Process Automation Engineer, Entry Level

Company: Experitec
Location: Chesterfield
Posted on: May 9, 2022

Job Description:

Job Description Process Automation Engineer, Entry Level Location: St. Louis (Chesterfield), MO What does the Experitec Process Automation Engineer role look like? The Process Automation Engineer is a part of our Engineering Services organization and is responsible for assisting in the definition, design, installation, optimization, and maintenance of process control and instrumentation systems in our customers' manufacturing facilities. The Process Automation Engineer will be challenged with process control projects and support opportunities involving system hardware design, software configuration, instrumentation design, and plant operations improvement. The engineer experiences a broad range of topics including control strategy analysis and manufacturing plant troubleshooting and support. Our customers are largely manufacturing facilities and Upstream Oil & Gas. We serve many different industries including chemical, power generation, refining, oil & gas, food & beverage, pulp & paper, and water. What is the Process Automation Engineer responsible for? The Process Automation serves as an important member of our Engineering Services Team. You will work to establish a strong relationship with Experitec---s customers. Through these relationships, the engineer will identify and address areas of improvement within the customer---s facility. The Process Automation Engineer will work with plant operations, process engineering, maintenance, and technical support while providing design guidance and being the partner our customer needs in identifying areas of improvement. The engineer will use the Experitec engineering team as a resource while being challenged with delivering independent results. This position requires a hands-on approach, a strong work ethic, refined troubleshooting skills, and a commitment to excellence. Typical work assignments include: -- Perform engineering and design studies. -- Design and implement effective operator interfaces using DeltaV. -- Integrating PLCs, safety systems, and field devices into DeltaV. -- Perform testing, construction, and installation of designed control solutions. -- Develop and implement control system configuration. Who can do this job? The following are preferred attributes/skills: Able to read and interpret P&IDs, electrical, instrumentation, and mechanical schematics. Understanding of hardware and software configuration of basic process control systems including knowledge of safety instrumented systems. DeltaV application and configuration. Instrumentation, field devices, and equipment troubleshooting, commissioning, and calibration. Proficiency at interfacing with third-party devices using serial, bus and wireless interfaces (e.g., Modbus, DH, Foundation Fieldbus, AS-i, Profibus and DeviceNet). Manufacturing and Process control operations experience. Demonstrated mechanical aptitude. Understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, temperature, pressure, flow, and mechanical dynamics. Proficiency with Microsoft operating systems administration. DCS system and/or PLC design and development. Instrument specifications and application design. Bus network design, troubleshooting, and installation. Technical design and application of sensors, actuators, controllers, and drives. Low voltage control system design and application. Other basic qualifications include: -- Engineering Degree in Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical, Electronics, Industrial Technology, or equivalent. -- Effective communication and interpersonal skills. -- Leadership ability. About Experitec PPS: Experitec PPS business provides automation technology and consulting services to enable our customers--- manufacturing plants to make the most of their operations while reducing costs and minimizing safety and environmental risks. We specialize in utilization of Emerson DeltaV systems. These systems are used to automate more than 10,000 plants in 135 countries around the world. Our specific focus is to deliver quality results to our regions which includes Missouri, Kansas, Tennessee, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Illinois. Our customers rely on us to solve their toughest challenges. We---re seeking high impact people whose focus and integrity can significantly improve the businesses of our customers. If you are looking for a company that recognizes and rewards your abilities, provides opportunities to advance your career, and fosters an environment to learn and develop Experitec is for you. What Experitec offers: At Experitec, we know our employees are a critical part to our overall success. We care about the wellbeing of each and every employee. No matter what stage of life they---re in, Experitec strives to support and care for each employee with a benefits program tailored to their needs. We pride ourselves on offering a flexible work environment ensuring our employees have the work-life balance they deserve. We believe giving our employees the resources they need to succeed in their personal lives will enable them to reach their peak performance in their professional lives. We have a comprehensive benefits package that grows with the employees including personal time, vacation, paid holidays, major medical, 401K, and vision and dental. Due to being employee owned, we are able to provide a company and individual performance related compensation plan rewarding employees for their contribution and encouraging their long-term commitment. Company Description At Experitec, our team of Employee Owners enable our industrial customers to become more competitive by improving performance and reliability, creating safer places to work, and helping them reach their environmental goals through the innovative use of technology and services.

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