Senior Control Engineer – Mont Belvieu, TX - Talent Consulting Experts

Location: Mont Belvieu, TX
Salary:$112,000 to $160,000 annually, based on experience
Experience Required: Minimum 7 years
Relocation Assistance: Not available
Visa Sponsorship: Not available

Company Overview:

Join one of the largest and most respected midstream energy providers in North America, offering comprehensive natural gas, NGL, crude oil, refined products, and petrochemical services. Our extensive services include gathering, treating, processing, transportation, and storage, ensuring safe and efficient energy delivery. With over 50,000 miles of pipelines, 260 million barrels of storage capacity, and 14 billion cubic feet of natural gas storage capacity, our operations are vital to North America’s energy infrastructure.

We are currently seeking a Senior Control Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and support of process control systems across our refined products and petrochemical pipeline operations. This is an exciting opportunity for experienced engineers to play a pivotal role in optimizing control systems and ensuring safety within energy operations.

Job Description:

As a Senior Control Engineer, you will take charge of the design, configuration, and maintenance of critical process control systems supporting our refined products and petrochemical pipelines. You will be responsible for providing technical support and engineering leadership, ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our pipeline infrastructure. This role involves working closely with local operations teams, contractors, and other stakeholders to develop and optimize control systems that drive operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process Control System Design & Support: Lead the design, configuration, and maintenance of process control systems and instrumentation for refined products and petrochemical pipelines.
  
• PLC and HMI Configuration: Configure PLC systems (such as Allen Bradley Control Logix) and develop HMI applications (including Wonderware Intouch) to ensure optimal performance and safety.
  
• Project Scope & Estimation: Provide technical guidance and support for process control project scope, cost estimates, and system specifications.
  
• System Optimization & Troubleshooting: Analyze, troubleshoot, and optimize process control systems, focusing on loop tuning, system documentation, and safety compliance.
  
• Regulatory Compliance & Safety: Ensure adherence to API, NFPA, ISA, and other relevant safety and operational standards. Ensure process safety systems meet regulatory and operational requirements.
  
• Collaboration with Operations: Work closely with local operations teams and contractors to ensure successful system integration, testing, and commissioning of control systems.
  
• Technical Leadership: Serve as the technical lead on process control projects, offering guidance to engineers and technicians, and ensuring systems meet operational requirements.
  
• Documentation & Reporting: Create and maintain detailed documentation, including loop diagrams, control narratives, and system designs to ensure compliance with company standards.
  
• Emergency Response: Provide on-call support for troubleshooting and resolving critical control system issues, ensuring minimal downtime and operational continuity.
  

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Control Systems, or a related field) is required.
  
• Experience:
  
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in designing, implementing, and supporting process control systems in storage and pipeline operations (including natural gas, NGLs, and crude oil).
  
• Consideration will be given to candidates with at least 3 years of relevant experience in process control engineering.
  
• PLC & HMI Expertise: Expertise in PLC configuration (specifically Allen Bradley Control Logix) and HMI development (including Wonderware Intouch) is required.
  
• Technical Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of loop tuning, safety systems, documentation standards, and regulatory compliance within the energy sector.
  
• Process Control Systems: Proven ability to manage process control systems, automation, and instrumentation in pipeline and storage operations.
  
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with operations teams, contractors, and technical staff.
  
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in various industrial environments.
  
• Travel & Availability: Ability to travel up to 10% domestically and provide 24/7 on-call support as required.
  

Benefits

Why Join Us?

• Industry Leadership: Be part of one of North America’s largest and most well-established midstream energy companies, managing key infrastructure that supports natural gas, NGL, and petrochemical pipelines.
  
• Cutting-Edge Technology: Work on advanced PLC systems, HMI applications, and process control systems that optimize energy transportation and storage operations.
  
• Collaborative Environment: Join a team of skilled engineers and operations professionals committed to technical excellence and collaboration.
  
• Challenging & Rewarding Work: Address complex engineering challenges in the midstream energy sector, ensuring the safe and reliable transportation of critical energy resources.
  
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: We offer a competitive salary, ranging from $112,000 to $160,000 annually, based on experience, alongside comprehensive health benefits and opportunities for career advancement.
  

How to Apply:

If you are ready to advance your career as a Senior Control Engineer, apply today by submitting your resume and cover letter through our online application portal.

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Qualifications: Education: A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Control Systems, or a related field). Experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience in the design, implementation, and support of process control systems in storage and pipeline operations (including crude oil, natural gas liquids, and natural gas). Candidates with at least 3 years of relevant experience will also be considered. PLC & HMI Expertise: Extensive experience with PLC configuration (specifically Allen Bradley Control Logix) and HMI development (including Wonderware Intouch) is required. Technical Skills: Deep knowledge of loop tuning, safety systems, ISA documentation standards, and process control system design. Process Control Experience: Strong understanding of process control systems, automation, and instrumentation in pipeline and storage operations. Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively interact with operations teams, contractors, and technical experts at all levels. Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in various industrial environments. Travel & On-Call Availability: Willingness to travel up to 10% domestically and provide 24/7 on-call support as needed.