Lead Controls Engineer - Honeywell Experion Expert

Socket.dev; Pooler (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Jedson Engineering is seeking a Controls & Instrumentation Lead in Pooler, GA to steer engineering deliverables for industrial projects. You will collaborate with clients to define scope, specify instrumentation, and coordinate with process teams to ensure successful execution.

The role requires deep experience with Honeywell Experion DCS, strong budgeting skills, and the ability to mentor junior automation specialists while delivering within schedule and budget constraints.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Honeywell Experion DCS and hardware selection.
• Associate’s degree from a two-year college or technical school required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred.
• 10+ years in project engineering, including EPC or engineering firms.
• Familiar with industrial automation and IT structure and configuration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and document project scope and requirements.
• Size and specify instrumentation (pressure, temp transmitters, meters, valves, actuators).
• Create datasheets and obtain vendor quotes for instrumentation and valves.
• Coordinate with process engineering to select devices.
• Create schematics, termination drawings, or loop sheets for wiring.
• Design custom control panels to meet project needs.
• Track project costs and manage changes in scope.
• Ensure client satisfaction and deliverables meet criteria.
• Oversee project execution, monitor progress and quality.

Skills

Honeywell Experion DCS

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

10+ years experience

Industrial automation

Budget management

Client relations

Mentoring juniors

Education

Associate’s degree (A.A.)

B.S. degree in Engineering

Job description

Controls & Instrumentation Lead

WHO WE ARE:

Jedson Engineering is an Engineering Consultancy headquartered in Cincinnati, OH. We provide full-service engineering, procurement and construction management services to industrial process manufacturers that operate in pulp & paper, chemical, power & delivery, heavy industrial, consumer product and food & beverage market. We are in a significant growth mode and it’s an exciting time to be joining our business!

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

We’re looking for an experienced Controls & Instrumentation Lead to help lead and manage a project scope. This role will work directly with the clients to understand the project needs, and help manage and direct the execution of the engineering deliverables.

• Develop and document the scope of work
• Size and specify instrumentation including pressure and temperature transmitters, flow meters, modulating control valves, regulators, on/off valves, and actuators
• Create datasheets and work with vendors to get quotes for instrumentation and valves for various applications
• Coordinate with process engineering team to select the appropriate devices
• Create schematics, termination drawings, or loop sheets for instrument wiring
• Design custom control panels to meet the project need
• Understand project success criteria and ensure client expectations are met
• Develop and track project costs
• Identify, document, and communicate changes to scope
• Identify and effectively respond to clients issues and needs
• Ensure value is provided to the client and develop & earn their trust
• Review and manage all project deliverables
• Coordinate and supervise project implementation, control project costs, monitor progress and quality of the project

YOUR IDEAL BACKGROUND:

The successful candidate should have an entrepreneurial spirit, and be excited by opportunities to add value to our clients with Jedson’s engineering expertise. Strong communication skills, collaboration and courage to challenge the status quo are cornerstones of the Jedson Edge.

• Highest proficiency of programming in Honeywell Experion DCS and hardware selection
• A minimum requirement of Associate’s degree (A.A.) from a two-year college or technical school
• B.S. degree in Engineering is preferred
• 10+ years of related experience in project engineering, including EPC or engineering firm experience
• Familiar with industrial automation and IT structure and configuration including server configuration, networking, Historian
• Oversees project execution to ensure completion and client satisfaction
• Demonstrated experience in driving projects within budget from initiation through a successful and timely conclusion
• Knowledge of front-end engineering and detailed engineering process
• Strong interpersonal skills to build and foster positive client relationships
• Able to mentor junior automation specialists in systems, practices and procedures