Control Systems Engineer - Houston, TX

S&B; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedules

Comprehensive benefits program

Competitive compensation

Job summary

S&B seeks a Control System Engineer to lead control system development and equipment design across multiple projects, applying independent judgment and PM principles. The role covers DCS, SIS, PLCs, and safety systems, with potential supervision of others and involvement in FATs.

Requires a minimum of 10 years in control systems engineering and a four-year engineering degree; CFSE or TUV FS registration is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in Control Systems Engineering.
• Four-year degree in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Certified Functional Safety Engineer (CFSE) or TUV FS Engineer preferred.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients to discuss technical information and features.
• Prepare equipment specs, inquiries, and purchase requisitions.
• Review vendor bids and drawings for conformance with specs.
• Develop system architecture drawings for control systems across DCS, SIS, PLCs, and analyzers.
• Prepare control system specifications and procurement for multiple platforms; participate in FATs.
• Develop SIS documentation including Cause & Effect, Safety Requirements, SIL calculations.

Skills

PLC programming

DCS programming

HMI graphics

Safety systems

Field inspections

Education

Bachelors in Engineering

Job description

OVERVIEW

S&B is seeking a Control System Engineer for all phases of control system development and control system equipment design for projects of varying sizes and complexities (e.g., continuing services project involving multiple engineering disciplines). Must be fully competent in performing all conventional aspects of Control System Engineering and application of independent judgment for the evaluation, selection and substantial adaptation and modification of standard design engineering criteria, methods, and procedures. Periodic evaluation of work done by less experienced engineers is required. Assignments require knowledge and understanding of Project Management requirements including staffing and scheduling.

ABOUT S&B

S&B is an exceptional full-service Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) company, proudly maintaining private ownership and operation for over five decades. With our extensive experience, we have successfully undertaken diverse projects across various industries, including Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Petrochemicals, Energy Transition, Power, and Pulp & Paper. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to safety, timely project completion, and cost-effective solutions. Our proven track record speaks for itself, as we consistently deliver outstanding results while adhering to the highest industry standards. Moreover, our company culture is unparalleled, fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, and excellence. At S&B, we understand the value of our talented team, and we ensure they are rewarded accordingly. We offer a competitive compensation package, flexible and hybrid work schedules, and a comprehensive benefits program to attract and retain the best professionals in the field.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides technical guidance and coordination of manpower for the Control Systems Engineering staff assigned to one or more projects. Assists in the evaluation and review for hiring of personnel.

EDUCATION

Normally requires at least a four-year degree in Chemical, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Requires a minimum of 10 years’ experience in Control Systems Engineering (or equivalent working knowledge/experience). Incumbent must be cognizant of the capabilities and limitations of various computer software packages and automated engineering and design equipment to effectively direct their use for diverse engineering assignments. Certified Functional Safety Engineer (Exida CFSE) or TUV Functional Safety Engineer registration is preferred.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Meets with clients' technical staff to discuss technical information and features.
• Prepares sketches and performs calculations for a detailed segment of a project.
• Conducts field trips to existing plants to gather operating data and equipment information.
• Prepares equipment specifications, inquiry, and purchase requisitions for approval.
• Evaluates vendors' bids and drawings to assure compliance with specifications.
• Communicates equipment design to client and other design disciplines.
• Reviews and approves design drawings for assigned segment of a project.
• Participates in reviews of Process Flow Diagrams and Piping and Instrument Diagrams.
• Participates in the preparation of equipment lists, instrument index and process specifications for instruments.
• Develop System Architecture drawings showing all control systems on the project including required hardware and communication protocols that interface with the DCS, SIS, PLCs, Analyzers, vendor packaged equipment and Central Control rooms and any other required platform.
• Prepare control system specification and procurement for multiple control system platforms and attend Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) for equipment purchased by the project or by the client.
• Develop and support Safety Instrument System (SIS) documentation, which includes but is not limited to Cause and Effect, Safety Requirement Specification, Safety Instrumented Function design, Safety Integrity Level (SIL) calculations and all other documentation related to the Functional Safety Management Plan.
• Able to support and/or facilitate an Alarm Rationalization between key stakeholders for the project.
• Monitors subcontracted technical services' activities.
• Participates in preparation of design guides, guide specifications and contract proposals.
• May supervise and direct the activities of other personnel working on one or more projects.
• Provides input to estimates, proposals, scheduling, manpower planning, et cetera.
• Participates in plant start-ups and field assignments as required.
• Participates in equipment inspections at vendors' facilities.
• May plan, organize and supervise design engineering activities for a project of significant size and complexity (e.g., continuing services project requiring the integration of two or more engineering disciplines), or two or more projects of moderate size and complexity (e.g., continuing services projects involving a single engineering discipline).
• Experienced in safety shutdown and/or critical control systems.
• Experienced in PLC programming, logic, human-machine interface and/or graphics.
• Experienced in DCS programming, configuration, human-machine interface and/or graphics.
• May participate with construction personnel concerning constructability issues as related to field conditions, sequencing, and scheduling of construction activities.
• May require foreign travel and assignment.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of clients, managers, designers and engineers.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Occasionally may conduct or participate in a field trip to an operating plant or construction site. This requires normal hearing, the ability to stand, walk, reach, climb and balance, clear close and distance vision, depth perception and the ability to focus. Lifting up to 25 pounds may be required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Normal work environment will be a business office with moderate noise. Occasionally may visit an operating plant or construction site. This may require exposure to outdoor weather conditions, loud noise, work near moving mechanical parts, electrical energy, construction equipment, vibration, fumes, chemicals and airborne particles.