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Automation Specialist (PLC/DCS)
Triad Control Systems
Deer Park, Texas
Triad Control Systems, part of The Newtron Group, is seeking a team-oriented professionals with hands-on knowledge of Distributive Control Systems (DCS) and Process Logic Control Systems (PLC), Specifically configuration, graphics, system architecture, and logic programming of plant control systems.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- The Automation Specialist performs a wide range of duties, including the following:
- Responsible for design, specification, selection, and services relating to control systems including basic process control systems, safety systems, communications, etc.
- Candidate will plan, budget, organize and control an important segment of a typical automation project
- Responsible to assist with control philosophy and/or functional descriptions
- Communicate project status and progress to project manager for inclusion into reports to client.
- Responsible for quality of the control system portion of the project.
- Field commissioning and troubleshooting of the entire system.
- May be required to respond to client requests both remote and onsite for troubleshooting of control systems and field instrumentation.
- Seek out opportunities for additional work from existing and new clients.
- Maintain a focus on safety by adhering to all Triad Control Systems, client and industry safety standards.
Requirements
- The Automation Specialist requirements include, but are not limited to, the following
- 5 years of control system engineering experience related to Allen-Bradley PLCs, Allen-Bradley PanelView, and Wonderware are required
- Hands-on configuration experience using Emerson DeltaV
- Ability to troubleshoot issues with field instrumentation.
- Configuration experience with other PLC, HMI, DCS, or SIS systems is a plus
- Demonstrated experience in technical execution on both FEL/FEED and EPC projects in the chemical and petrochemical industry
- Knowledge of Microsoft software products is required
Bonus Areas of Interest:
- Cybersecurity.
- SIS/TUV Certification.
- Scripting / Advanced Automation tools.
- Use of AI platforms in engineering workflows.
Additional Expectations:
- Approximately 25% travel.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
If you’re passionate about control systems, enjoy continuous learning, and want to be part of a collaborative automation team, we’d love to hear from you.