Control Systems Engineer IV - DCS/SCADA

Basic Function

HF Sinclair Midstream is seeking a Control Room Systems Engineer DCS / SCADA. The Control Room Systems Engineer DCS / SCADA will be responsible for Engineering and technical support for process control, instrumentation, and measurement technologies.

Providing guidance and support for process control project scope and estimates. Participating in operational training as related to these systems.

The Controls Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining control systems and ensuring the standardization of PLC logic and control processes.

The role involves working closely with various teams, including Project Management Office (PMO), to establish and refine seal standards, implement PID control loops, and develop control narratives.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise in control system design, programming, and optimization, with a focus on reliability, efficiency, and safety.

Job Duties

functions considered essential as defined by ADA)

• Apply engineering principles to create control schemes and execute projects and assignments that may include independent evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria
• Estimates the cost and feasibility of a given project, supervise contractors and field activities, and provides discipline-specific engineering assistance
• Design, implement, and maintain SCADA systems (including switches, routers, stations, controllers, I / O, and servers), including planning and implementing equipment upgrades to deal with obsolete equipment.
• Provide operations support for the midstream control environment. This includes troubleshooting and maintenance of base level and advanced process control strategies and monitoring key process indicators of control system health.
• Works with the project engineers to define the SCADA-specific hardware for the control portions of pipeline and terminal projects.
• Knowledgeable on multiple PLC platforms including GE, Emerson, and Rockwell
• Provide support for flow computer equipment, including, OMNI, ABB Flow-x, and Spirit Flow X.
• Participate in advance troubleshooting of existing process control code, conduct appropriate root-cause investigations to identify problem areas in the PLCâ  s and Aveva I / A systems, Process Control code, Operator Interface or hardware, and ensure corrective actions are implemented to address any identified gaps with stakeholderâ  s input.
• Strong troubleshooting skills to assist with the deployment, startup, testing, commissioning, and abnormal operations of SCADA systems
• Upgrade, design, configure, maintain, enhance, and monitor related equipment and performance
• Develop and implement advanced process control strategies using existing / future technology.

Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their supervisor, as determined from time to time in their sole and complete discretion

Experience

A minimum of 10 years of progressive work experience in Process, Automation, and Controls Engineering.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE :

Instrumentation & Electrical Technician expertise (including PLC). Pipeline or Petrochemical industry experience. Maintaining Process Control Network (PCN) component systems, including Process Control System (PCS).

Familiarity with ISA Safety Instrumented System requirements. Designing / Implementing / Troubleshooting process controls (including tuning expertise and Advanced Process Controls).

Advanced process control techniques and programming for asset optimization. Experience with Leak Detection

Education Level

A minimum of a Bachelorâ  s Degree in Engineering or Bachelorâ  s degree coupled with equivalent field experience as defined in the essential job duties / responsibilities section.

Required Skills

PLC programming and process control design. Ability to read and fully understand P&IDâ  s, one-lines, instrument drawings and other documents describing the scope of work.

Ability to troubleshoot and implement existing PLC logic to facilitate the project startup. Experience with I / O detailed wiring and termination.

Familiarity with AutoCAD and MS Office suite. Expertise in I&C design and industry practices for the oil & gas industry.

Experience with instrumentation, hazardous location wiring practices, panel design, and PLC hardware. Ability to stay abreast of new technology developments and processes is essential.

Ability to communicate effectively with others, strong verbal communication skills, advanced level of reading and writing, and ability to perform advanced mathematical calculations.

Familiar with the configuration and setup of VFDs, soft starters, control valves, and actuators. Knowledgeable on multiple PLC platforms including GE, Emerson, and Rockwell.

Competency in the setup and configuration of flow computers, including, OMNI, ABB Flow-x, and Spirit Flow X. Familiar with telemetry including radio networks and wireless communications

Supervisory / Managerial Responsibility

May be responsible for supervising contractors depending on assignment. May be responsible for providing work direction to the broader SCADA support team.

Work Conditions

Office and field-based with up to 25% travel required. Subject to varying weather conditions and required to work in all temperatures, including outdoors

Physical Requirements

Job conditions require standing, walking, sitting, talking or hearing, making visual inspections, making precise hand and finger movements, lifting or carrying up to 50 lbs, climbing up to 200 ft, perceive color differences, required to wear personal protective equipment as needed and a respirator in emergency situations (beards are not permitted).

Depending on location must satisfactorily complete a comprehensive medical physical examination. Job conditions may require twisting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching or grasping, and working in confined spaces as permitted.