HRSG Controls Engineer - Automation & Safety Systems

FairPlay Engineering BV; Zoeterwoude; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

FairPlay Engineering BV in the Netherlands seeks a skilled Controls Engineer to design and implement automation solutions for HRSGs. You will translate process requirements into control specifications and collaborate with Process, Design, and Supply teams to ensure seamless system integration.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, at least 3 years in Controls/Instrumentation, and hands-on experience with DCS and Siemens T3000 or SIMATIC PCS 7.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Controls Engineering, Instrumentation, or Measurement & Control Technology.
• Knowledge of Distributed Control Systems (DCS).
• Experience with Siemens T3000 and/or SIMATIC PCS 7 is highly preferred.
• Understanding of control philosophies, automation systems, and industrial processes.
• Good knowledge of fluid flow and heat transfer principles.
• Ability to translate process and functional requirements into automation specifications.
• Experience participating in HAZOP and SIL-related activities is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Preparing technical specifications and engineering documentation.
• Developing system descriptions for HRSG startup, shutdown, and operational sequences.
• Creating Functional Control Diagrams (FCDs) and control philosophies.
• Selecting and specifying field instrumentation.
• Ensuring contractual requirements are translated into control system requirements.
• Participating in HAZOP studies and reviewing safety-related outcomes.
• Managing SIL assessment implementation resulting from HAZOP reviews.
• Supporting the procurement and selection of Burner Management Systems (BMS).
• Coordinating with Process Control System (DCS) suppliers and programmers.
• Converting functional requirements into clear specifications for PCS programming.
• Conducting Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and supporting Site Acceptance Tests (SAT).
• Participating in client meetings related to controls, safety, testing, and commissioning.
• Working closely with Process, Design, and Supply teams to ensure system integration.

Skills

DCS knowledge

Process control

Systems thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Siemens T3000

SIMATIC PCS 7

Job description

FairPlay Engineering BV in the Netherlands seeks a skilled Controls Engineer to design and implement automation solutions for HRSGs. You will translate process requirements into control specifications and collaborate with Process, Design, and Supply teams to ensure seamless system integration.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, at least 3 years in Controls/Instrumentation, and hands-on experience with DCS and Siemens T3000 or SIMATIC PCS 7.