Job Details

Title: Automation Controls Engineer
Duration: Direct Hire/ FTE
Location: Houston, TX, 77064 (NW Houston)
Work Requirements: US Citizens, GC Holders, or Authorized to Work in the U.S.

Qualified and interested candidates should email their resumes to Slater Davidson at ...@inspyrsolutions.com.

Summary:
We seek a highly skilled and motivated Automation Controls Engineer for our oil & gas client in the Jersey Village area of Houston. This person will be responsible for the conception, design, development, and maintenance of drilling rig control system(s) software and hardware. The preferred candidate should possess a solid foundation in control system principles, demonstrate exceptional problem-solving skills, have experience with variable frequency drives, and be familiar with industrial communication protocols. They will be responsible for developing new products, maintaining current rig software applications, and resolving issues reported with the systems.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for developing control algorithms, PLC software, HMI design/development, system architecture design, and implementation of industrial communication protocols.
• Be proficient in designing, developing, and applying control system theory to develop software for new and existing systems.
• Design and develop drilling applications to improve efficiency and automate drilling processes.
• Must be able to understand/translate the functional requirements into a system architecture and develop the best solution for large-scale implementation.
• Provide accurate system, loop, block, and network diagrams for new or existing systems.
• Generate design documentation, drawings, manuals, and related material for system code and hardware.
• Generate work tasks, organize the ordering and delivery of equipment and materials, and oversee the efficient installation and commissioning of software and equipment.
• Work directly with third-party contractors, Operations, Technical Services, HSE management, and rig crews to assist with the execution of a wide variety of company goals, including, but not limited to, drilling control systems, R&D projects, etc.
• Provide technical support to field personnel as required to assist with troubleshooting PLC and control system issues.
• Follow a formal process for software change control to ensure that changes are introduced in a controlled and coordinated manner. This process will also include documenting revision management processes and controls.

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, manage multiple tasks, and work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrate clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to promptly give and follow directions when working with others.
• Demonstrate forward-thinking and problem-solving skills to deliver quality products that enhance the company's vision and drilling portfolio.
• Ability to safely navigate the rig up yard and shop work sites with occasional walking, climbing, standing, stepping, etc. during normal operating conditions (day/night, outdoor hot/cold weather)
• Ability to safely navigate drilling rig work sites, including regular walking, climbing, standing, stepping, etc., during various weather conditions (day/night, outdoor hot/cold weather)
• Ability to proficiently use MS Office Suite to develop presentations, correspondence, reports, and schedules (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

• Physical ability to:
  • Lift and carry 50 pounds independently while walking on uneven surfaces.
  • Bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and crawl occasionally during visits to the field and operational work areas.
  • Listen to unusual noises that signify equipment and our machinery problems.
  • Stay alert and focused, including during occasionally extended work periods.
  • Maintain spatial orientation and awareness to safely move around the work environment with many moving objects, including overhead machinery.
  • Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all designated times.
  • The ability to regularly travel is needed to visit worksites and support business units; it may require extended travel to remote locations and/or overnight stay(s) outside the normal office area.
  • Ability to work at weekends and be on call after hours as needed.

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or related field, preferably Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Controls, and Automation
• 3+ years of proven experience with PLC programming and HMI development
• Experience with industrial communications protocols (Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Profinet, CANBUS, OPC UA, EtherCAT, etc.)

• Experience in Omron/Siemens PLC programming
• Proficiency in developing PLC code in ladder logic, structured text, statement list, SFC, etc.
• Experience in HMI development using Wonderware or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of VFD drives
• Experience working in a multi-developed environment.
• Working knowledge of equipment used in the drilling industry.

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