New Opportunity Process Controls Engineer

NES is actively seeking an experienced Control Systems Engineer for a unique contract opportunity with our Refinery Client in Superior, WI! This position will be managing support for our Client's DCS/SIS/PLC Applications at the site.

This position will be a year-long contract opportunity with a unique 3-weeks-on 1-week-off work schedule. During the 3 weeks on, the candidate in this role would be working onsite around 60hrs each week (OT Rate Applicable after 40hrs) followed by a week off. Travel and per diem fully available for non-local candidates who are interested in traveling into the site.

All interested candidates are encouraged to send their most updated resume to along with their availability.

Description This position is in the refinery Technical Service group and will be responsible for process control support in a refinery operating area. The Process Controls Engineer will work closely with the operation team, process engineers, and the Controls Technician to support day-to-day operations. Responsibilities will include development of process control strategies/graphics, optimization, support/troubleshooting of DCS/SIS/PLC applications, support of the alarm management system, and monitoring control system performance. Other duties will include project support, support of the Management of Change process, HAZOP participation, developing operator training materials, and conducting operator training. The Process Controls Engineer works collaboratively with and provides technical expertise and guidance to project teams, to ensure changes affecting DCS, SIS, PLC and alarm management applications are safely designed, installed, and meet the requirements of company standards and regulatory agency standards. This position provides technical expertise on DCS/SIS automation standards and control equipment specifications.

This position is located at the Superior, WI Refinery.

Responsibilities:
â Responsible for control strategy identification/development to optimize the process. Provide control system design for Plant DeltaV DCS hardware and software. Support the control strategy/system development aspects for all projects in the operating area.
â Responsible for providing control system technical/troubleshooting support to operating and maintenance personnel, loop tuning, and monitoring/reporting on control strategy/DCS performance.
â Work with process and economic engineer(s) to develop advanced process control system (APC) and/or process optimization control strategies to maximize the plant profits and safe operating windows. Support APC applications after implementation.
â Provide support for DeltaV Safety Instrumented Systems.
â Develop Automation/Control - IT/OT interface solutions.
â Develop documentation, standards, best practices, and capture lessons learned for the process control environment.
â Attend and contribute at Risk Assessments, HAZOP studies, and incident investigations.

Required Qualifications:
â Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemical/Electrical Engineering recognized by ABET. Process Controls emphasis is an asset.
â 5 years' experience in digital controls system management within heavy industry.
â DCS Project Design, Management and Commissioning experience.
â Process Control Optimization experience, analytical and alarm management.
â Previous oil and gas related experience or refining/petrochemical experience.
â Understanding of basic project management fundamentals, project economics, support and execution.
â Strong attention to detail with a demonstrated ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
â Strong interpersonal, organizational, communication and leadership skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
â Professional member (PE) registered with State of WI DSPS, CAP or Cyber-Security certifications.
â DeltaV Version 14.3 knowledge is required. Live Plant and PLC and SCADA knowledge. Other application interfaces with IT-OT-MIS space.
â Process Engineering Experience in an oil/petrochemical or related facility.
â Demonstrated computer skills in process modeling software, Microsoft Office, and other database applications. Proven ability to explore and learn new programs.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.