Senior Control Systems Engineer: PLC/DCS, HMI, Startup

Jobtailor; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a seasoned Control Systems Engineer for Houston projects. You will lead PLC/DCS programming and HMI configuration, coordinate with multiple disciplines, and support project scheduling and approvals.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of experience in control systems, strong communication skills, and willingness to travel up to 30%. Proficiency in Allen-Bradley PLCs and Wonderware HMI is required.

Qualifications

• BS. in Electrical Engineering or BS in Engineering with equivalent I/E & control systems experience.
• 5+ years’ experience required, 10+ years preferred.
• Must have Allen Bradley ControlLogix PLCs and Wonderware HMI development experience.
• DeltaV programming experience is a plus.
• Industrial networking experience is a plus.
• Self-learner and willing to go extra mile to accomplish tasks.
• EIT licensure required or the ability to get licensed after joining the company.
• Trouble shooting skills required.
• Commissioning and start-up experience required.
• Must be able to travel up to 30% of the time.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
• Record of success working in a team culture.
• Professional and ethical.
• Strong Computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Well developed, detail oriented organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as a control systems engineer for selected projects.
• Interact with other engineering disciplines, engineering and construction project managers, and clients.
• Provide input to the initial project schedule and support the regular maintenance of project schedules for designated projects.
• Work process quality review and drawing approval in the capacity of a lead engineer.
• Responsible for PLC/DCS Programming and HMI configuration.
• Perform Software Factory Acceptance Tests and Hardware Acceptance Tests for the plant control system.
• Provide man hour and equipment estimates for project proposals.
• Able to work under pressure and coordinate numerous activities.
• Self-motivated with ability to work with others.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley ControlLogix

Wonderware HMI

DeltaV

Industrial networking

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking a seasoned Control Systems Engineer for Houston projects. You will lead PLC/DCS programming and HMI configuration, coordinate with multiple disciplines, and support project scheduling and approvals.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of experience in control systems, strong communication skills, and willingness to travel up to 30%. Proficiency in Allen-Bradley PLCs and Wonderware HMI is required.