Subsea Software Engineer - Controls & Automation PLC

Company: Proserv
Location: Houston
Posted on: June 25, 2022

Job Description:

We have a great opportunity to join our growing business in Sommermeyer, Houston.Reporting directly to the Electrical & Software Engineering Supervisor, you would be responsible for the design and implementation of electrical/electronic automation systems including software SCADA and PLC/RTU controller software solutions for the Subsea Control System (SCS). Additional responsibilities include supporting electrical/electronic project engineers in design of electrical power and communication subsystems of the Subsea Control System to include but not limited to, Master Control Stations (MCS), Electrical Power Units (EPU), modem racks, Hydraulic Power Units (HPU), and subsea data acquisition systems for offshore facilities; as well as supporting Surface Production Equipment (SPE) and Drilling Control System (DCS) projects.Qualifications & Education

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering Technology or a related fieldSkills & Experience
  • Electrical instrumentation and software (applications level) engineering background.
  • 1 - 2 years Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and Human Machine Interface (HMI) programming experience.
  • Offshore (topside/subsea) oil and gas experience preferred.
  • Proven track record in an automation design/build related environment.
  • Knowledge and understanding of software development practices including documentation, equipment SCADA/PLC/RTU programming/design, and electrical/electronic equipment design and application.
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Knowledge of automation systems (including communication equipment selection/installation); electrical system design (including motor control and low voltage instrument panels); Allen-Bradley, Citect and Wonderware software packages; C, C++, VB programming and web design tools; and design/manufacture of Safety Integrity Level (SIL) rated equipment.
  • Aptitude for electro/mechanical systems and equipment.
  • Must have the ability to obtain Offshore Water Survival certification (either HUET or BOSIET) and Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).Demonstrated Skills
    • Commercial Awareness: Decision making, effective negotiation, and understanding of business objectives.
    • Effective Engineering Procurement: Effective vendor selection/management and timely execution of Purchase Orders (PO) to support assigned projects.
    • Initiative: Strategic thinking and problem solving.
    • Multi-tasking: Must be able to coordinate several tasks at the same time.
    • Workplace Flexibility: Willingness to travel at short notice and for extended periods of time, including offshore and/or out-of-state locations for up to three (3) weeks at a time.Preferred
      • One (1) to two (2) years Subsea Control System (SCS) experience.
      • Advanced knowledge of upstream oil and gas instrumentation and surveillance systems.
      • Advanced knowledge of electrical power and signal distribution
      • Advanced knowledge of Modbus and Ethernet TCP protocolsClosing Date for Applications is Friday 24th June 2022.

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