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Ellaway Blues Consulting ยท 2 weeks ago

Senior Control System Engineer

positionUnited States
timeFull-time
remoteRemote
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
date10+ years exp

Ellaway Blues Consulting is seeking a Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer who will serve as the technical authority for process control, automation, and instrumentation systems across multiple production sites. The role involves leading control system strategy, supporting ongoing operations, and playing a key role in capital projects from concept through commissioning.

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Hiring Manager
Sydney Milazzo
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Responsibilities

Serve as the subject matter expert for distributed control (DCS), safety instrumented (SIS), and operational technology (OT) systems
Lead performance optimization and reliability initiatives for instrumentation and control assets
Integrate hardware, software, and network systems to enhance safety, reliability, and efficiency
Program, troubleshoot, and maintain PLCs, HMIs, and other automation platforms
Develop and maintain process control documentation, including narratives, I/O lists, and P&IDs
Provide direct support for production troubleshooting, loop tuning, and data analysis
Oversee I/O checkout, wiring verification, and system testing during project commissioning
Prepare and review SIS documentation (SRS, C&E, test plans, drawings) and support functional safety assessments in alignment with ISA 84 standards
Participate in process safety management (PSM) activities such as MOC reviews, HAZOPs, LOPAs, and alarm rationalization
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on design, implementation, and continuous improvement projects
Develop and implement strategies that maximize equipment uptime and optimize lifecycle costs
Provide training and mentorship to engineering and maintenance personnel

Qualification

ControlsInstrumentationAutomation designProgrammingAllen-Bradley Logix PLCsHMI/SCADA systemsProcess control networksSafety instrumented systemsCommunication protocolsAnalytical skillsTroubleshooting skillsTechnical excellenceSafety commitmentCommunication skillsOrganizational ability

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Chemical Engineering (or equivalent)
10+ years of controls and instrumentation experience within the refining, petrochemical, or process manufacturing industries
Strong background in automation design, programming, and system startup
Proficiency with Allen-Bradley Logix PLCs, Studio 5000, and AVEVA System Platform
HMI/SCADA systems (FactoryTalk View SE), historians, and PI data systems
Process control networks, communication protocols, and cybersecurity fundamentals
Safety instrumented systems and alarm management
Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills
Strong organizational ability and commitment to technical excellence and safety

Preferred

Familiarity with fieldbus and communication protocols (Modbus, Foundation Fieldbus, HART, Ethernet/IP)
Experience with OSIsoft PI Historian and PI Vision
Knowledge of Schneider motor control software (SoMove, Easergy)
Exposure to Rockwell PlantPAx system architecture and coding standards

Company

Ellaway Blues Consulting

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Ellaway Blues Consulting offers recruitment and staffing solutions for the energy sector, focusing on oil and gas roles.
location
Orlando, Florida, USA
people-size11-50 employees
web-link
https://ellawayblues.com

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage

Leadership Team

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Huw Ellaway
Managing Partner
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