Controls Systems Engineer in New Orleans

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We’re seeking a Control Systems Engineer with strong experience supporting heavy industrial environments such as power , oil and gas, or similar process-driven facilities. This role is focused on control system design, instrumentation, and engineering support for industrial process systems. The right person will bring hands-on experience with DCS, PLC, and HMI platforms, along with a strong understanding of instrumentation, loop diagrams, control panel layouts, and control valve sizing.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and support control systems for heavy industrial process applications
• Work with DCS, PLC, and HMI systems to support system design, integration, upgrades, troubleshooting, and commissioning
• Develop and review loop diagrams, control narratives, I/O lists, instrumentation lists, and related engineering documentation
• Prepare control panel layouts, wiring concepts, and system architecture documentation
• Support field instrumentation selection, specification, and application for industrial process systems
• Size and specify control valves based on system requirements, process conditions, and performance needs
• Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, and process engineering teams to ensure proper system integration
• Support modifications, upgrades, and improvements to existing plant control systems
• Participate in startup, commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of control and instrumentation systems
• Ensure designs and deliverables comply with applicable codes, standards, plant requirements, and safety expectations
• Provide technical support to operations, maintenance, and project teams throughout project execution
• Assist with problem-solving related to system performance, instrumentation issues, and control strategy improvements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering discipline
• Experience in heavy industrial environments such as power , oil and gas, chemical processing, or similar facilities
• Strong experience with DCS, PLC, and HMI systems
• Strong understanding of process instrumentation and control system design
• Experience developing loop diagrams and control panel layouts
• Experience sizing and specifying control valves
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, electrical drawings, instrumentation documents, and control system documentation
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional engineering and field teams

Qualifications

• Experience with plant modifications, modernization projects, or control system upgrades
• Experience with industrial communication networks and integration between plant systems
• Experience supporting commissioning and startup activities
• Familiarity with industry standards and best practices related to instrumentation and control systems
• Experience in regulated or highly process-driven industrial environments

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