Instrument and Controls Tech Role

PTS Advance; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & PTO

Paid holidays

Health benefits

HSA contributions

Dental plan

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

9/80 schedule

Job summary

PTS Advance is seeking an experienced DeltaV Instrument & Control Systems Specialist to help keep our plant automation systems running safely and reliably. You will work hands-on with DeltaV, optimize control strategies, troubleshoot issues, and partner with maintenance and operations to improve overall plant performance.

This role requires a technical associate degree and at least 5 years in industrial automation, with DeltaV expertise.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent with automation focus.
• 5+ years of experience in industrial automation or process control.
• DeltaV experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and support DeltaV control system hardware and software.
• Perform system upgrades and lifecycle management.
• Monitor and improve control loop performance using diagnostic tools.
• Configure, maintain, and optimize alarm management systems.
• Support system reliability through cybersecurity best practices and network maintenance.
• Develop and improve control strategies and automation standards.
• Collaborate with E&I, maintenance, and operations to reduce downtime.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Independent worker

Education

Associate's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Emerson DeltaV

Rockwell ControlLogix

HMI systems

Job description

We're looking for an experiencedDeltaV Instrument & Control Systems Specialist to help keep our plant automation systems running safely, efficiently, and reliably. In this role, you'll work hands‑on with DeltaV systems, optimize control strategies, troubleshoot automation issues, and partner with maintenance and operations teams to improve overall plant performance.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain and support DeltaV control system hardware and software.
• Perform system upgrades, firmware updates, patches, and lifecycle management activities.
• Monitor and improve control loop performance using Emerson Insight and other diagnostic tools.
• Configure, maintain, and optimize alarm management systems.
• Support system reliability through user administration, cybersecurity best practices, and network maintenance.
• Develop and improve control strategies, loop documentation, and automation standards.
• Work closely with Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I), maintenance, and operations teams to reduce downtime and improve equipment reliability.
• Utilize tools such as ValveLink to evaluate valve performance, support outage planning, and improve preventive maintenance efforts.
• Troubleshoot automation, instrumentation, and control system issues to minimize production interruptions.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that enhance system performance, safety, and operational efficiency.

What We're Looking For

• Associate's degree in Engineering, Automation, Electrical Technology, or a related technical field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• At least 5 years of experience supporting industrial automation or process control systems.
• Hands‑on experience with Emerson DeltaV distributed control systems is required.
• Experience working with DCS and/or PLC-based control systems in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Rockwell ControlLogix is a plus.
• Familiarity with HMI systems, industrial networking, instrumentation, and process safety systems is preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent communication skills and a team‑first attitude.
• Positive, dependable, and motivated to help improve plant operations through reliable automation systems.

Benefits

• 3 weeks vacation + PTO days
• 12 paid holidays
• Full health benefits including employer HSA contributions + dental plan with an orthodontic option, wellness coaching available
• 401k with 4% matching (additional contributions for tenure marks)
• Generous tuition reimbursement program
• Generous paid parental leave
• 9 / 80 schedule