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Vopak · 5 hours ago

Automation Engineer

Deer Park

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

6+ years exp

Vopak Terminal Deer Park Inc. is looking for an Automation Engineer to contribute to energy security and transition initiatives. The role involves leading and supporting automation/control systems for facility upgrades, providing subject matter expertise, and ensuring the integrity of automation systems at the terminal.

EnergyEnergy ManagementOil and Gas

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Abides by all safety procedures and practices applicable to location and position; participates in appropriate safety training; demonstrates commitment to and support of SH&E principles and values; champions safety as necessary

Provides subject matter expertise for automation/control systems and instrumentation, as well as supporting the project team with assigned upgrades, migrations and other automation projects

Coordinates all automation technical and engineering matters between the terminal and customer, technical and/or engineering personnel or other stakeholders

Responsible for maintenance and lifecycle management of automation/control systems at the terminals. Ensures SLAs (service level agreements) with appropriate technical requirements are in place for automation/control systems and ensures that vendors deliver services in line with the scope and quality requirements established in SLAs

Responsible for configuration, monitoring, troubleshooting, programming, and hardware/software support of control systems at the terminals

Help develop/prepare Control System Block Diagrams/System Architecture, Network Diagrams, I/O Lists, Junction Box / wiring drawings, plot plans, Instrument Index, Instrument Data Sheets, Range/Alarm/Trip/Shutdown Schedules, Control Narratives, Cause & Effect Matrix, DCS/HMI Screens, Complex Loop Narratives and Hardware/Software/Configuration guides

Participate in HAZOP/PHA activities and provide I&C input to achieve required Layers of Protection

As part of the technical team, conduct regular meetings with operations and maintenance to ensure that automation/I&C design work & changes are aligned with the specific needs of terminal operations and are in compliance with company and industrial standards

Support P&ID development for I&C scope; maintain P&ID redlining & update through the course of the initial project, as well as all future projects

Prepare control systems scope, specifications, requisitions, proposals, estimates, surveys and designs

Pre-select & pre-qualify vendors, obtain bids, evaluate bids and support the procurement process to award contracts for the applicable projects

Review project documents and vendor drawings, specifications, design documents, loop/wiring drawings and test procedures etc., and ensure that the control system design and installation are consistent with company standards

Support preparation of project scope, justification, cost estimates and return on investment evaluations, and obtaining required expenditure approvals for implementation of the planned project stages

Manage and monitor vendor’s progress throughout the life of the project to ensure facility standards, project scope and schedule are met

Prepares and delivers technical and management support presentations and reports as required

Qualification

Automation systems expertiseEmerson DeltaV DCSRockwell PLCsIndustrial automation standardsProcess controls experienceConstructionCommissioningIT/OT convergenceHealthSafety principlesProject management processesStakeholder managementCommunication skillsProblem solving skillsTeam player

Required

Must possess or be able to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) as required by the Maritime Transportation Security Act

4-year college degree in engineering from an accredited university

6-8 years' experience in automation, instrumentation, and process controls in the petrochemical, refining, or oil & gas industries. Liquid storage terminal experience is a plus

Experience with Emerson DeltaV DCS, SIS systems and Rockwell PLCs hardware and software. In addition, Wonderware experience is a plus

Experience with construction, installation, testing and commissioning of control systems

Knowledge of the Industrial automation standards including ISA 88, ISA 95 and IEC61511, and relevant codes (e.g. NEC)

Affinity with IT / OT convergence and OT cybersecurity principles

Experience working in the safety-critical industrial environment; strong understanding of health, safety, environmental, and security principles

Ability to translate technical plans into easy-to-understand laymen's terms and communicate such translations in clear terminology

Ability to manage complex stakeholder environment

Excellent English communication skills, both oral and written; listening skills; experience creating and delivering presentations

Willingness to travel up to 20% (travel will mainly be to Vopak terminal in Corpus Christi, TX)

Ability to respond promptly to emergencies or unexpected calls during off-hours, including nights and weekends

Competencies: Detail oriented, Results driven, Problem solving skills, Negotiation skills, Stakeholder management / communication skills, Planning & organizing, Team player