Control Systems - Engineer Lead

John H. Carter Company; Sulphur (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation firm seeks a Process Control System Automation Project Lead to design, develop, and implement automation projects. The role involves technical leadership, overseeing software upgrades, and providing DCS technical support. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in automation and process control. Strong programming skills and the ability to travel are essential. This opportunity offers a dynamic work environment with responsibilities across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• 5 years of strong computer and networking skills covering hardware and software.
• 5 years of process control concepts and automation project participation.
• 5 years of commissioning, loop checkout, factory acceptance testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead in project execution and interface with customers on technical aspects.
• Oversee software upgrade audits, and control system installation.
• Provide DCS technical support services to customers.

Skills

Process control concepts

Strong programming skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Customer relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

High School diploma or higher

Tools

Windows Server

DeltaV

PLC systems

AMS Device Manager

Job description

Locations: Airline, 14141 Airline Hwy, Building 3 Suite N, Baton Rouge, LA 70817; SAS Sulphur, 3524 East Burton St, Sulphur, LA 70663.

This position requires the individual to perform and lead the design, development, implementation, testing, startup and tuning of process control system automation projects. The role involves knowledge of process control concepts, strong programming acumen, organizational tendencies, and meticulous attention to detail. It also requires the ability to travel to remote customer sites and drive to customer industrial sites on a regular basis. Compliance with safety rules and regulations is essential, with continuous awareness of potential safety hazards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead in project execution, interface with project managers on technical design, issues, progress and ongoing project needs.
• Lead interface with customers on all technical aspects of ongoing projects, supporting resource needs and assignments.
• Lead technical review and approval of cabinet drawings per manufacturer design specifications.
• Oversee software upgrade audits and upgrades, computer hardware & software installation, control system installation, first‑time power‑up inspections, FAT, commissioning, loop checkout, startup support, and emergency services.
• Provide DCS technical support services to our customer base.
• Typical DCS and related systems: DeltaV, PRoVOX, RS3, AMS, ROC, PLC, etc.
• Typical DCS project services: consultative discussions with customers, control strategy design, project management, control system programming, logic testing, customer FAT testing, onsite SAT testing and training, process startup support.
• Participate in the PSS Services Group after‑hours on‑call rotation.
• Travel as required (within 1‑4 hrs from home office, varying by task).
• Work overtime, weekends, holidays, shift‑work (including night shifts) as business needs arise.
• Drive a company‑provided vehicle and travel via boat or helicopter to offshore facilities.
• Work independently in a fast‑paced environment, facilitate customer application requirements, support sales personnel and product principals, build solid business relationships.
• Attend required skills and safety training via computer‑based and local/out‑of‑state factory courses.
• Work safely: wear proper PPE, comply with all safety requirements, remain alert.
• Support colleagues at all times, especially during overload situations.
• Follow company policies, procedures, and TCC (Total Customer Commitment) standards.
• Maintain thorough product knowledge and precise communication between the company and stakeholders.
• Some lifting, bending, and long‑term standing required.
• The above does not constitute the total responsibilities of the role.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Assist with training and mentoring new hires.
• Assign tasks to supporting project engineers and specialists.
• Assist with project‑specific safety awareness and compliance requirements.

Immigrant Sponsorship: Not available for this position.

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Education

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering or related field.
• High School diploma or higher.

Experience

• 5 years of strong computer and networking skillset, covering hardware and software (Windows Server, domain topologies, switches, routers, firewalls, fiber, and copper). Programming experience with any modern object‑oriented language.
• 5 years of process control concepts, instrumentation, and electrical concepts; participation in automation projects; implementation and configuration of DCS and/or PLC systems.
• 5 years of commissioning, loop checkout, factory acceptance testing, startup of automation projects; programming experience with modern DCS languages; knowledge of Emerson Process Management DeltaV DCS system and AMS Device Manager System.

Licenses & Certifications

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.