Controls and Automation Engineer

Keystone Engineering Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Controls & Automation Engineer to join their dynamic team in Houston. This exciting role involves programming PLCs and HMIs, developing innovative control systems for various industrial applications, and providing onsite support for project commissioning. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automation, excellent communication skills, and a passion for problem-solving. Join a company that values innovation and offers a collaborative environment where your expertise will contribute to impactful projects in the oil and gas sector. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in automation for industrial control systems.
• Strong skills in PLC and HMI programming, especially Allen-Bradley.

Responsibilities

• Develop and design effective control systems for industrial applications.
• Troubleshoot and modify existing systems while providing project support.

Skills

PLC Programming

HMI Programming

Troubleshooting

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Project Control Documentation

Education

B.S. in Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Professional Engineering License (pursuing)

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

FactoryTalk

Wonderware

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Keystone Engineering Inc. opened for business in 1988 and for decades, has been a reliable provider of qualified engineering resources and technically innovative solutions. Keystone was founded to be an enduring company, and to provide an environment for our employees and clients to innovate, thrive, and be successful.

Keystone’s family of companies include: Milestone Project Services, SIS SILverstone, VeraPro, and Salmon & Associates.

Our varied and extensive experience indicates that successful projects come down to personnel. We incorporate their individual skills in a process that’s geared toward excellence. The intentional pairing of people and process is the reason why clients know that they can trust their projects in the hands of Keystone. Services Offered: 3D Laser Scanning, Controls & Automation, Construction Management, Design & Drafting, Engineering: Civil/Structural, Electrical, Mechanical, Process, Functional Safety, Information Technology, Instrumentation, On-Site Services, Operations & Commissioning Support, Procurement, Project Management.

Keystone Engineering is currently seeking an experienced Controls & Automation Engineer to join our team.

Position Type: Full-time

Location: Houston, TX

Work Environment/Physical Demands: Office/Sedentary

Travel Requirements: Occasional

Essential Functions:

• Automation for Industrial Control Systems – Oil & Gas, Chemical, Pipeline, Compression.
• Programming PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) and HMIs (Human-Machine Interfaces).
• Assist with development and design process to build effective, efficient, and safe control systems.
• Willingness to provide project onsite support as needed for commissioning (SAT) and systems integration testing (FAT) in fabrication facilities.
• Assist with testing, maintaining, and modifying existing systems.
• Assist with troubleshooting hardware and processes.
• Assist with problem detection and solution implementation.
• Assist with project control documentation as required.
• Effective reporting and communication of task statuses with project team members and project lead.
• Prepare specifications detailing performance requirements, design data, applicable codes/standards, and vendor drawing requirements with direction from supervisor.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience
• Allen-Bradley or other PLC programming experience
• FactoryTalk or Wonderware HMI programming experience
• Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated, organized, and solution advocate
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer
• Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19
• Able to obtain a TWIC card

Experience Preferred:

• B.S. in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• Pursuing Professional Engineering license
• Previous experience with: upstream (production) facilities, midstream facilities, pipelines
• Previous experience in oil & gas industry

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.