Senior DCS Automation Engineer (Honeywell Platforms)

Lvi-Associates; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four-day workweek

Paid overtime

Job summary

Lvi-Associates in Houston is seeking a Senior DCS Automation Engineer with deep Honeywell experience to lead design, integration, and support of complex process control solutions across chemical and process facilities.

The role requires 10+ years in automation, strong Honeywell Experion PKS and legacy TDC know‑how, and familiarity with SIS and other DCS platforms. Travel up to 25% may be involved; four‑day weeks and overtime may be available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 10+ years of automation, controls, or process control engineering experience.
• Extensive hands-on experience with Honeywell Experion PKS and legacy TDC systems.
• Experience with Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) and other DCS platforms is highly desirable.

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 communications 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 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.

Skills

Honeywell Experion PKS

SIS (Safety Instrumented Systems)

PLCs

HMIs

DCS platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline

Tools

TDC systems

Job description

Senior DCS Automation Engineer (Honeywell Platforms) (PR/607525) Houston, Texas

Salary: USD140000 - USD190000 per annum

Senior DCS Automation Engineer (Honeywell Platforms)

Locations: Houston, TX

A growing automation and engineering services organization is looking for an experienced automation professional with a strong background in Honeywell control systems. This role will focus on the design, implementation, and support of complex process control solutions across industrial facilities within the chemical and process manufacturing sectors.

Key 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 communications 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.

Preferred Background

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Extensive hands-on experience with Honeywell Experion PKS and legacy TDC systems.
• Experience with Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), PLCs, HMIs, or additional DCS platforms is highly desirable.
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration is beneficial but not required.
• 10+ years of automation, controls, or process control engineering experience.
• Experience supporting projects within chemical, petrochemical, refining, or other continuous process industries.
• Familiarity with front-end engineering, detailed design, and EPC project execution.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and project documentation tools.

What to Expect

• Four-day workweek schedule (Monday through Thursday).
• Opportunities for paid overtime when project demands require additional hours.
• Travel requirements are generally project-based and expected to remain below 25%.
• Exposure to a variety of industrial automation projects across multiple sites and facilities.