Sr. Engineer - Process Automation HNO

TPC•Houston, TX

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled Senior Process Automation Engineer to join our team. This individual will be an integral member of the Process Automation Department within the Technology and Sustainability Group, responsible for implementing process control strategies, automated programming, and processes that will facilitate the successful execution of TPC Group’s strategic growth initiatives. Reporting to the Manager of Process Automation, the engineer will be tasked with designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining automation systems to optimize production processes and ensure operational efficiency. The Process Automation Engineer will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities, resolve issues, and foster continuous improvements in our plant operations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
Minimum 5 years of industry experience
Proven experience working as a Process Automation Engineer in the petrochemical, oil and gas industry, or a similar manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge of process control systems, instrumentation, and industrial automation technologies
Hands-on experience with DCS, PLC, SCADA systems, and other automation software and hardware
Familiarity with industry standards and protocols like OPC, Modbus, Profibus, etc.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or in a team environment
Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders
All applicants must be eligible to work for any employer in the United States without needing any company sponsorship

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with HAZOP studies, SIL assessments, and process safety management is a plus
Certification in relevant automation technologies or systems is desirable
Emerson DeltaV DCS/SIS experience is preferred.
Experience with networking and understanding of cyber security is a plus
Able to design and implement basic and advanced control schemes as well as complex sequence logic
Experience with Advanced Process Control Strategies.
Aspen DMC3 is a plus

Responsibilities

Design and implement process control strategies, including regulatory control, control sequence, logic, and advanced control.
Collaborate with production engineers, operations, and maintenance teams to identify automation needs and requirements.
Configure and program Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI), and other control systems.
Conduct system integration, testing, and commissioning of automation solutions.
Perform troubleshooting, diagnosis, and resolution of automation system issues to ensure uninterrupted plant operations.
Regularly review and improve alarm management systems (alarm rationalization).
Participate in and represent process automation in HAZOP and other safety and reliability processes and studies.
Participate in PHAs, PSSRs, incident investigations, and unit troubleshooting.
Provide automation engineering in the specification, design, development, installation, commissioning, and validation of process control systems for capital projects.
Provide training and support to plant personnel on the operation and maintenance of automation systems.
Adhere to safety, environmental, and regulatory standards in all automation activities.