Petrotech, Inc Hiring for Engineer – Automation Controls at New Orleans, LA Full Time

Petrotech Inc., a leader in the field of Industrial Automation, we provide controls and instrumentation for thousands of rotating machinery assets such as Compressors, Gas, Hydro and Steam Turbines, Generators, Reciprocating Engines, and associated auxiliary systems. The Automation Controls Engineer is responsible for the complete design and implementation of industrial automation projects in accordance with customer specifications and industry requirements. This position is responsible for the technical execution of assigned projects and will assist with development of project schedules, budgets, and timelines.

Essential Duties:

• Development of all elements of an industrial automation system, such as: I/O list, Cause & Effect Diagrams, control panel design, network architecture, electrical schematics, mechanical design & calculations, etc. as required by the project scope.
• Configuration, programming and testing of the PLC/HMI/Data Acquisition applications as necessary to safely operate the system.
• Selection and procurement of materials for the control system, including panel components, field instrumentation and electrical equipment. Review Vendor data to ensure specifications and project requirements are met.
• Preparation of project documentation including Factory and Site Acceptance Test Protocols, Operations Manuals, and Functional Design Specifications.
• Perform tests to demonstrate to customer hardware and software compliance to control system drawings/specifications.
• Development and Implementation of customer training programs.
• Interface effectively with other engineering functions, project management, procurement, sales/proposals, panel shop and field personnel.
• Participate in project meetings and represent Petrotech in technical discussions with customers and vendors.
• Loop checks and startup assistance in accordance with Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality systems.

Qualifications/Skills/Abilities:

• B.S. degree in Engineering or a technical field with 3+ years’ of automation experience; or 5+ years hands on in Industrial automation design and commissioning.
• Experience in automation systems networking, HMI and data acquisition is a significant plus.
• Some rotating machinery experience preferred.
• Up to 15% travel is expected.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person