Bechtel Corporation · 2 days ago
ICSS Automation Specialist
Houston, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expBechtel Corporation is a global leader in engineering and construction, and they are seeking an ICSS Automation Specialist. This role is responsible for the specification, design, development, commissioning, and testing of Integrated Control and Safety Systems, collaborating with various engineering disciplines to meet project requirements.
ArchitectureConstructionProject Management
Responsibilities
Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate detailed phases of automation work for control systems discipline in both engineering and commissioning groups
Provide functional oversight of ICSS within project and/or commissioning teams
Lead conceptual, preliminary, and detailed design of ICSS scope, including process control, safety instrumented, fire and gas, and process control network systems
Develop system requisitions, perform technical bid evaluations, and recommend ICSS selections
Maintain continuous interface with work in progress by reviewing/approving design basis, key drawings, design concepts, vendor schedules, and budgets
Oversee technical reviews, interface with project personnel, supervisors, and management to ensure project execution aligns with company standards and procedures
Audit ICSS activities for compliance with project execution plans, procedures, and engineering department protocols
Support and execute commissioning, testing, and startup of ICSS, including Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), loop checks, cause & effect testing, PID Control, and Loop Tuning
Establish and maintain records of hardware/software changes and perform software backups
Initiate and coordinate technical requests, RFIs, field change documents, and non-conformance reports between site, contractors, clients, and home office
Communicate complex technical issues and recommend solutions to upper management
Produce and interpret technical drawings and specifications
Identify and resolve ES&H issues in the field, promoting strong safety practices
Analyze commissioning and construction requirements, including installation, purchasing, and contractual issues
Mentor and supervise engineers, scientists, and designers, providing technical guidance and training
Qualification
Required
Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience
Minimum 10–15 years of relevant ICSS industry experience, including large-scale oil, gas, chemical, or industrial projects
Demonstrated success in ICSS design, development, and/or commissioning with multiple platforms (Emerson, Honeywell, Yokogawa, ABB, etc.)
Experience in configuration, commissioning, and testing of process control loops (simple and complex)
Application and adherence to IEC 61511 Safety Instrumented Systems standards for SIS design
Experience with configurable I/O platforms (Emerson CHARMS, Honeywell Universal I/O, Yokogawa N-IO, ABB Select I/O)
Third-party system integration and PLC design/programming (e.g., Allen-Bradley Control Logix)
Understanding of process instrumentation, fire and gas devices, and instrumentation field wiring/testing
ICSS commissioning and startup experience, including cause and effect testing for SIS and FGS
PID Control and Loop Tuning
Application software logic programming (function block, sequential, ladder)
Design and development of process control graphics
Design and implementation of process control networks (Levels 1–4), including communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, OPC, HART, Wireless ISA 100.11, Wireless IEC 62591 HART)
Willingness to work flexible schedules, including night, split, or day shifts, and travel for system testing, commissioning, and startup (domestic/international)
Company
Bechtel Corporation
Bechtel is a construction company that offers engineering, construction, and project management solutions to its customers.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$499.38MKey Investors
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