Commissioning Instrument & Controls Engineer
| Company | Air Products |
|---|---|
| Location | Houston, TX, USA, Allentown, PA, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Expert or higher |
Requirements
- Engineering degree or equivalent experience
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in process automation, particularly in chemical/refinery/gas plant maintenance/inspection/engineering
- At least 10 years of hands-on Instrument & Controls Engineering experience in gas, petrochemical, or related industries
- Experience in Air Separation, HYCO (SMR and POX), Ammonia, and CO2 facility commissioning is a plus
- Proven technical and practical problem-solving skills with a good business sense
- Demonstrated leadership, interpersonal, teamwork, and decision-making skills, with clear and effective communication abilities
- Strong oral and written skills, with the ability to communicate commissioning activities to the Commissioning management team daily
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and a working knowledge of Completions/Turnover package systems is an advantage
- Ability to read single-line drawings, P&IDs, ladder logic, wiring schematics, and other technical documentation
- Troubleshooting and maintenance knowledge of Siemens PCS7 Distributed Control System (DCS) is required, with additional programming proficiency in Siemens PCS7, Step7, and WinCC being a plus
- Hands-on ability to configure, calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair various plant process instrumentation
- Fundamental understanding of computer networks is desirable
- Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with logical and systematic thinking
- Knowledge and understanding of principles such as Safety Integrity Level (SIL), Safety Instrumented System (SIS), Safety Instrumented Function (SIF), and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)
- Hands-on knowledge of construction and commissioning tools, process plant instrumentation, test and calibration equipment, control systems, analyzers, control and switch valves, fabrication and wiring of instrumentation equipment
- Experience with high and low voltage systems, including troubleshooting and repair of motors, transformers, gas circuit breakers, solenoids, switches, and relays
- Knowledgeable in IT infrastructure with the ability to troubleshoot and communicate level 1 and level 2 issues
- Experience in commissioning and startup support, project work, plant operations, and maintenance efforts
- Understanding of local environmental and health and safety requirements
- Familiarity with vendor contracts and shop support in the region is desirable
Responsibilities
- Lead Instrument/Controls commissioning and startup, including troubleshooting, maintenance, and Critical Safety Circuit (CSC) validations
- Review and develop Inspection Test Reports (ITRs) and track punch items
- Perform Safety Integrity Level (SIL) assessments and ensure quality assurance during construction and commissioning
- Collaborate with Process Engineering to improve operating and control strategies
- Provide technical support for new installations, modifications, and maintenance, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards
- Lead investigations and implement corrective actions for safety and reliability issues
- Supervise contractors and ensure adherence to safety and reliability standards
- Provide and maintain a safe work environment, demonstrating leadership with all company and industry safe work processes to prevent all injuries
- Complete hands-on Instrument & Controls commissioning and startup activities including troubleshooting, maintenance, repair, and test activities
- Provide Instrument & Controls support during the commissioning of the plants, maintaining accurate document control and monitoring quality assurance initiatives to uphold the history going forward
- Lead Instrument & Controls commissioning and startup efforts to ensure safety, reliability, and maintainability of the Instrument & Controls equipment
- Complete Critical Safety Circuit (CSC) validations for the units being commissioned
- Review and develop Inspection Test Reports (ITRs), using a completions tool to track punch items and progress
- Perform Safety Integrity Level (SIL) assessments and verification
- Offer engineering support and prepare punch lists during the construction and commissioning phases, ensuring accurate document control and quality assurance initiatives
- Collaborate with Process Engineering to identify gaps and scope of improvements in operating and control strategies to achieve productivity targets
- Ensure availability and record-keeping of the most updated detailed engineering specifications for the procurement of Instrument & Controls systems components and equipment
- Assist with engineering input for the development and maintenance of Instrument & Controls systems and equipment standards, procedures, inspection contracts, and guidelines for selecting contractors
- Provide technical support for new installations, plant modifications, operations, and maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and Air Products’ safety and technical standards
- Provide technical support and safety leadership for Management of Change (MOC), Operational Hazard Reviews (OPHR), and other safety-related initiatives
- Lead investigations and Root Cause Analysis to identify and implement sustainable corrective actions
- Ensure the safety of all personnel onsite by applying the Air Products Basic Safety Practice program, which includes Safety Work Permits, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Confined Space, etc., contributing to building the Air Products safety culture
- Understand Environmental Regulatory requirements
- Support Instrument & Controls construction and commissioning activities
- Ensure that Air Products meets the standards for EH&S, productivity, reliability, quality, and customer services
- Monitor and complete preventative and corrective maintenance activities for Instrument & Controls equipment commissioning to achieve safety and reliability targets
- Maintain equipment commissioning document integrity through accurate technical reports
- Supervise and assist Instrument & Controls contractors with site-related activities, ensuring the safety and reliability philosophy is followed
- Take charge of the commissioning technician and engineering teams, addressing issues and completing cost-effective solutions to meet project objectives regarding safety, reliability, product quality, and flexibility in product supply
- Facilitate operations excellence and customer satisfaction through commissioning productivity, reliability, quality, and cost-reduction efforts
- Provide Instrument & Controls commissioning support, participate in incident investigations, and conduct Root Cause Analysis to implement sustainable corrective actions
- Exhibit exceptional organizational, planning, interpersonal, and communication skills, establishing credibility and respect across the organization
- Collaborate closely with the commissioning team and engineering to ensure alignment with project objectives
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), SCADA, and IT infrastructure is desirable
- Experience in commissioning and startup support, project work, plant operations, and maintenance efforts
- Fundamental understanding of computer networks is desirable
- Familiarity with vendor contracts and shop support in the region is desirable