Process Controls System Project Manager

About the role

Large Industries provides our customers with industrial gas and energy solutions that are vital to their own industrial production. We own and operate over 2,000 miles of industrial gas pipelines in the U.S. supplying mainly oxygen, nitrogen, hydrogen and syngas in large quantities from multiple production sources to major customers in the chemicals, petrochemicals, refining and steel industries.

Our pipeline operations and industrial gas production facilities are closely monitored 24/7 within our leading-edge operations control center located in Houston, Texas. Our operations control group monitors over 89,000 data points and assists with product supply and coordination.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative.

Responsibilities

• Lead the estimating, planning, execution, and schedule/cost management of Class I, II, and III Distributed Control System (DCS) Upgrade projects, with budgets ranging from $250k to $8MM.
• Create scope of work documents and lead the bid process to select 3rd party contractors.
• Manage and direct 3rd party contractors for the successful execution of control system projects.
• Actively coordinate and manage the Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) for all control system projects.
• Liaise with the Engineering & Construction department to ensure control system projects are delivered to plants in accordance with specified standards.
• Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to ensure control system designs adhere to all applicable standards and closely manage the incorporation of upgrade program standards.
• Coordinate with multiple disciplines, including Corporate OT, Electrical, Plant Operations, and Instrumentation teams, to ensure comprehensive project coverage during upgrades.
• Apply knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC), OSHA, and ISA standards, along with a general understanding of the mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and control systems utilized in Air Liquide technologies.
• Read, interpret, and mark up Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), and perform basic process calculations.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering is required.
• Licensure: Professional Engineer (PE) registration is desirable.
• Certification: Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification is required, or the candidate must be willing to obtain certification within 18 to 24 months of hire.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in control system project management or control systems engineering, encompassing full project lifecycle responsibilities.

Skills

• Technical Proficiency: Basic knowledge of leading industrial DCS systems is desired, with knowledge of one or more of the following: Emerson DeltaV, Foxboro IA, Rockwell, Yokogawa Centum.
• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with ASU and SMR technology process control and the latest technology trends in the field is beneficial.
• IT Skills: Basic understanding of the industrial IT domain, including security and interface protocols.
• Software: Advanced skills with the Google Suite of tools (Gemini (AI), Docs, Sheets, Slides, Gmail, etc.).
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical skills, excellent organization and attention to detail, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive Family Benefits: Air Liquide offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.

Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.

Early Access: Your benefits start on the first day of employment.

Working Conditions

Ability to work in a plant setting, including performing walkdowns and project execution, which requires the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Ability to understand, perform, and retain various job-related training, operational, and safety protocols.

Willingness to travel domestically up to 60%.