What are the responsibilities and job description for the Control Systems Turbine & Compressor Specialist position at Shanahan Engineering?
An Control Systems Turbine & Compressor Specialist required for a long term contract lasting 12 months to 2 years starting immediately.
Job Summary:
The Control Systems Turbine & Compressor Specialist is responsible for the oversite of automation and instrumentation systems governing turbine and compressor operations in LNG and Oil & Gas facilities. This includes programming, troubleshooting, and optimizing control logic for safe and efficient operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Install, configure, and maintain control systems for turbines and compressors.
- Troubleshoot and calibrate field instrumentation, including pressure, temperature, and vibration sensors.
- Maintain and optimize turbine control panels (TCS) and compressor control systems.
- Work with PLC, DCS, and SCADA systems for monitoring and control of rotating equipment.
- Develop and modify control logic and automation sequences for LNG liquefaction trains.
- Analyse process data and implement control improvements for efficiency gains.
- Work with OEM control systems like GE Mark VIe and Allen-Bradley.
- Troubleshoot communication protocols (Modbus, Profibus, OPC, Ethernet/IP).
- Ensure compliance with API 612, API 670 (vibration monitoring), and IEC 61508 (SIL safety standards).
Qualifications & Skills:
- Strong knowledge of process automation in cryogenic and gas processing applications.
- Hands-on experience with turbine control systems, trip logic, and machine monitoring.
- Familiarity with cybersecurity practices for industrial control systems (ICS).
- Ability to interpret P&IDs, loop diagrams, and control logic flowcharts.
- Experience in implementing functional safety (SIL-rated systems) and emergency shutdown (ESD) controls.
