Automation Sr. Project Manager

EDG Inc; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

EDG Inc in The Woodlands, TX is seeking an Automation Senior Project Manager to oversee offshore automation projects, focusing on ICSS design, engineering, and standards. You will coordinate with operations, maintenance, and vendors to ensure capital projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

The role requires 10+ years in automation, offshore experience, and HUET or ability to obtain certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or similar discipline preferred.
• Ten (10) or more years of technical experience designing and implementing control systems (PLC and DCS).
• Ten (10) or more years of total experience in the automation industry.
• Current HUET certification or willingness to attain certification.
• Knowledge of project execution in automation projects.
• Knowledge of industry/regulatory codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-discipline teams to deliver engineering and design services for technology and automation projects.
• Develop schedules, plans, and budgets for project elements.
• Prepare forecasts, schedules, and cost estimates; produce financial reports.
• Ensure client satisfaction and safe delivery within budgets and schedules.
• Lead with a focus on safety and culture to motivate the team.
• Maintain documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Track and report project status to stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Offshore experience

Safety culture

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

EDG Inc

Automation Sr. Project Manager

Job Opening Details

Industry: Technology & Automation

Position: Automation Sr. Project Manager

Req Code: 3051

General Location: The Woodlands

DateOpened: 10/16/2026

Location: The Woodlands, TX and Houston, TX

Industry: Technologyand Automation

Department: Automation& Technology

EmploymentType: FT Regular*

Part-Time Available: No

Eligiblefor US Work Authorization Sponsorship: No

FLSAExemption: Exempt (Eligible for Straight-Time Overtime)

Job Summary:

Provide overall management of assigned projects acrossmultiple offshore production assets. The Automation Sr. Project Manager combinesstrong technical expertise with sound project management acumen to leadprojects through all phases of execution. This role acts as an integral memberof our clients team focusing on the delivery of Capital Projects through theleadership of client technical personnel, subcontractors, and suppliers. The position will coordinate with the facilityteam (i.e., operations, maintenance, automation), corporate stakeholders, andvendors as required.The candidateshould be proficient in deepwater offshore Integrated Control and Safety Systems(ICSS) and their design, engineering, and associatedstandards/regulations.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead multi-discipline teams as required todeliver supporting engineering and design services associated with technologyand automation projects;
• Work with other managers or disciplines asapplicable to develop schedules and plans for various elements of the project;
• Develop project forecasts, schedules, costestimates and project related financial reports;
• Responsible for client satisfaction (Operations)and safe delivery of work in accordance with budgets, schedules, and qualityrequirements;
• Visible leader with relentless focus on safetyand culture to motivate team performance;
• Ensure that proper documentation is maintainedthroughout the project lifecycle;
• Track, report, and communicate project statuseffectively to the stakeholders;

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):

Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering,Petroleum Engineering, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering,Computer Science, or similar discipline preferred.

• Ten (10) or more years of technical experiencedesigning and implementing control systems (PLC and DCS).
• Ten (10) or more years of total experience inthe automation industry.
• Current HUET certification or the willingnessand ability to attain certification required.
• Technical hands-on knowledge of relatedengineering systems, engineering calculations, application of engineering andconstruction methods and materials, and engineering application of computersoftware.
• Desire to learnproduction processes, systems, and new technologies.
• Knowledge of project execution in automationprojects.
• Knowledge of industry / regulatory codes andstandards.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Strong organizational skills related toengineering activities.

Working Conditions:

Requires travel within Houston area: clientoffices (The Woodlands, TX), vendors, and EPCs.

Requires travel to offshore oil and gasplatforms/rigs.

Field duties require outdoor work in an offshoreindustrial facility type atmosphere.

Interaction with other team members, as well as supervisors and client personnel.

Working around production machinery with potentiallyextreme noise levels.

Must be able to wear safety equipment asrequired by the safety department for personal protection.

May be at more than one job site in a day andmust be able to tolerate climate changes.

May be required to travel out of town on aperiodic basis.

Physical Requirements (With or without Reasonable Accommodation):

• Must be able to lift and carry fifty (50) pounds.
• Willingness and ability to navigate offshore oilrigs (e.g. stairs & ladders).
• Willingness and ability to travel withoutlimitation via helicopters and boats, including swing ropes and personnelbaskets.
• Willingness and ability to work in extremeweather conditions and hazardous atmospheres with appropriate safety trainingand equipment provided.
• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing orother communication capabilities which permit the employee to communicateeffectively.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Sufficient vision or other powers of observationwhich permits employee to conduct analysis and investigations.
• Sufficient manual dexterity which permit theemployee to perform routine office duties.
• Sufficient personal mobility and physicalreflexes to perform office duties and travel when necessary to off-sitelocations.

DrugFree Workplace:

EDG Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to a drug freeworkplace.Applicants are subject toboth pre-employment hair and urine drug screens.

Post-hire, employees are subject to random, periodic,post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug testing which may include bothhair and urine drug screens. In addition to the requirements of EDGs drug freeworkplace program, employees may be required to sign, acknowledge and complywith drug free workplace policies or programs required by clients.

Weare an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receiveconsideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status,or any other characteristic protected by law.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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