Controls & Automation Engineer III

About Us

Proserv is a global controls technology company with a heritage stretching back more than 60 years. We provide industry-leading solutions to improve the reliability, optimise the performance and extend the life of critical infrastructure across the energy sector.

Our team not only has the talent and technological expertise to deliver these transformative goals, but day-to-day, we hold to a clear set of FRESH Proserv values that underpins everything we do around the world.

So, if you believe you not only have the skills and know-how needed for this role, and you are a team player; keen to do things the right way; possess an inquisitive and creative mind; prioritise giving top-quality service and you enjoy helping and collaborating with colleagues or clients – then we really want to hear from you.

What You Need to Know

The Controls and Automation Engineer is responsible for the design and implementation of electrical/electronic automation systems including software SCADA and PLC/RTU controller software solutions for the Subsea Control System (SCS).

Additional responsibilities include supporting electrical/electronic project engineers in design of electrical power and communication subsystems of the Subsea Control System to include but not limited to, Master Control Stations (MCS), Electrical Power Units (EPU), modem racks, Hydraulic Power Units (HPU), and subsea data acquisition systems for offshore facilities; as well as supporting Surface Production Equipment (SPE) and Drilling Control System (DCS) projects.

What We Are Looking For

• Ensure projects are completed to client requirements, on time, within budget, and within company and industry standards.

• Create project documentation and drawings.

• Manage the customer interface to maintain a good working relationship.

• Advise the Electrical and Software Engineering Supervisor of any potential areas of risk that could result in an overrun of material costs or labor hours.

• Program the Human Machine Interface (HMI), interlocks, shutdowns and various process control in PC/PLC applications.

• Ensure that all project documentation has been produced in accordance with the agreed project Master Document List (MDL).

• Create and implement project software development and testing.

• Analyze product or equipment specifications and performance requirements to determine designs which can be produced by existing manufacturing or processing facilities and methods.

• Direct and coordinate testing of prototype or system software configurations.

• Compile and analyze operational, test, and research data to establish performance standards for newly designed or modified equipment or product.

• Analyze test data and reports to determine if test design meets functional and performance specifications.

• Confer with other engineering personnel and prepare design modifications as required.

• Evaluate engineering test results for possible application to development of systems or other uses.

• Evaluate field installations and recommend design modifications to eliminate system malfunctions.

• Prepare or direct preparation of product or system layout and process diagrams.

• Ensure work assignments are carried out to the highest quality level.

• Participate/assist in equipment testing.

• Work with suppliers to create part specifications.

• Propose best practice and technical solutions.

• Review work output of others.

• Strong contributor to the design/project team.

• Participate in development and delivery of technical strategy and planning.

• Conduct design reviews with multiple disciplines to ensure projects conform to client requirements.

• Travel at short notice may be required to visit domestic and international customer sites as well as offshore facilities from time to time.

• Know and understand Proserv’s Quality Policy and comply with all requirements of the Quality Systems Manual, Operating and Technical Procedures and Workplace Instructions.

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Key Interfaces

• Engineering

• HSE

• Document Control

• Production Assembly (Assembly and Test, Receiving and Inspection, etc.)

• Project Management

• Sales/Business Development

• Quality Department

• Service Department

• Procurement Department/Supply Chain

• Suppliers

Qualifications / Skills & Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering Technology, or a related field.

Essential

• Electrical instrumentation and software (applications level) engineering background.

• Five (5) or more years Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and Human Machine Interface (HMI) programming experience.

• Offshore (topside/subsea) oil and gas experience preferred.

• Proven track record in an automation design/build related environment.

• Knowledge and understanding of software development practices including documentation, equipment SCADA/PLC/RTU programming/design, and electrical/electronic equipment design and application.

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

• Knowledge of automation systems (including communication equipment selection/installation); electrical system design (including motor control and low voltage instrument panels); Allen-Bradley, Citect and Wonderware software packages; C, C++, VB programming and web design tools; and design/manufacture of Safety Integrity Level (SIL) rated equipment.

• Aptitude for electro/mechanical systems and equipment.

• Must have the ability to obtain Offshore Water Survival certification (either HUET or BOSIET) and Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).

Demonstrated Skills

• Commercial Awareness: Decision making, effective negotiation, and understanding of business objectives.

• Initiative: Strategic thinking and problem solving.

• Multi-tasking: Must be able to coordinate several tasks at the same time.

• Workplace Flexibility: Willingness to travel at short notice and for extended periods of time, including offshore and/or out-of-state locations, for up to three (3) weeks at a time.

Preferred

• Eight (8) or more years’ Subsea Control System (SCS) experience.

• Advanced knowledge of upstream oil and gas instrumentation and surveillance systems.

• Advanced knowledge of electrical power and signal distribution.

• Advanced knowledge of Modbus and Ethernet TCP protocols.

Physical Requirements

Physical ability to attain training certifications for Oil and Gas Offshore work required. Training required may include, but not limited to:

• Rig Pass/Safe Gulf/Safe Land

• Offshore Water Survival (HUET)

• OPITO approved Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training (BOSIET)

• Medical Certification of Fitness for Offshore Work (OGUK)

• Full vaccination requirements for offshore travel.

Why Choose Us

We offer a competitive starting salary with an opportunity to advance, which will be dependent on competency starting level.

What you receive from Proserv as your employer is so much more than just a salary. Our benefits offerings include:

• Medical / Dental / Vision

• Health FSA / Dependent Care FSA

• HSA w/ Employer contribution

• Basic Life & AD&D

• Voluntary Life & AD&D

• Short Term Disability

• Long Term Disability

• 401k w/ Employer Match

• PTO

• Paid Holidays

• Employee Assistance Program