Process Control Project Engineer

Air Liquide•Houston, TX

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Supporting the project manager of DCS modernization, the Process Control Project Engineer is responsible for leading the design, implementation, of new or upgrades of DCS projects. The candidate will manage the technical scope of automation projects from initial scoping through design, installation, commissioning, and final handover to operations; always under the management of the project manager. They will also be the main coordinator with vendors during the design phase and execution phase.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or a related technical field required.
Candidates must have valid employment authorization in the U.S and must not require sponsorship now or in the future. This position is not open for non immigrant sponsorship.
5+ years of hands-on experience in process control, automation engineering, and project management within an industrial environment.
Proficiency in programming and configuring PLCs/DCS/SCADA (e.g., Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Emerson DeltaV, Honeywell).
Strong understanding of field instrumentation, motor controls, and industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, etc.).
Ability to read and interpret P&IDs and electrical drawings.
Proven track record of successfully managing contractors.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Experience with process safety management, safety instrumented systems (SIS), and relevant standards (e.g., ISA-88, ISA-95, IEC 61511).
Experience integrating OT (Operational Technology) with IT networks.

Responsibilities

Design and specify control system architectures, including Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs), and SCADA systems.
Specify the virtualization environment needs for virtual machines (VMs) and relocation of existing VMs
Select, specify, field instrumentation (sensors, transmitters, control valves, DVCs, etc.) based on process requirements.
Field walkthroughs with vendors to specify mounting specifications to avoid re-tubing equipment
Field walkthroughs with engineering partners for design of cabinets/panels and construction engineering packages
Develop and maintain technical project documentation, including Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), loop sheets, functional design specifications (FDS), and electrical schematics. Ensure all documentation is updated in Meridian.
Oversee control system programming, configuration, and tuning.
Lead Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) hardware/cabinets/panels and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) for new control systems and equipment.
Walk construction packages with awarded construction bidder
Receive transmitters and DVCs at site
Ensure everyone's working safely
Attend and lead morning safety meetings
Oversee, direct, and supervise all construction activities
Provide technical guidance to construction crews per issued for construction drawings
Work with construction crews to redline drawings as appropriate and communicate to PM
Update redlines to as-builts to leave a hard copy of updated drawings at site
Obtain technical answers to construction crews when questions arise
Sign daily timesheets
Attend daily meetings with PM to update schedule, provide highlights and next day plans
Provide overall E&I Technical expertise including Startup Support
Direct on-site installation, commissioning, loop checking, and startup activities.
In cooperation with the project manager, the candidate will handover the system and provide technical support to maintenance and operations staff post-installation.
Analyze existing process control systems to identify bottlenecks and implement upgrades for improved safety, reliability, and efficiency.