Senior DeltaV & DCS Controls Engineer

HW3; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

HW3 is seeking a hands-on, senior-level Control Systems Engineer to own automation projects end-to-end—from design and programming to commissioning and startup, in an industrial setting.

You will lead design and testing of DCS/PLC systems, configure Emerson DeltaV DCS and DeltaV SIS, and guide FAT/SAT activities. The role requires strong PLC skills, familiarity with process control, and ability to work in plant environments.

Qualifications

• Senior-level experience in control systems or automation engineering.
• Strong hands-on experience with Emerson DeltaV.
• PLC programming and troubleshooting experience.
• Solid understanding of process control and safety systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, programming, testing, and startup of DCS and PLC-based control systems.
• Serve as the technical lead on automation projects from concept through commissioning.
• Configure and support Emerson DeltaV DCS and DeltaV SIS.
• Perform FAT/SAT testing, loop checks, and system startups.
• Review and approve control panel and cabinet designs.
• Troubleshoot and support live production systems and upgrades.

Skills

Control systems

DeltaV

PLC programming

Process control

Safety systems

Project leadership

Tools

Emerson DeltaV

PACSystems

Job description

HW3 is seeking a hands-on, senior-level Control Systems Engineer to own automation projects end-to-end—from design and programming to commissioning and startup, in an industrial setting.

You will lead design and testing of DCS/PLC systems, configure Emerson DeltaV DCS and DeltaV SIS, and guide FAT/SAT activities. The role requires strong PLC skills, familiarity with process control, and ability to work in plant environments.