Controls Engineer I

Dover Corporation; Rosenberg (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Dover Precision Components, a Dover Company, is hiring a Controls Engineer for our Rosenberg, TX office. The role focuses on designing custom control panels, managing project cycles, and selecting components for hazardous locations in oil & gas applications.

You will report to the Hardware Engineering Manager and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safe, compliant and efficient production systems. This is a hands-on engineering position in a dynamic energy environment.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation and Controls, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline preferred.
• Experience or technical certificate/program in lieu of degree considered.
• 1–2 years in controls, electrical/automation engineering, or related technician role in oil & gas is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Design custom control panels per customer specs following UL508A, UL/ANSI, ATEX, IECEx codes.
• Manage project cycles to ensure timely delivery of control systems.
• Specify components per requirements and hazardous location specs (Class I Div. 1/Zone 0/1).
• Standardize control panel designs to streamline processes and minimize errors.
• Write technical documents (sequence/narrative/reports/emails).
• Provide engineering support to the Technical Service Department to aid customer resolution.

Skills

Instrumentation & Controls

Electrical Engineering

Oil & Gas industry experience

P&ID familiarity

NEC knowledge

Hazardous location knowledge

Project management

MS Office

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation and Controls / Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

DOVER PRECISION COMPONENTS:Dover Precision Components 'DPC' ('the Company') is part of Dover Corporation's ('the Parent Company') Pumps and Process solutions segment. DPC holds market leading positions globally and delivers performance-critical solutions across the oil & gas, power generation, marine, industrial, chemical and general processing markets. We design and manufacture mission-critical equipment components to deliver more affordable, cleaner energy solutions and enable manufacturers to operate more efficiently.WE DELIVER CUSTOMER SUCCESSDover Precision Components delivers products and services that enhance performance, improve safety, reduce carbon emissions, and accelerate clean energy adoption, through collaborative customer relationships, expert engineering, and an innovative culture. Our strong Company portfolio is comprised of long products and services offered under Cook Compression, Cook Mechanical Field Services, Waukesha Bearings, Waukesha Magnetic Bearings, Inpro/Seal, Bearings Plus, and FW Murphy Production Controls. Our global footprint reaches more than twelve locations in the Americas and more than six locations in Europe and China.BUILDING POTENTIAL. SUSTAINING PERFORMANCE. BOOSTING FUTURES.We are diligent in recognizing our employees' needs and providing an enriching experience through professional developmental opportunities. Our authentic, collaborative company culture, combined with a competitive suite of health and welfare offerings, emulates who we are. We are Dover Precision Components, #LifeAtDPC**FW Murphy Production Controls, A Subsidiary of DPC, A Dover Company,** business located in **Rosenberg, TX.** We manufacture and deliver a wide range of instrumentation and control solutions for the Oil & Gas Production and Natural Gas Compression markets. Our products improve the protection, performance, and reliability of the Natural Gas Supply Chain while protecting our environment and creating systems and equipment to help producers stay in compliance and meet stringent emission regulations.**Position Summary:**The Controls Engineer will play a crucial role in designing custom control panels, managing project cycles, specifying components, and providing technical support. The ideal candidate will have experience in controls, electrical, or automation engineering, preferably in the oil & gas industry. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to projects in the oil & gas industry and work alongside a dedicated team of professionals. The role will report to the Manager, Hardware Engineering and will be based in the Rosenberg, TX office.**Responsibilities:**- Design custom control panels according to customer specifications, adhering to industry standards such as UL508A, UL/ANSI 12.12.01, ATEX, and IECEx codes. - Manage project cycles to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality control systems.- Specify components based on customer requirements and hazardous location specifications (Class I Div. 1/ Zone 0/1 and Class I Div. 2 / Zone 2).- Standardize control panel designs to streamline processes and minimize errors.- Write technical documents (sequence/narrative/reports/emails)- Provide engineering level assistance to the Technical Service Department to aid customer support resolution.- Design, implement, and maintain processes to optimize manufacturing productivity and efficiency.**Minimum required qualifications:**- Associate or bachelor's degree in Instrumentation and Controls, Electronical Engineering, or a related discipline preferred. - Work experience or technical certificate/program in lieu of degree will be considered.- Academic Internship / Co - OP or 1 - 2 years of experience in controls, electrical engineering, automation engineering, or a relevant technician role, preferably within the oil & gas industry.- Knowledge of natural gas compressors and industry applications.- Familiarity with NEC code book.- Familiarity with Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID).- Familiarity with Cause & Effect Diagrams.- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel).- Excellent organizational and time management skills with a high attention to detail.- Ability to manage multiple projects, resolve design issues, and meet deadlines.- Strong written and verbal communication skills.**The ideal candidate possesses the following experience, skills, and abilities:**- Hands-on experience in designing control systems & solutions. - Previous exposure to hazardous location environments and compliance with safety standards.- Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment and across cross-functional teams.- Demonstrated track record of delivering high-quality results under pressure.- Continuous improvement mindset with a proactive approach to process enhancement.- Adaptability to evolve technologies and industry standards.- Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.Dover Precision Components delivers products and services that enhance performance, improve safety, reduce carbon emissions, and accelerate clean energy adoption, through collaborative customer relationships, expert engineering, and an innovative culture. Our strong Company portfolio is comprised of long products and services offered by Cook Compression, Cook Mechanical Field Services, Waukesha Bearings, Waukesha Magnetic Bearings, Inpro/Seal, Bearings Plus, and FW Murphy Production Controls.BOOSTING FUTURES. We are diligent in recognizing our employees' needs and providing an enriching experience through professional developmental opportunities. Our authentic, collaborative company culture, combined with a competitive suite of health and welfare offerings, emulates who we are.We are Dover Precision Components, We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position's responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, a candidate's education/training, the position's location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.Benefits: Benefits for this position include: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply.Please contact [e-mail] assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title andLocation: Rosenberg, TXSubdivision: FW Murphy - E6069Job Requisition ID: 67912#LI-TE1This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance