LNG Plant Control Systems Technician/Sr LNG Plant Control Systems Technician

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BHE GT&S

LNG Plant Control Systems Technician/Sr LNG Plant Control Systems Technician

Job Description

BHE GT&S has an exciting career opportunity as a LNG Plant Control System Technician/Senior LNG Plant Control Systems Technician at our Cove Point facility located in Lusby, MD.

Responsibilities

The LNG Plant Control Systems Technician/Senior LNG Plant Control System Technician Distributed Control System (DCS) reports directly to the Supervisor-LNG Operations (Plant Controls System) and is a member of multi-disciplined team responsible for the safe, compliant and reliable operation and maintenance of a liquefied natural gas (LNG) import/export and re-gasification terminal Distributed Control System (DCS) including LNG process systems infrastructure, emergency response systems, power/steam generation rotating machinery and auxiliary control support systems.

The LNG Plant Control Systems Technician/Senior LNG Plant Control System Technician (DCS) is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and upgrading complex distributed control systems, associated process control/automation platforms and related control components that are typically found in large-scale industrial environments such as LNG terminals, power generation facilities, chemical and petrochemical plants, manufacturing operations, NGL processing facilities, cryogenic natural gas processing plants, and other hydrocarbon facilities.

Key responsibilities include the configuration, maintenance, optimization, and upgrade of DCS hardware and software, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs), Operator Training Simulator (OTS), alarm management systems, industrial networking infrastructure, system administration, and cybersecurity controls.

The LNG Plant Control Systems Technician/Senior LNG Plant Control System Technician is a multi-level posted position. The successful candidate will be placed at the appropriate skill level based on their demonstrated competencies, qualifications, and relevant experience.

The successful candidate must be willing to work in an industrial environment and will be responsible for the reliability of the facilitys Distributed Control Systems (DCS) while ensuring the facility operates in full compliance with site, company, local, state, and federal policies, regulations, and procedures while also supporting continuous improvement, reliability initiatives, and cross-functional coordination. A strong commitment to safety and adherence to established protocols is essential to maintain the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the terminal.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform all activities with emphasis on a proactive and preventative maintenance approach based on industrys best practices, manufacturer recommendations, and regulatory requirements to include but not limited to: FERC, PHMSA, NFPA, USCG, MDOL, MDE and EPA.
• Recognizes the safety, environmental and facility reliability consequences of actions taken maintaining the highest levels of safety and environmental compliance.
• Work closely with and directly support the facilitys operations teams, providing DCS system technical expertise to ensure the plant control systems meet operational needs.
• Respond to control system issues affecting facility operations, assisting with start-ups, shutdowns, and abnormal operating conditions, and implementing improvements that enhance operational reliability and performance.
• Work on complex control and network systems, including troubleshooting and repairing system issues, performing detailed diagnostics, and replacing or upgrading components as required.
• Perform control loop logic modifications, testing, tuning, and validation across DCS, Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), and PLCbased subsystems by analyzing process response, optimizing control parameters, and verifying system performance.
• Monitors and maintains the DCS and related network hardware and software for security and performance issues, troubleshooting and resolving issues when they occur.
• Performs periodic backup on all DCS / PLC controllers, network, and computers.
• Perform routine updates and configuration maintenance on OT cybersecurity compliance platforms, including asset inventory systems, whitelisting applications, intrusion detection tools, passwordvault solutions, and disasterrecovery software.
• Review and analyze alarm history to identify nuisance and lowvalue alarms, improving operational efficiency and supporting effective alarm management practices.
• Working with sites Control Engineer, submit drawing and configuration changes made on the DCS per the sites modification and Management of Change (MOC) process.
• Support installation, testing, and startup of new equipment.
• Attend required onsite and offsite training and proactively completes assigned selfstudy and qualification programs to maintain all technical and safety certifications.
• Obtain a solid understanding of all plant DCS, SIS, PLC control systems associated with LNG Liquefaction, LNG Regasification, Ship Loading and Power Generation processes.
• Utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) (Maximo and Oracle) to manage assets, work orders, inventory, and scheduling to increase efficiency, reduce downtime, and streamline maintenance operations with a proactive approach.
• May assist in the development, implementation, and execution of DCS and OT cybersecurity policies and procedures.
• May be required to be on-call and/or work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

• Preferred: Emerson Delta V System Administrator level knowledge and experience for system maintenance, patching and troubleshooting. Experience with GE MK Vie Controls, Woodward Controls, Compressor Anti-surge Controls, Allen Bradly PLCs. Recent experience with LNG, petrochemical NGL, cryogenic natural gas processing, hydrocarbon processing or power generation. Startup/Commissioning experience is a plus. Maximo and Oracle experience is a plus.

**Relocation assistance for this position is available dependent upon meeting eligibility requirements.

Qualifications

Plant Control System Technician

• 2+ years of related experience. Applied knowledge of automated control system instruments such as flow meters, pressure gauges, thermocouples, regulators and other industrial components.
• Competency in performing Distributed Controls System (DCS) or Programmable Logic Controls (PLCs) changes in logic, graphics, control loop configuration and network configuration.
• Previous work experience demonstrating technical knowledge of Emerson DeltaV, ABB Infi-90 and Allen Bradley control systems.
• Knowledge of environmental regulation compliance systems.
• Ability to provide guidance and/or training to less experienced Technicians and Operators.
• Competent in workstation and server software and hardware troubleshooting and repair.
• Strong computer skills with a knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel
• Analytical and deductive reasoning skills, oral and written communication skills, technical writing skills, instrumentation skills, and mathematical skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve equipment or process problems.
• Ability to conduct site inspections or walk downs, including working at heights.
• Ability to recommend changes to DCS, instrumentation drawing and configuration documentation.

Sr Plant Control System Technician

• A minimum of 5+ years direct experience with operations, instrumentation, DCS, PLC's and Computer systems.
• Applied knowledge of automated control instruments such as flow meters, pressure gauges, thermocouples, regulators, and other industrial components.
• Full competency in performing Distributed Controls System (DCS) or Programmable Logic Controls (PLCs) changes in logic, graphics, control loop configuration and network configuration.
• Previous work experience demonstrating technical knowledge of Emerson DeltaV, ABB Infi-90 and Allen Bradley control systems.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and the associated control and data acquisition systems.
• Ability to provide guidance and/or training to Technicians and Operators.
• Competent in personal computer software and hardware troubleshooting and repair.
• Strong computer skills with a knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel.
• Strong analytical and deductive reasoning, oral and written communication, technical writing, and mathematical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and solve DCS hardware and process control problems.
• Full ability to conduct site inspections or walk downs, including working at heights.
• Experience in commissioning medium to large scale industrial control installations Demonstrated ability to maintain documentation related to the DCS and instrumentation.

***Contribute to a team-centric work environment based on mutual respect and integrity.

***Support the Company's CHAMPION culture, which centers around personal responsibility, continuous improvement and delivering quality for our customers.

Education
Associate (Typically two years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess an associate's degree).

Preferred Degree
Control Systems Engineering / Automation, Technical Studies

Preferred Licenses, Certifications, Qualifications or Standards
Must have a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card or have proof of TWIC card application.

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Position descriptions are developed as guides for the employees of BHE GT&S. The management team of BHE GT&S reserves the right to modify job responsibilities and position requirements to meet the corporate business goals and needs.

About UsBHE GT&S is an interstate natural gas transmission and storage company that gives large customers more options in moving gas safely, reliably and efficiently. Headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, with operations in 10 states, BHE GT&S employees take pride in our work and are committed to innovative and sustainable natural gas energy solutions. Through our liquefied natural gas facilities, multi-state pipeline systems, and storage operations we support a number of large customers, including major utilities, power plants, marine transportation and heavy-duty trucking, along with manufacturing. Our employees are integral to our success and work hard to exceed customer expectations. We provide fulfilling employment opportunities, are committed to attracting and retaining the best employees, and focus on providing a safe and inclusive work environment.

Our benefits are designed to offer choices to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Some of those choices include medical plans for individuals and families; health savings account or flexible spending accounts; dental and vision benefits for individuals and families; life insurance; hours of paid time off accrued per pay period; paid holidays; paid bereavement leave; 401(k) plan with employer match; short- and long-term disability plans; paid parental leave; educational assistance; adoption assistance; and other voluntary benefits such as auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and identity protection. Employees also participate in the companys performance incentive plan based on plan eligibility. This award is made at managements discretion and is based on your overall performance and the companys performance. Non-exempt roles are eligible for overtime.About the TeamBHE GT&S is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation. xhyhwjd Apply NowJob Info

• Job Identification10004611
• Job CategoryLNG Operations
• Posting Date09/10/2026, 12:11 PM
• Apply Before10/08/2026, 03:59 AM
• Job ScheduleFull time
• Locations2100 Cove Point Rd, Lusby, MD, 20657, US
• Pay Range$41.88-$72.31
• Relocation AssistanceAvailable for this position dependent upon eligibility requirements
• SponsorshipNo - Must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.
• BusinessCove Point LNG, LP
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