryogenic natural gas processing, hydrocarbon processing, or power generation.
Startup and commissioning experience.
Experience with Maximo and Oracle.
Preferred degree in Control Systems Engineering/Automation or Technical Studies.

Responsibilities

Perform proactive and preventive maintenance in accordance with industry best practices, manufacturer recommendations, and applicable regulatory requirements, including FERC, PHMSA, NFPA, USCG, MDOL, MDE, and EPA requirements.
Recognize and account for the safety, environmental, and facility-reliability consequences of work, maintaining high standards of safety and environmental compliance.
Work closely with and provide technical DCS support to facility operations teams to meet operational needs.
Respond to control-system issues affecting operations; assist with startups, shutdowns, and abnormal operating conditions; and implement improvements to reliability and performance.
Troubleshoot and repair complex control and network systems, perform diagnostics, and replace or upgrade components as needed.
Modify, test, tune, and validate control-loop logic across DCS, SIS, and PLC-based subsystems; analyze process response, optimize control parameters, and verify performance.
Monitor DCS and related network hardware and software for security and performance issues, and troubleshoot and resolve problems.
Perform periodic backups of DCS and PLC controllers, networks, and computers.
Maintain and update OT cybersecurity compliance platforms, including asset inventory systems, whitelisting applications, intrusion-detection tools, password-vault solutions, and disaster-recovery software.
Review alarm history to identify nuisance and low-value alarms and improve alarm management and operational efficiency.
Work with the site Control Engineer to submit DCS drawing and configuration changes through the site modification and Management of Change process.
Support installation, testing, and startup of new equipment.
Attend required on-site and off-site training and complete assigned self-study and qualification programs to maintain technical and safety certifications.
Develop a solid understanding of plant DCS, SIS, and PLC systems associated with LNG liquefaction, regasification, ship loading, and power generation processes.
Use Maximo and Oracle computerized maintenance management systems to manage assets, work orders, inventory, and scheduling and to support proactive maintenance and reduced downtime.
May assist in developing, implementing, and executing DCS and OT cybersecurity policies and procedures.
May be required to be on call and/or work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
May perform other duties as assigned.
Contribute to a team-centric work environment based on mutual respect and integrity.
Support the company's CHAMPION culture, centered on personal responsibility, continuous improvement, and delivering quality for customers.

Benefits

Medical plans for individuals and families
Health savings account or flexible spending accounts
Dental and vision benefits for individuals and families
Life insurance
Paid time off accrued per pay period
Paid holidays
Paid bereavement leave
401(k) plan with employer match
Short- and long-term disability plans
Paid parental leave
Educational assistance
Adoption assistance
Voluntary benefits such as auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and identity protection
Performance incentive plan, subject to eligibility and management discretion
Overtime eligibility for non-exempt roles
Relocation assistance, subject to eligibility requirements