Lead Field Control Engineer - Commissioning & Outages

WSP in the U.S.; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Retirement savings

Job summary

WSP in the U.S. seeks a Lead Field Control Specialist for their Overland Park, KS office, responsible for leading field control system projects across various facilities. The role requires a minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in field controls, including PLC and DCS systems. Candidates should have strong instrumentation and safety knowledge. WSP offers comprehensive benefits, a proactive safety culture, and the opportunity to work on diverse projects that support utility, hospital, and manufacturing sectors.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in field controls and commissioning.
• Experience with instrumentation installation and calibration.
• Strong knowledge of boiler control systems and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning and support activities for various facilities.
• Serve as a technical authority for PLC and DCS control systems.
• Interface with vendors and plant staff to ensure safe operations.

Skills

Field controls

PLC-based control systems

DCS-based control systems

Calibration

Combustion testing

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree or higher in a technical discipline

Tools

ControlLogix platforms

AVEVA System Platform

Wonderware InTouch HMIs

Emerson DeltaV

ABB control systems

Job description

WSP in the U.S. seeks a Lead Field Control Specialist for their Overland Park, KS office, responsible for leading field control system projects across various facilities. The role requires a minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in field controls, including PLC and DCS systems. Candidates should have strong instrumentation and safety knowledge. WSP offers comprehensive benefits, a proactive safety culture, and the opportunity to work on diverse projects that support utility, hospital, and manufacturing sectors.