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Cooper Machinery Services · 1 day ago

Automation Engineer III

Houston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Cooper Machinery Services provides natural gas compression equipment and services to customers globally in the Oil & Gas, Power, Transportation, and Marine sectors. The Automation Engineer III will lead and oversee all aspects of control system design, development, testing, and implementation, while collaborating with clients and cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution of complex automation projects.

EnergyOil and GasTransportation

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead the development of PLC and HMI applications according to project specifications, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices

Plan, evaluate, organize, and execute complex automation-related projects and initiatives, including system integration and optimization efforts

Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior engineers, supporting their professional development and fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement

Collaborate with the Drafting department to create detailed electrical drawings and documentation, ensuring accuracy and completeness

Generate comprehensive Electrical Bills of Materials (BOM) for projects, overseeing procurement and inventory management activities

Provide on-site support and troubleshooting at customer locations as needed, including conducting training sessions and coordinating with field technicians

Lead efforts to troubleshoot, repair, and upgrade legacy PLC and HMI software applications, implementing solutions to enhance system performance and reliability

Demonstrate flexibility to travel domestically and internationally, as required, to support project implementation and client engagements

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of requirements for equipment and installation in hazardous areas (ATEX, IECEx, NEC, NFPA, etc.), ensuring compliance and adherence to safety standards

Utilize hands-on experience with electrical systems to provide technical expertise and guidance during project execution

Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualification

PLC programmingHMI developmentRockwell SoftwareElectrical EngineeringLabVIEWIndustrial communication protocolsProject leadershipMicrosoft OfficeProblem-solvingCommunicationCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant Engineering discipline, with a minimum of 8 years of direct experience in Electrical, Automation, and Process Control

Minimum of 8+ years of direct experience in Electrical, Automation, and Process Control

Proven track record of successful project leadership and execution, preferably within the Oil & Gas industry or other relevant sectors

Expertise in developing Rockwell Software and FactoryTalk suite of programming products, with advanced proficiency in PLC programming languages and HMI development

Hands on experience with National Instruments suite of software including Labview, NI Max, NI RAD, etc

Strong understanding of industrial communication protocols, including Ethernet TCP/IP setup and communications of 3rd party hardware

Demonstrated ability to work independently, with a high level of initiative and self-motivation, as well as collaboratively within cross-functional teams

Experience in installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of complex control systems, with a focus on continuous improvement and optimization

Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Visio, and Excel, with excellent organizational and documentation skills

Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time, both domestically and internationally, to support project requirements

Preferred

Exceptional ability to multitask and manage multiple deadlines effectively, while maintaining attention to detail and quality standards

Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences

Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and collaborate effectively with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders at all levels

Advanced problem-solving abilities, with a proactive and analytical approach to identifying and resolving technical challenges

Customer-focused mindset, with a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions and exceeding client expectations

Demonstrates honesty, integrity, and professionalism in all work-related interactions and activities

Company

Cooper Machinery Services

Cooper Machinery Services is provides natural gas compression equipment and services to customers globally in the Oil & Gas,Power.

Founded in 1833

Houston, Texas, USA

501-1000 employees

http://cooperservices.com/

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