Principal Process Automation Engineer

PEAK Technical Staffing

Houston, TX

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$78–$100 Per Hour

SKILLS

Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Automation Engineering, Budget Management, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Construction Contracts, Construction Engineering, Construction Support, Consulting, Cost Control, Customer Satisfaction, Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Engineering, Entrepreneurship, Flexible Spending Accounts, Knowledge Base, Multicultural, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, Piping, Process Engineering, Process Improvement, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Project Engineering, Project/Program Management, Proposal Writing, Quality Management, Reporting Skills, Sustainability, System Integration (SI), Team Lead/Manager, Technical/Engineering Design, Willing to Travel

LOCATION

Houston, TX

POSTED

30+ days ago

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Principal Process Automation Engineer
Location: Houston, TX (50% travel)
Status: 12 month contract with potential conversion
Compensation: $80 to $95 per hour DOE
Experience level: 10 years of experience and Honeywell C300

SUMMARY:
The primary purpose of this role is to drive the execution of automation engineering project by leveraging cutting-edge digital, technology, and autonomous solutions across multiple vendor platforms. The consultant will play a pivotal role in delivering innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency, safety, and sustainability in mining, on-shore, or off-shore operations.

Responsibilities

Work with clients to share work and integrate staff on projects for a blended execution team.
Coordinate interfaces with engineering partners, construction contractors, equipment manufacturers, system integrators, and project management as well as technical disciplines including process, civil, structural, piping, mechanical, and electrical.
Assist, and later lead, the preparation of proposals, execution plans, and budgets.
Manage projects through all engineering phases from concept through design and engineering, construction support, and commissioning/validation and handover.
Program and configure PLC and DCS platforms while leading a team for project implementation.
Produce process automation deliverables such as control narratives, cause and effect drawings, Boolean logic diagrams, DCS/SIS/PLC functional specifications, system cabinet layout drawings, wiring diagrams, and system card layout and loading.
Develop and commission complex automation projects.
Communicate complex ideas effectively and produce concise reports and presentations appropriate for all levels.
Take ownership of project success, including delivery of target quality, cost management, and customer satisfaction.
Proactively build a knowledge base of tools and methodologies to drive productivity and growth.
Lead work process improvement initiatives.
Collaborate effectively in a multicultural environment.
Travel as required for various field programs, which can be 25-50% depending on project phase and assignment.

Required Qualifications

Honeywell configuration with specific C300 point configuration and ability to build complex loops and logic.
Ability to travel ~ 50% of the time to site to support above experience.

Preferred Experience:

Rockwell experience programming and configuring Control Logix PLC
Ability to produce process automation deliverables - control narratives, cause and effect dwgs, boolean logic diagrams, DCS / SIS / PLC functional specifications
Produce system cabinet layout dwgs, wiring diagrams, system card layout and loading.

Benefits PEAK's benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Savings Account (DCA), and 401K plan.PEAK believes that taking care of our team is essential for success and we are proud to provide benefits that enhance both your well-being and your future. Additionally, our associates may be eligible for Paid Sick Leave as required by Federal, State, or local laws. Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) PEAK Technical Staffing is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PEAK does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We encourage all individuals to apply. Americans Disabilities Act (ADA) The physical and mental requirements described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Must be able to perform the essential physical functions of the position, including sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, andlifting upto 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidate Privacy To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://peaktechnical.com/privacy-policy/and https://peaktechnical.com/ca-residents-privacy-rights/ AI Recruiting Disclosure We use AI-assisted tools to help review applications and compare your experience to job requirements, but all hiring decisions are made by human recruiters. You may request a human-only process or opt out of automated communication at any time. Required notices and our latest bias audit are available on our website: www.peaktechnical.com/ai-disclosure.

About the Company

PEAK Technical Staffing

For over 50 years, PEAK has excelled in providing comprehensive staffing and workforce solutions. We go beyond traditional staffing to offer a holistic, on-demand workforce model, addressing every facet of your workforce needs.

COMPANY SIZE

500 to 999 employees

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

FOUNDED

1968

WEBSITE

http://www.peaktechnical.com