Senior DCS Automation Engineer – Honeywell PKS, 4‑Day Week

LVI Associates

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 130,000 - 190,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Four-day workweek

Overtime paid

Travel opportunities (<25% travel)

Job summary

LVI Associates seeks a Senior DCS Automation Engineer (Honeywell Platforms) in Houston, TX to design, implement, and support complex process control solutions for chemical and process manufacturing facilities. Lead control system engineering for capital projects and plant upgrades, with extensive Honeywell PKS and legacy TDC experience.

The role involves designing DCS, SIS, PLCs, and HMI configurations, preparing specifications, and guiding projects through commissioning.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
10+ years of automation or process control experience.
Experience with Honeywell Experion PKS and legacy TDC systems.
PE registration beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of control system engineering activities for capital projects and plant upgrades.
Design and configure distributed control systems, safety systems, operator interfaces, and industrial networks.
Support the creation of control narratives, functional specifications, and operational philosophies.
Manage assigned project scopes, including scheduling, resource planning, budgeting, and technical oversight.
Coordinate closely with project teams and stakeholders to provide updates on engineering progress, deliverables, and milestones.
Ensure automation deliverables meet quality standards, project requirements, and client expectations.
Provide technical guidance throughout project lifecycles, from early design through commissioning and startup.