What are the responsibilities and job description for the Control Systems Engineer position at WRS - Worldwide Recruitment Solutions?
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Controls Systems Engineer to join a leading downstream-energy partner of ours out of Louisiana. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining control systems that optimize the plant's operations, improve efficiency, and ensure safety compliance. The Controls Systems Engineer will work closely with other engineers and production teams to support automation systems, troubleshoot issues, and enhance overall plant performance. This is a direct-hire position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Control System Design & Implementation:
- Design and develop control systems for new and existing processes, ensuring they meet both operational and safety requirements.
- Develop and implement automated control strategies for chemical production processes.
- Configure and maintain Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), SCADA, and other automation systems.
- System Maintenance & Troubleshooting:
- Troubleshoot and resolve control system issues, both hardware and software-related, to minimize downtime.
- Perform regular maintenance and updates to control systems, ensuring they remain compliant with industry standards and regulations.
- Monitor system performance and suggest improvements to optimize plant processes.
- Process Optimization & Safety:
- Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to identify opportunities for process improvements through automation.
- Ensure control systems are optimized for energy efficiency, production quality, and safety.
- Participate in the analysis and implementation of safety interlocks and process controls to maintain a safe working environment.
- Project Management & Documentation:
- Lead control systems projects from conception to completion, ensuring that they are delivered on time and within budget.
- Create detailed documentation of control systems, including system architecture, control strategies, and troubleshooting guides.
- Provide training and support for plant personnel on control system operations.
- Compliance & Standards:
- Ensure control systems comply with all applicable safety, environmental, and quality regulations.
- Stay up to date on industry best practices, emerging technologies, and standards to improve control system design and performance.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience working in control systems engineering, preferably within a chemical or manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency in DCS, PLC, SCADA systems, and other industrial automation platforms (e.g., Siemens, Allen Bradley, Honeywell).
- Strong understanding of process control theory and its application to chemical manufacturing.
- Experience with process instrumentation, loop tuning, and system integration.
- Familiarity with safety systems (e.g., SIS) and regulatory standards (e.g., OSHA, NEC).
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
