Control Systems Engineer at Motiva Enterprises LLC in Port Arthur, Texas

Job Description:

At Motiva, our employees' energy, passion, and dedication to excellence are what make us who we are and what allows us to generate energy that makes a house a home, gets us from point A to point B, and enables our health and wellbeing. We invest in every aspect of our employees' lives because, at Motiva, our people matter.


Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Motiva refines, distributes and markets petroleum products throughout the Americas. The company's Port Arthur Manufacturing Complex in Port Arthur, TX, is comprised of North America's largest refinery with a total throughput of 720,000 barrels per day, the world's second largest base oil plant, and an integrated chemical plant. Under exclusive long-term brand licenses with Shell and Phillips 66 (for the 76® brand), Motiva's commercial operations supply more than 12 billion gallons of fuel to customers annually. Motiva is wholly owned by Aramco, one of the world's largest integrated energy and chemicals companies.



Position Overview:



The Control Systems Engineer (CSE) designs, implements, and maintains automated control systems (process control/SIS/Analytical) and instrumentation for various plant processes and operations. The CSE ensures smooth operation of equipment and optimal production efficiency while adhering to safety and environmental regulations and standards. This role designs control algorithms, troubleshoots system issues, performs upgrades, and collaborates with other engineers and operators to enhance overall production and process performance.



Responsibilities:

• Provide control system & instrumentation engineering support across various systems and production areas.


• Monitor control systems performance trends to identify issues impacting equipment reliability and production.


• Collaborate on design of control processes tailored to specific system elements or processes.


• Perform ongoing maintenance of control systems including software updates, system backups, hardware replacements and troubleshooting of system issues.


• Analyze data collected from sensors and control systems to identify trends, detect anomalies, and diagnose performance issues.


• Provide timely input to turnaround planning, documents, scope of work and plans for execution.


• Provide active support during turnaround, execution, and startup activities.


• Confirm instrument equipment is installed in accordance with Motiva standards, industry standards, and national electric codes.


• Ensure full compliance with HSSE and technical standards/procedures.


• Assess and identify training needs for new control equipment, developing and delivering information sessions as required.

Experience and Qualifications:




Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Electrical Engineering


• 3+ years of related controls and instrumentation work experience


• Skilled in base layer control and instrumentation (HART, Distributed Control Systems, Programmable Logic Controllers, etc.)


• Knowledge of Safety Instrumented Systems

Preferred Education and Experience:

• 5+ years of related controls and instrumentation work experience


• Knowledge of refining and/or chemical processes


• Skilled in control algorithm implementation for DeltaV DCS Platforms, PLC applications, and miscellaneous control hardware

Physical Requirements:

• Physical ability to work around and on industrial equipment, including frequent climbing of stairs and ladders


• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in designated areas (respirator, hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, heeled boots, and hearing protection)

We reserve the right to amend or withdraw Motiva jobs at any time, including prior to the closing date. Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level and/or grade.


Applicants for regular U.S. positions must be authorized to work in the United States for Motiva Enterprises LLC without the need for sponsorship of an immigration authorization or visa (for example, TN, H-1B, or other employment-based immigration authorization or visa).


Motiva participates in E-Verify.


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status under federal, state, or local laws. Apply Now