What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automation Engineer position at OneSource Professional Search?
We’re partnering with a leading midstream company in South Louisiana seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to join their team. This individual will play a critical role in the development, programming, integration, testing, and commissioning of advanced instrumentation and control systems across a highly technical operational environment.
The ideal candidate is motivated, growth-oriented, and eager to expand into evolving technologies while supporting Operations, Maintenance, SCADA, OMCs, Engineering, Loss Controls, Cybersecurity, and internal/external customers.
Position: Automation Engineer
Type: Full-time Experience Required: 5 years in Automation, Instrumentation, and Project Management
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and troubleshoot PLC logic, HMI applications, flow computers, and PID control loops.
Perform FAT, SAT, and point-to-point testing for control system implementations.
Redline and update I&C documentation including P&IDs, loop diagrams, wiring diagrams, IO lists, and cause-and-effect charts.
Calibrate and program instrumentation (pressure, temperature, level, density, etc.).
Develop secure data interfaces and communication configurations for internal and external customers.
Collaborate with Network Engineering on OT network connections and support OT cybersecurity best practices.
Provide high-level technical support to Operations, Maintenance, SCADA, OMCs, and Engineering.
Manage capital and expense projects, ensuring scope, budget, and schedule alignment.
Support the Management of Change (MOC) process and lifecycle planning for I&C assets.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (Electrical, Automation, Controls), Computer Science, or related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in automation, instrumentation, and project management.
Strong troubleshooting and failure analysis skills with PLCs, HMIs, flow computers, and PID loops.