Controls Engineer IV

CLIENT HIGHLIGHT
The Client you will be working for is a Fortune 100 Oil and Gas Company. This opportunity will give you experience in the energy sector in the United States with a company that is a globally recognized leader in energy production and one of the biggest companies in the US.

LOCATION
Salt Lake City, UT 84054

SCHEDULE
Monday – Friday // 40 hrs/wk

COMPENSATION
$50-$56 per hour

CONTRACT TERM
10-month contract with the high likelihood of extension or conversion to full-time employee

POSITION OVERVIEW - The Controls Engineer IV provides senior-level onsite support for refinery DCS, SIS, and PLC control systems, with a primary focus on Siemens S7 PLC platforms and the H2 unit, ensuring safe, reliable, and compliant operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain and support DCS systems, including:
• System health, history modules, and database integrity
• Server patching, reboots, and system load management
• Graphics, alarms (non-logic), point configuration, and backups
• Support PLC systems (primary Siemens S7; secondary Allen-Bradley), including:
• Logic troubleshooting, updates, and basic configuration changes
• Support SIS systems, including:
• Annual testing coordination
• Lifecycle support and inventory management
• FAT participation and basic logic validation
• Support routine instrument maintenance and troubleshooting
• Troubleshoot and support 3rd party devices (e.g., Woodward, Trisen)
• Maintain and troubleshoot data transfer logic and non-control integrations
• Maintain control system network integrity, including:

o IP address governance for DCS/SIS/PLC systems

o Server and application node support (including reboots)

o Thin client and wireless I/O support

• Maintain control system network integrity, including:

o IP address governance for DCS/SIS/PLC systems

o Server and application node support (including reboots)

o Thin client and wireless I/O support

• Support control system lifecycle activities, including upgrades, obsolescence management, and reliability improvements
• Execute minor control system changes, including:
• Basic control implementations (e.g., pumps, MOVs)
• Functional testing and validation
• Provide on-call support as required to ensure system reliability and rapid response to operational issues
• Execution of assigned system support, troubleshooting, and change activities
• Timely completion of control system updates and issue resolution
• Routine reporting (alarm metrics, system status, etc.)
• Documentation of all changes in accordance with COMPANY procedures
• Coordination with COMPANY personnel to prioritize and execute work

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS

• 8-10 years of experience
• Experience with Siemens S7 PLC systems
• Experience supporting refinery or industrial DCS/SIS/PLC environments

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS

• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLC systems
• Familiarity with process safety and MOC processes