Automation Engineer

What will you do as an Automation Engineer?

This position will lead and support automation/control systems scope for various facility upgrade projects, control systems migration projects, as well as lifecycle maintenance/upgrades of automation/control systems in a liquids storage terminal setting. The position provides subject matter expertise for automation/control systems and instrumentation. This position leads and guides terminals in the execution of automation/process control projects including project planning activities, development of technical designs and functional specifications. The position also maintains the integrity and lifecycle of the automation systems at the site.

The position is responsible for the following Vopak terminals

• Dear Park, TX
• Corpus Christi, TX

What do we offer you?

• A market-based salary depending on your experience and knowledge and attractive bonuses
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Short Term/Long Term Disability Insurance
• Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Supplemental Life/AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) Incentive Savings Plan
• Holidays (9 fixed holidays and 2 floating holidays)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off

What do we expect from you as an Automation Engineer?

• Must possess or be able to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) as required by the Maritime Transportation Security Act.
• 4-year college degree in engineering from an accredited university
• Advanced degree in technical or business field preferred
• 6-8 years’ experience in automation, instrumentation, and process controls in the petrochemical, refining, or oil & gas industries. Liquid storage terminal experience is a plus.
• Experience with Emerson DeltaV DCS, SIS systems and Rockwell PLCs hardware and software. In addition, Wonderware experience is a plus.
• Experience with construction, installation, testing and commissioning of control systems.
• Knowledge of the Industrial automation standards including ISA 88, ISA 95 and IEC61511, and relevant codes (e.g. NEC)
• Familiarity with major Tank Gauging Systems and associated industry standards is preferred.
• Affinity with IT / OT convergence and OT cybersecurity principles
• Experience working in the safety-critical industrial environment; strong understanding of health, safety, environmental, and security principles
• Knowledge of the business activities and processes in terminal operations preferred
• Knowledge of planning and scheduling processes and general project management processes
• Ability to translate technical plans into easy-to-understand laymen’s terms and communicate such translations in clear terminology
• Ability to manage complex stakeholder environment
• Excellent English communication skills, both oral and written; listening skills; experience creating and delivering presentations.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% (travel will mainly be to Vopak terminal in Corpus Christi, TX)
• Ability to respond promptly to emergencies or unexpected calls during off-hours, including nights and weekends.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. The Company will not sponsor immigration or work visas.

Work Environment

This position requires an employee to be in an office environment as well as exposed to outside elements. Most extreme elements are heat in the summer months of up to 104°F (40°C) and some exposure to cold of generally no less than 15°F (-10°C) in the winter months. There will be exposure to various chemicals and compounds, including fumes and smells, some of them hazardous. The employee may enter confined spaces and work in elevated environments. Employee must be able to wear PPE required by the location. General office noise may be experienced and louder sounds and vibrations when outside. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. All environments are safe with appropriate PPE.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit, speak and hear. The employee is required to stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; the employee may be required, on occasion, to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee may be required to climb ladders/storage tanks up to 50’ in height. The employee may be required to enter confined spaces. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Employee may be required to travel by air, rail, bus, or car.