Senior Automation Engineer – DCS/PLC Systems Lead

Phillips 66 Company; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 141,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

VCIP bonus

401k match

Health benefits

Well-being programs

Job summary

Phillips 66 in Houston, TX is seeking a Sr Automation Engineer to design, implement, and optimize automation solutions across complex facilities. You will lead projects, mentor technicians, and collaborate with stakeholders to improve safety, reliability, and performance.

The role requires 5+ years in automation, experience with DCS/PLCs, and familiarity with Rockwell, Siemens, Foxboro or DeltaV. Willingness to travel up to 50%.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in automation.
• Proficiency in PLC/DCS configuration and troubleshooting.
• Familiar with NEC/NFPA 70 standards.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, test, and implement automation solutions.
• Lead capital projects for automation systems with safety and reliability in mind.
• Develop scripts, frameworks, and workflows to improve processes.
• Support DCS/PLC hardware and software, HMIs, RTUs, and safety systems.
• Mentor technicians and contractors, document IO lists and drawings.
• Travel to facilities for commissioning and FAT/SAT activities.

Skills

Automation

PLC/DCS

Industrial protocols

Safety systems

NEC/NFPA 70

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation or related field

Tools

Rockwell

Siemens

Foxboro

DeltaV

Job description

Phillips 66 in Houston, TX is seeking a Sr Automation Engineer to design, implement, and optimize automation solutions across complex facilities. You will lead projects, mentor technicians, and collaborate with stakeholders to improve safety, reliability, and performance.

The role requires 5+ years in automation, experience with DCS/PLCs, and familiarity with Rockwell, Siemens, Foxboro or DeltaV. Willingness to travel up to 50%.