Staff Controls Engineer (Projects)

Job ID: 113934

Location: Houston, Texas [On-Site]

Category: Core-Engineering

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Date Added: 11/06/2026

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Role Summary

The Staff Controls Engineer (Projects) designs, implements, and supports process control systems and related projects for plant and pipeline facilities. This senior-level role provides technical leadership across process control, instrumentation, measurement technologies, safety systems, and control system upgrades. The position supports project scope development, engineering standards, operational training, and technical guidance for complex control and safety applications. The role also mentors less experienced engineers and collaborates with operations, contractors, and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design and install process control systems and related project solutions.
• Provide engineering and technical support for process control, instrumentation, and measurement technologies.
• Provide technical guidance for recommendations developed through Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA).
• Facilitate Safety Integrity Level (SIL) analyses.
• Lead the design of control system, Burner Management System, and shutdown system upgrades.
• Support the development of process control project scopes and cost estimates.
• Develop and maintain standards, specifications, design details, maintenance procedures, and project documentation.
• Support plant and pipeline engineering projects involving control systems, electrical and instrumentation design, and relay logic.
• Participate in operational training related to process control and safety systems.
• Mentor less experienced engineers and collaborate effectively with operations, contractors, and other organizational levels.

Qualifications

• Relevant education, training, certifications, or equivalent practical experience.
• At least 15 years of experience implementing process control systems and performing instrumentation and electrical-related functions for plant and pipeline facilities.
• Expert knowledge of industry standards, documentation practices, regulatory control, loop tuning, safety systems, DCS, and PLC configuration.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical and instrumentation design, including relay logic.
• Extensive knowledge of HAZOP, LOPA, and SIL analysis.
• Expert knowledge of recognized safety systems, Burner Management Systems, related equipment, and implementation practices.
• Experience with ICS Triplex, Honeywell, Triconex, and Allen Bradley PLC systems preferred.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a self-starter.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with operations teams, contractors, and stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Ability to perform light work, occasionally lift at least 20 pounds, climb a ladder, and reach overhead, stoop, bend, and twist while working.

Publishing Pay Range: $150,000.00 - $160,000.00 annually

This position is based in office and requires employee to work on-site.

About GDH:

At GDH, we believe in the power of people and the importance of caring. Our culture statement, "We care about people," isn't just a tagline - it's the core of everything we do. GDH is a premier staffing and talent solutions company dedicated to helping businesses find the best talent and assisting job seekers in finding their dream jobs.

Who We Are:

GDH, founded in 2001, has grown into a leader in providing staffing solutions across various industries. We specialize in IT across several sectors, connecting top talent with leading enterprises. As a Best of Staffing firm recognized for excellence in client, employee, talent, and women's services, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and service.

GDH Benefits

GDH offers a range of employee benefits that are designed to promote well-being and help maintain a healthy work-life balance. These comprehensive benefits cover various aspects of an employee's life and aim to enhance their overall experience with the company. Our health benefits include three medical insurance options with access to KISx Card, Zero Card, and HealthJoy concierge services. Other plan offerings include dental, vision, life, disability, supplemental insurance, and pet insurance plans. Enjoy additional perks like holiday pay, 401(k) plan, direct deposit, an employee referral program, work-life balance benefits, a Wellbeats membership, a discounted gym membership program, and more! For more detailed information on benefits, please go to GDH's website under the tab for candidates.

GDH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Applicants with disabilities who require an accommodation or assistance in applying and/or for interviewing, please contact our HR Department.

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