Control System Engineer

HW3; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

HW3 is seeking a hands-on, senior-level Control Systems Engineer to own automation projects end-to-end—from design and programming to commissioning and startup, in an industrial setting.

You will lead design and testing of DCS/PLC systems, configure Emerson DeltaV DCS and DeltaV SIS, and guide FAT/SAT activities. The role requires strong PLC skills, familiarity with process control, and ability to work in plant environments.

Qualifications

• Senior-level experience in control systems or automation engineering.
• Strong hands-on experience with Emerson DeltaV.
• PLC programming and troubleshooting experience.
• Solid understanding of process control and safety systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, programming, testing, and startup of DCS and PLC-based control systems.
• Serve as the technical lead on automation projects from concept through commissioning.
• Configure and support Emerson DeltaV DCS and DeltaV SIS.
• Perform FAT/SAT testing, loop checks, and system startups.
• Review and approve control panel and cabinet designs.
• Troubleshoot and support live production systems and upgrades.

Skills

Control systems

DeltaV

PLC programming

Process control

Safety systems

Project leadership

Tools

Emerson DeltaV

PACSystems

Job description

We’re supporting a Control Systems Engineer opportunity with a well-established industrial automation organization that partners closely with Emerson and serves process industries such as oil & gas, chemical, and manufacturing.

This is a hands-on, senior-level role for an engineer who enjoys owning automation projects end-to-end, from design and programming through commissioning and startup.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the design, programming, testing, and startup of DCS and PLC-based control systems
• Serve as the technical lead on automation projects from concept through commissioning
• Configure and support Emerson DeltaV DCS and DeltaV SIS
• Perform and lead FAT/SAT testing, loop checks, and system startups
• Review and approve control panel and cabinet designs
• Troubleshoot and support live production systems and upgrades
• Work directly with customers to deliver reliable, safe automation solutions

Technologies You’ll Work With

• PLCs: Emerson PACSystems, Rockwell Automation, Modicon, Triconex
• Flow computers: ROC, Bristol
• Industrial instrumentation and networking

What We’re Looking For

• Senior-level experience in control systems or automation engineering
• Strong hands-on experience with Emerson DeltaV
• PLC programming and troubleshooting experience
• Solid understanding of process control and safety systems
• Experience leading technical work or projects
• Comfortable working in industrial plant environments