Senior DCS Automation Engineer — PKS/SIS (4-Day Week)

Lvi-Associates

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 190,000

Full time

37 hours ago

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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.