Control Systems Engineer – DCS & Automation Specialist

PEMEX Deer Park; Deer Park (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

Medical

Dental

Vision benefits

Growth opportunities

Job summary

PEMEX Deer Park is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to lead instrumentation and control efforts for assigned production units at the Deer Park refinery. The role focuses on implementing and maintaining advanced control strategies, DCS configurations, and SIS assurance to ensure safe, reliable 24/7 operations.

The candidate will collaborate with maintenance, operations, and project teams, handling complex control systems while advancing process safety and reliability across the site.

Qualifications

• Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer.
• B.S. or higher in Chemical, Electrical, Control, Mechanical or other relevant engineering field.
• At least five years of related experience in process control engineering, including DCS configuration and support.
• Experience with Emerson DeltaV and/or Honeywell DCS.
• Knowledge of P&IDs, loop wiring diagrams, and troubleshooting methods.

Responsibilities

• Focal point for instrumentation and control systems issues for the assigned production team.
• Configure and improve the Distributed Control System (DCS) in their units.
• Perform proactive technical monitoring of the Base Layer Controls ensuring reliable and optimized operation.
• Maintain and develop complex loop operations and associated documentation.
• Perform assurance activities for installed SISs.
• Active participation in MOC processes and support for unit turnarounds.

Skills

DCS knowledge

Emerson DeltaV

Honeywell Experion

Process automation

PHAs & SISs

Data analytics

Strong communication

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Tools

P&ID diagrams

LOPA

Job description

PEMEX Deer Park is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to lead instrumentation and control efforts for assigned production units at the Deer Park refinery. The role focuses on implementing and maintaining advanced control strategies, DCS configurations, and SIS assurance to ensure safe, reliable 24/7 operations.

The candidate will collaborate with maintenance, operations, and project teams, handling complex control systems while advancing process safety and reliability across the site.