Senior Controls & Automation Engineer - Lead Projects

Hatch Ltd.

Medellín

On-site

COP 180,000,000 - 320,000,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Hatch Medellín is seeking a highly motivated Senior Controls & Automation Engineer to join our PDG team. You will lead design reviews, develop control philosophies, and coordinate instrumentation sizing across disciplines.

The role requires 12+ years of project engineering experience in mining or related sectors, hands-on site exposure, and strong PLC/DCS programming skills (Rockwell preferred). Fluency in English is required, and you will mentor junior engineers while ensuring safety standards

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Control or Electronic Engineering from an accredited university.
12+ years of project engineering experience; mining experience is a plus.
Experience on large multidisciplinary projects.
Hands-on site experience and ability to work independently.
PLC/DCS programming experience (Rockwell preferred; DeltaV/ABB assets).
Knowledge of data-centric design systems (Smart Plant Instrumentation is an asset).
Good level of English (spoken and written).

Responsibilities

Schedule, coordinate and participate in S&PC design reviews.
Provide input for project cost estimates, schedules, and progress reporting.
Prepare all technical documentation required for project execution.
Develop data sheets, instrument indexes, and perform instrument sizing in collaboration with other disciplines.
Perform sizing calculations for flow meters and control valves.
Develop instrument MR packages, perform bid evaluations, and select instruments.
Provide input to the 3D model and participate in model reviews.
Develop control philosophies and control narratives.
Generate shutdown keys and cause and effects.
Designing network architectures and IT systems.
Review and comment vendor documentation and drawings to ensure compliance with standards and project requirements.
Specify, select, configure, and program control systems such as PLCs/DCSs, or other automation system as required.
Ensure that P&IDs meet technical requirements and comply with industry, Hatch, and project standards.
Participate in HAZOP, LOPA, SIL and other process safety related reviews as required.
Ensure that the design is operable, maintainable and safe according to applicable local laws and client safety standards.
Provide senior‑level review, technical guidance, and mentorship to intermediate and junior engineers.