Control System Engineer

TRS Staffing Solutions; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

TRS Staffing Solutions is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to design, develop, implement, and support industrial control systems for large-scale capital projects.

You will participate from conceptual design through startup, ensuring compliance with client and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation, or related discipline.
• Experience in industrial control systems within EPC, industrial, or process industries.
• Working knowledge of PLC and DCS platforms (Emerson, Honeywell, Siemens, Rockwell, Yokogawa).
• Experience with control system documentation and engineering deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Develop control system architectures including DCS, PLC, SCADA, SIS, and networked control systems.
• Prepare control philosophies, functional descriptions, cause & effect diagrams, and control narratives.
• Design control system hardware including I/O, panels, marshalling, power distribution, and networks.
• Develop and review I&C drawings, loop diagrams, logic diagrams, and wiring details.
• Support development of P&IDs, instrument indexes, and I/O lists.
• Perform control system sizing, architecture selection, and redundancy analysis.
• Develop and review PLC, DCS, and SCADA logic and configuration.
• Support HMI graphics design and operator interface philosophy.
• Coordinate FAT and SAT testing.
• Support system integration between control, safety, and auxiliary systems.
• Collaborate with process, electrical, mechanical, and project engineering disciplines.
• Interface directly with clients to clarify requirements and support technical reviews.

Skills

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Client interface skills

Project-based work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Controls Engineering/Automation

Tools

PLC & DCS platforms (Emerson, Honeywell, Siemens, Rockwell, Yokogawa)

I/O, panels, marshalling, power distribution

Job description

The Control Systems Engineer is responsible for the design, development, implementation, and support of industrial control and automation systems for large-scale capital projects. This role supports the full project lifecycle—from conceptual design and front-end engineering through detailed design, construction, commissioning, and startup—while ensuring systems meet project, client, and regulatory requirements.

The engineer works collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and interfaces closely with clients, vendors, and construction teams to deliver robust, safe, and reliable control solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop control system architectures including DCS, PLC, SCADA, SIS, and networked control systems
• Prepare control philosophies, functional descriptions, cause & effect diagrams, and control narratives
• Design control system hardware including I/O, panels, marshalling, power distribution, and networks
• Develop and review instrumentation and control (I&C) drawings, loop diagrams, logic diagrams, and wiring details
• Support development of P&IDs, instrument indexes, and I/O lists
• Perform control system sizing, architecture selection, and redundancy analysis

Automation & Software

• Develop and review PLC, DCS, and SCADA logic and configuration
• Support HMI graphics design and operator interface philosophy
• Coordinate FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing) and SAT (Site Acceptance Testing)
• Support system integration between control, safety, and auxiliary systems (e.g., packaged equipment)

Safety & Compliance

• Support functional safety and process safety activities, including SIS and interlock design
• Participate in HAZOP, SIL determination, and risk assessment studies as required
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client specifications (ISA, IEC, IEEE, NFPA, etc.)

Execution & Field Support

• Support construction, installation, commissioning, and startup activities
• Resolve technical issues during fabrication, installation, and field execution
• Coordinate with vendors, suppliers, and third-party system integrators

Project & Client Interface

• Collaborate with process, electrical, mechanical, and project engineering disciplines
• Interface directly with clients to clarify requirements and support technical reviews
• Support project schedules, cost estimates, and execution plans

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation, or related discipline
• Experience in industrial control systems within EPC, industrial, or process industries
• Working knowledge of PLC and DCS platforms (e.g., Emerson, Honeywell, Siemens, Rockwell, Yokogawa)
• Experience with control system documentation and engineering deliverables
• Strong understanding of industrial communication networks and protocols
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary, project-based environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting large capital projects in energy, chemicals, mining, life sciences, or advanced manufacturing
• Knowledge of functional safety systems and standards (IEC 61511 / 61508)