Sr Engineer I, Automation

Phillips 66 • Denver, CO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Senior Automation Engineer based out of our Denver office, you will be the on-site automation expert supporting the Integrated Control Center (ICC) designing, implementing, and optimizing process control solutions that enhance operational efficiency, safety, and reliability across large, complex systems. This is a seasoned, standalone role for someone who can operate independently, partner with diverse stakeholders, lead capital projects end-to-end, and bring deep technical judgment to large-scale gas plant and process control challenges.

Requirements

• Legally authorized to work in the job posting country
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering
• 5 or more years of relevant automation engineering experience
• Advanced PLC/DCS proficiency
• Advanced control loop tuning and loop health analysis proficiency
• Demonstrated ability to lead and design automation systems independently
• Ability to mentor and lead other engineers/technicians on technical work
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Must be willing and able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to: Travel up to 25% to facilities and project sites
• Must be willing and able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to: Work extended hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays, in support of after-hours and on-call needs
• Must be willing and able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to: Operate a company vehicle on site premises and/or public roads
• Must be willing and able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to: Work safely in industrial environments, around large machinery, chemicals and hydrocarbons under high pressure and heat, and in varying weather conditions
• Must be willing and able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to: Wear fire retardant clothing and personal protective equipment when on site

Nice To Haves

• 7 or more years of relevant automation engineering experience
• Hands-on experience leading automation on large, complex systems — e.g., full gas plant builds, high-IO-count installations, or integrated PLC/HMI/server architectures
• Proven track record mentoring or formally leading engineers and technicians in a senior/lead capacity
• Prior experience supporting an Integrated Control Center (ICC) or remote operations environment
• Experience with alarm rationalization, OT systems, and capital project leadership end-to-end
• Experience supporting midstream gas processing, gathering, or pipeline operations

Responsibilities

• Independently lead the design, programming, configuration, testing, and implementation of process automation solutions for large, complex systems (e.g., full gas plant builds, high-IO-count installations, integrated PLC/HMI/server architectures)
• Lead and execute capital projects for automation systems end-to-end, ensuring compliance with industry standards and company guidelines
• Analyze business processes and recommend automation strategies, including lifecycle management and optimization
• Develop reusable automation scripts, frameworks, and smart workflows to replicate and improve processes
• Architect, implement, and support distributed control systems (DCS), programmable logic controllers (PLCs), remote terminal units (RTUs), and human-machine interfaces (HMIs)
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and enhance automation equipment and systems, ensuring safety and reliability
• Conduct technical studies, feasibility reviews, and process hazard analyses
• Lead integration efforts for data collection and system optimization
• Support and implement information security measures
• Produce and maintain automation system documentation
• Lead alarm rationalization efforts, implement results, and monitor alarm system performance
• Build out and support remote operations applications and OT systems
• Maintain operational effectiveness through control loop tuning and loop health analysis
• Mentor and provide technical leadership to other engineers and technicians, sharing best practices and elevating team capability
• Respond to after-hours and weekend support requests as needed
• Travel to facilities as needed

Benefits

• Annual Variable Cash Incentive Program (VCIP) bonus
• 8% 401k company match
• Cash Balance Account pension
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with an annual company contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees on HDHP
• Total well-being programs and incentives, including Employee Assistance Plan, well-being reimbursement, and backup family care services

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior