Principal Process Automation & Controls Engineer

Worley•Houston, TX

22h•Hybrid

About The Position

The primary purpose of this role is to drive execution of automation engineering projects within the Autonomous and Automation Americas team by leveraging cutting-edge digital, technology, and autonomous solutions across multiple vendor platforms. The consultant will play a pivotal role in delivering innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency, safety, and sustainability in mining, on-shore or off-shore operations. This is a full-time hybrid position based in Houston, Texas, Calgary, or Edmonton Alberta, Canada.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering discipline (Electrical, Instrumentation Computer Systems, Chemical).
10-12+ years’ experience with expertise in leading control systems projects in the industry and managing a team.
Programming and configuring PLC and DCS platforms; preference for Rockwell, Honeywell and/or Triconex.
Hands on experience and leading teams involved in system integration work including DCS and PLC software migrations.
Strong self-starter and entrepreneurial mindset.
Excellent communication skills including ability to communicate complex ideas effectively, producing concise reports and presentations appropriate for all levels.
Experience in the full lifecycle of automation development, from planning, development, testing, commissioning and operations.
Specific front end engineering experience developing project scope, control system philosophy, systems architecture, process safety studies, CHAZOP/HAZOP/LOPA, SIL determination, P&ID development and building TIC estimates a must.
Experience in developing Total Installed Cost (TIC) estimates for capital projects, including performing material takeoffs and utilizing estimating software tools (Cleopatra preferred).
Must have a strong background in compiling material quantities for process automation-intensive projects to produce accurate TIC estimates.

Nice To Haves

P.E. license a plus.
EPC Experience is an asset.
Experience in the following sectors a plus: Mining, LNG, petrochemical, oil and gas, or nuclear industries.

Responsibilities

Work seamlessly with various Worley offices to share work and integrate staff on projects for a blended execution team.
Coordinating interfaces with engineering partners, construction contractors, equipment manufacturers, system integrators and project management as well as other technical disciplines including process, civil, structural, piping, mechanical, and electrical.
Desire to expand role and be adaptable to client's needs.
Assist, and later, lead the preparation of proposals, execution plans and budgets.
Working on all engineering phases within a project from concept through detailed design and engineering.
Working in the field providing construction support, FAT and SAT, installation qualifications and commissioning/validation/ handover to operations.
Programming and configuring PLC and DCS platforms while leading a team for project implementation.
Produce various deliverables such as, but not limited to - control narratives, cause and effect drawings, Boolean logic diagrams, DCS / SIS / PLC functional specifications and procurement, system cabinet drawings, wiring diagrams, system card layout and loading. Also, basic I&C deliverables such as instrument datasheets, instrument index, IO lists, wiring diagrams, system architecture.
Engineering and commissioning complex automation projects including working in the field with specific support for construction management.
In addition to writing and utilizing FAT and SAT protocols, installation qualification, commissioning and handover.
Take ownership for project success: delivery of target quality, cost management and customer satisfaction.
Proactively builds a knowledge base of tools and methodologies to drive productivity and growth.
Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural environment.