Current Power

Control Systems Engineer

Houston, TX

full_time

About This Job

The Control Systems Engineer will primarily be responsible for the conception, design, development, and implementation of electrical systems on applications in various industries including drilling, marine, mining and renewables amongst others. The candidate should have knowledge of electrical power systems, AC and DC drive technology, and PLC and SCADA programming as it relates to control and automation systems. The candidate should also possess the ability to apply mathematical and engineering principles.

Detailed Description:

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Responsible for developing control algorithms, system architecture and compiling software for PLC/PAC/SBC based systems, HMI design/implementation, data logging, and communication interfaces across multiple industries.

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Be capable of designing, developing and applying control system theory to compile software code for new and existing systems that is tuned for optimal response.

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Provide accurate system diagrams, loop diagrams, block diagrams, and network diagrams for new or existing software systems.

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Responsible for designing and developing electrical systems including: generator controls, switchboards, AC or DC drives, motor control systems, panel boards and other components required for a functioning system according to customer specification.

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Generate design documentation, drawings, operation manuals and related material for systems code and hardware.

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Ensure electrical designs conform with applicable regulatory requirements.

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Create custom electrical schematics/wiring diagrams, bills of material, networking schematics, and any other items necessary for a system that conforms to customer specifications.

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Communicate with customer regarding scheduling, project progress, design questions, specification questions, customer changes, new project quotations and other items that may come up during the course of a project.

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Create both in-house and customer FAT test procedures as required by customer contract/in-house test requirements.

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Perform testing in accordance with FAT and in-house test procedures when needed otherwise ensure that testing is performed per procedures.

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Create field commissioning plan for equipment after leaving the facility.

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Perform commissioning of electrical equipment according to commissioning plan when required.

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Provide field support and data gathering of system performance to match theory and practice for continual process improvements.

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Provide continued support for projects after completion and field commissioning by phone in the form of troubleshooting or in person onsite when required.

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Perform as lead engineer on the solution developed and must be able to understand and translate the functional requirements into a system architecture and develop the best solution for large scale implementation.

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Generate work tasks, organize the ordering and delivery of equipment and materials, and oversee the efficient installation and commissioning of software and equipment.

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Work directly with third party contractors, Operations, Technical Services, and HSE management and rig crews to assist with the execution of a wide variety of company goals.

Job Requirements:

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Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, managing multiple tasks and working on multiple projects simultaneously to meet challenging deadlines.

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Demonstrate clear written and verbal communication skills and ability to promptly give, and follow directions when working with others.

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Ability to safely navigate the work sites with occasional walking, climbing, standing, stepping, etc. during normal operating conditions (day/night, outdoor hot/cold weather).

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Ability to safely navigate work sites including regular walking, climbing, standing, stepping, etc. during various weather conditions (day/night, outdoor hot/cold weather).

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Ability to proficiently use MS Office Suite to develop presentations, correspondence, reports, and schedules (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.).

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Physical ability to:

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Lift and carry 50 pounds independently while walking on uneven surfaces

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Bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and crawl occasionally during visits to field and operational work areas.

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Listen for unusual noises that signify equipment and or machinery problems.

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Stay alert and focused including during occasional extended work periods.

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Maintain spatial orientation and awareness to safely move around work environment with many moving objects including overhead machinery.

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Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all designated times.

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Ability to regularly travel as needed to visit work sites and support business units; may require extended travel to remote locations and/or overnight stay(s) outside normal office area.

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Ability to work on weekends and be on call after hours as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

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Bachelor's Degree related to Electrical or Controls and Automation.

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2+ years of proven experience with electrical system and PLC design.

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Experience with standard field bus communications protocols. (Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Profinet, CANBUS, OPC UA, etc.).

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Experience with Autocad Electrical.

Preferred Qualifications:

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3+ years of proven experience with electrical system and PLC design.

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Proven experience in Siemens PLC programming using Step7 software.

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Proven experience in HMI development using Siemens WinCC software.

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Proven experience with VFD drives and DC drives preferably with Siemens and GE.

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Proven experience with equipment used in the drilling industry.

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Proven experience with equipment used in the marine industry.

Additional Details:

Work is primarily in a climate controlled / office environment with minimal safety / health hazard potential. The employee is regularly required to sit, stand, or walk with occasional lifting (overhead, waist level) from floor, bending and frequent near vision use for reading and use of computer, telephone and other office equipment. Employee must work with an emphasis on safety for themselves and others, including coworkers and third parties, including wearing any required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all designated times. This position may require the employee to work in a shop environment or field based location in all types of weather conditions typical of the area where the job is located, including dust, humidity, sleet, snow, rain, mud, cold, heat, wind, and other inclement weather. Working conditions for this position may involve exposure to varying outdoor conditions, including environmental chemicals, gases, noise, dampness, fumes, radiation and heights

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