Senior Control Systems Engineer - Bechtel Corporation
Houston, TX
About the Job
Requisition ID: 278863
+ Relocation Authorized: None
+ Telework Type: Part-Time Telework
+ Work Location: Houston, TX
# Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:
Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.
Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.
Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments . They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report .
# Job Summary:
The Senior Control and Automation Engineer is responsible for the specification, design, development, and testing of the overall Integrated Control and Safety System (ICSS) or a specific subsystem that may include but not limited to the Distributed Control System (DCS), Safety Instrumented System (SIS), the process Fire and Gas System (FGS), and subsystem Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC). The Control and Automation Engineer will work with project instrument, electrical, mechanical, and process engineers to identify all process control, safety requirements and system interfaces.
# Major Responsibilities:
+ Plans, schedules and conducts independent work in the evaluation, selection, application and adaptation of engineering techniques, procedures and criteria in one discipline in a project or staff group.
+ Coordinates detailed phases of engineering work requiring judgment in the application of techniques.
+ Performs work that involves conventional engineering practice but may include complex features such as resolving conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials and/or difficult coordination requirements.
+ Performs work using standard application programs and appropriate 2-D and 3-D computer-aided design and computer-aided engineering (CAD and CAE) tools.
+ Plans, coordinates or prepares equipment or work specifications, bid evaluations and award recommendations for equipment.
+ Prepares and/or assists in the preparation of cost estimates, quantity take-offs and staffing requirements for proposals, forecasts and change orders.
+ Review bid analyses and make recommendations. Prepares or assists in preparation of conceptual studies, designs, reports or proposals.
+ Perform or assist in the performance of problem analysis and original design and normally uses conventional approaches to solving technical problems encountered.
+ Coordinates engineering efforts in assigned areas between specialty and other engineering groups or disciplines with the client, suppliers, and contractors and between other groups to gather or give information.
+ Provides technical direction and assigns work to subordinate engineers, designers, drafters, technicians and others who assist in performing specific assignments.
+ Plans and conducts independent work within a Global Business Unit that requires judgment in evaluating, selecting, applying, and adapting engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria.
+ Devises new approaches to solving problems.
+ Manages the work of a small group of engineers.
# Education and Experience Requirements:
Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 8-10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience
# Required Knowledge and Skills:
Basic Qualifications
+ Practical work experience in design engineering or relevant equivalent experience in all types of engineering is sufficient to demonstrate competence as a trained engineer.
+ Thorough knowledge of discipline engineering techniques, the design of engineered systems, and engineering and design calculations. Understanding of industry or regulatory codes and standards and design criteria pertinent to the particular engineering discipline. Broad knowledge of the application of engineering to plant constructability as applied to construction methods and materials. Understands the standard engineering work planning, scheduling and cost estimating.
+ Knowledge of current computer applications for engineering and design including appropriate knowledge of CAD (both 2-D and 3-D) and CAE and relevant standard computer applications to perform the work. Understanding of engineering planning and control methods including computerized methods.
+ Understanding of the roles played by other departments on projects including basic construction practices and the economics involved. Working knowledge of precedents in the specialty area, the principles and practices of related technical areas and of coordinating work with other technical disciplines.
+ Skill in oral and written communication.
# Preferred Qualifications
Specific experience in planning and executing greenfield or brownfield projects in one or more of the following market segments:
+ Natural gas processing including liquefaction and regasification.
+ Coal, gas or biomass to chemicals such as methanol and ammonia.
+ Petrochemicals such as HDPE, LDPE, MEG, PET, PTA, PVC and others.
+ Carbon capture and sequestration.
+ Solar and/or combined cycle power plants.
+ Hydrogen value chain including electrolysis, reforming, liquefaction, transportation and fueling stations.
+ Offshore and onshore pipelines.
+ Registration as Professional Engineer is strongly preferred.
+ E.I.T. / F.E. Certification is required.
# Total Rewards/Benefits
For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards
# Diverse teams build the extraordinary:
As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.
We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.
_Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to_ acesstmt@bechtel.com
+ Relocation Authorized: None
+ Telework Type: Part-Time Telework
+ Work Location: Houston, TX
# Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:
Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.
Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.
Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments . They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report .
# Job Summary:
The Senior Control and Automation Engineer is responsible for the specification, design, development, and testing of the overall Integrated Control and Safety System (ICSS) or a specific subsystem that may include but not limited to the Distributed Control System (DCS), Safety Instrumented System (SIS), the process Fire and Gas System (FGS), and subsystem Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC). The Control and Automation Engineer will work with project instrument, electrical, mechanical, and process engineers to identify all process control, safety requirements and system interfaces.
# Major Responsibilities:
+ Plans, schedules and conducts independent work in the evaluation, selection, application and adaptation of engineering techniques, procedures and criteria in one discipline in a project or staff group.
+ Coordinates detailed phases of engineering work requiring judgment in the application of techniques.
+ Performs work that involves conventional engineering practice but may include complex features such as resolving conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials and/or difficult coordination requirements.
+ Performs work using standard application programs and appropriate 2-D and 3-D computer-aided design and computer-aided engineering (CAD and CAE) tools.
+ Plans, coordinates or prepares equipment or work specifications, bid evaluations and award recommendations for equipment.
+ Prepares and/or assists in the preparation of cost estimates, quantity take-offs and staffing requirements for proposals, forecasts and change orders.
+ Review bid analyses and make recommendations. Prepares or assists in preparation of conceptual studies, designs, reports or proposals.
+ Perform or assist in the performance of problem analysis and original design and normally uses conventional approaches to solving technical problems encountered.
+ Coordinates engineering efforts in assigned areas between specialty and other engineering groups or disciplines with the client, suppliers, and contractors and between other groups to gather or give information.
+ Provides technical direction and assigns work to subordinate engineers, designers, drafters, technicians and others who assist in performing specific assignments.
+ Plans and conducts independent work within a Global Business Unit that requires judgment in evaluating, selecting, applying, and adapting engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria.
+ Devises new approaches to solving problems.
+ Manages the work of a small group of engineers.
# Education and Experience Requirements:
Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 8-10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience
# Required Knowledge and Skills:
Basic Qualifications
+ Practical work experience in design engineering or relevant equivalent experience in all types of engineering is sufficient to demonstrate competence as a trained engineer.
+ Thorough knowledge of discipline engineering techniques, the design of engineered systems, and engineering and design calculations. Understanding of industry or regulatory codes and standards and design criteria pertinent to the particular engineering discipline. Broad knowledge of the application of engineering to plant constructability as applied to construction methods and materials. Understands the standard engineering work planning, scheduling and cost estimating.
+ Knowledge of current computer applications for engineering and design including appropriate knowledge of CAD (both 2-D and 3-D) and CAE and relevant standard computer applications to perform the work. Understanding of engineering planning and control methods including computerized methods.
+ Understanding of the roles played by other departments on projects including basic construction practices and the economics involved. Working knowledge of precedents in the specialty area, the principles and practices of related technical areas and of coordinating work with other technical disciplines.
+ Skill in oral and written communication.
# Preferred Qualifications
Specific experience in planning and executing greenfield or brownfield projects in one or more of the following market segments:
+ Natural gas processing including liquefaction and regasification.
+ Coal, gas or biomass to chemicals such as methanol and ammonia.
+ Petrochemicals such as HDPE, LDPE, MEG, PET, PTA, PVC and others.
+ Carbon capture and sequestration.
+ Solar and/or combined cycle power plants.
+ Hydrogen value chain including electrolysis, reforming, liquefaction, transportation and fueling stations.
+ Offshore and onshore pipelines.
+ Registration as Professional Engineer is strongly preferred.
+ E.I.T. / F.E. Certification is required.
# Total Rewards/Benefits
For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards
# Diverse teams build the extraordinary:
As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.
We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.
_Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to_ acesstmt@bechtel.com
Source : Bechtel Corporation
