Project Control Systems Engineer - Anacortes WA

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Washington, United States of America

Job Family Group:

Discipline Engineering

Worker Type:

Regular

Posting Start Date:

April 15, 2021

Business unit:

Downstream

Experience Level:

Experienced Professionals

Job Description:

The Projects Control Systems Engineer is expected to flex between two roles: Control Systems support to the Projects Department, and Process Control support to refinery operational activities.

In their role as CSE-Projects (50-75% of job), they are responsible for engineering and technical assurance of the process control, automation, instrumentation, and related technology aspects of projects implemented in the operating units.


Provides technical leadership during project design and execution in coordination with discipline leads.
Provides assurance of implementation of company and site standards for instrumentation and control systems for projects.
Able to provide design of DCS, PLC, SIS, and other control systems to integrate seamlessly with the installed base at the site.
Ensures control systems comply with applicable corporate, industry, and legally mandated standards of design, safety, and environmental protection.
Applies functional working knowledge of: Control systems applications and hardware, refining Process operation and theory, Honeywell Experion DCS and legacy DCS, Safety Instrumented Functions (SIF), General & Specialty Field Instrumentation, Online Analyzers, Alarm Management Processes, PLC's, history systems, and Information Systems.
Collaborates with site run & maintain CSEs to assure awareness and to assure compatibility with installed systems
Embrace new technology; Ability to explain new technology and changes to stake holders taking into account stake holder knowledge level, together with ability to incorporate feedback and system limitations
Works towards solutions that demonstrate value vs cost without compromising personal safety, process safety, or the environment
Works with Project Engineers/Managers to:
Integrate control system design with the project process, meeting schedules and milestones for the different phases of the project.
Establish realistic schedules and cost estimates for control system work for projects and then executes to meet cost and schedule targets.
Define project goals well during early design to avoid scope, schedule, or budget changes later.
Provide regular feedback to site and provide timely warnings if risks of budget and/or schedule exceedance are increasing.
Works with control system and instrumentation contractors and holds them accountable for quality work, cost control, and adherence to project scope as well as Health/Safety/Environmental Responsibilities.


In their role supporting Process Control (25-50% of job), they are responsible for supporting day-to-day needs of one or more running units, and/or backfilling other Process Control Engineers who are temporarily unavailable. This will include activities such as:


Monitors process control performance for the unit including Base Layer controller uptime, Advanced Process Controller (APC) uptime against targets with application such as MDPro. Develops and implements improvement plans.
Assists in process control Technical Assurance for module management of change (MOC).
Re-evaluates control approaches and performance due to changes in plant operating conditions.
Manages fluctuating priorities dependent on current needs of active projects and MOCs.
Maintains proper documentation for the process control systems (control loops, tuning spreadsheet, CSE change log, etc.).
Works with Production to ensure operating technicians, support engineers (process, control), inspectors, and production leadership understand function, capability, and limitations of base layer controls and control systems.
Supports control systems engineering activities during Execute and Operate phase in support of plant projects in assigned module.
Understands Production priorities, work plans, procedures and goals, and how they fit with overall site plans, strategies and goals and offers guidance.
Provides support as required for Core work processes to Provide Asset Availability and Make Product, Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM), Ensure Safe Production (ESP), Turnarounds (TA), Mitigate Threats to Availability (MTA), Greenhouse Gas and Energy Management (GHGEM); Management of Change (MOC), Perform Hydrocarbon and energy accounting (PHEA).
Follows applicable standards, Shell approved technologies, procedures (DEPs, DSM, EFAs, TAMAP, local procedures/policies).
Maintains consistency across all plant areas in implementing Shell Honeywell MAC toolkit implementation.


Dimensions

The Project CSE is part of the technical support structure at the refinery and must collaborate effectively with people from many backgrounds and perspectives. Technical Leadership requires personal integrity, confidence with humility, and transparency. PSR values people that want to perform at the highest level to improve themselves, the people around them, and the business.

Skills & Requirements

What we need from you -


Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer.
BS/MS in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science or related field is preferred.
At least five (5) years related experience in instrumentation, process automation, and/or controls experience.
Awareness of DCS platforms, especially Honeywell LCN and Honeywell Experion, is required.
Awareness of SIS and Instrumented Safety Systems is a plus.
Experience in all phases of project execution from development to close out.
Awareness of how to apply corporate policies and industry standards.
Demonstrated analytical and decision-making skills.
Able to work effectively with diverse groups and to manage shifting and sometimes conflicting priorities.
Good organizational and planning skills (able to manage multiple, diverse tasks simultaneously and independently).
Good communication skills (Oral/Written).


Additional Information

Managing and making measurable progress on numerous active changes and/or projects (multi-tasking).

Managing fluctuating priorities dependent on current needs of customers and department, while making progress on longer-term / less urgent goals.

Company description

Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemical companies with about 84,000 employees across more than 70 countries. We aim to meet the world’s growing need for more and cleaner energy solutions in ways that are economically, environmentally and socially responsible. We have expertise in exploration, production, refining and marketing of oil and natural gas, and the manufacturing and marketing of chemicals.

As a global energy company operating in a challenging world, we set high standards of performance and ethical behaviors. We are judged by how we act and how we live up to our core values of honesty, integrity and respect for people. Our Business Principles are based on these. They promote trust, openness, teamwork and professionalism, as well as pride in what we do and how we conduct business.

Building on our core values, we aspire to sustain a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels respected and valued, from our employees to our customers and partners. A diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment are vital to our success, leading to greater innovation and better energy solutions.

An innovative place to work

There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell. Everyone here is helping solve one of the biggest challenges facing the world today: bringing the benefits of energy to everyone on the planet, whilst managing the risks of climate change.

Join us and you’ll add your talent and imagination to a business with the power to shape the future – whether by investing in renewables, exploring new ways to store energy or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently.

A rewarding place to work

Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.

We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.

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