DCS Systems Engineer - Anacortes WA

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Washington, United States of America

Job Family Group:

Discipline Engineering

Worker Type:

Regular

Posting Start Date:

December 10, 2020

Business unit:

Downstream

Experience Level:

Experienced Professionals

Job Description:

Position Purpose

The DCS Systems Engineer is responsible for providing Control & Automation DCS engineering support to projects and operations, including maintenance, inspection, and turnaround. Proactively interacting with other disciplines, teams, subfunctions and contractors to systematically resolve problems and applying basic engineering judgement to deliver integrated, pragmatic solutions focused on risk management, operating efficiency, defect elimination and standardization.

This position works in tandem with a Control Systems Administrator & Process Control Domain (PCD) IT Security engineer to support the DCS & PCD. This position is part of a the Process Control, Instrumentation, and Systems department supporting the Puget Sound Refinery Operations.

This role is going to be accountable of the following:


Ensure continuous, safe operation of Distributed Control System (DCS).
Responsible for the maintenance and configuration of DCS to provide high availability of all control system components.
Coordinate DCS troubleshooting activities.
Coach and/or train personnel in the technical aspects of PCD IT Security.
Monitor system and control system components.
Perform routine system maintenance and modifications (e.g. back-ups, file maintenance, system performance tuning, system software upgrades) to minimize downtime and loss of information.
Configure basic control scheme and logic.
Effectively plan, manage and coordinate multiple projects in a dynamic environment with numerous and complex stakeholder groups and execute on-time and on budget.
Evaluate and provide guidance /support for deployment of new technology in new applications and their impact on PCD resilience.
Participate in MOC changes and alarm management activities.
Contribute by identifying ways to leverage control system to maximize unit safety and productivity.
Perform risk assessments and technical assurance evaluations of process control environments against the applicable standards.
Develop, design and implement system improvements.
Develop and maintain a system recovery plan.
Support other systems as needed (e.g. data historian, GE MarkVIe, Analyzers, PCN).


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.
Associates Degree in a technical background is preferred.
At least five (5) years related experience in Manufacturing or similar facility.
Work independently and maintain a productive and disciplined management and delivery approach.
Hands on experience working with DCS hardware and software, PLC's and data historians.
Good troubleshooting ability.
Prior hands-on experience working with multiple disciplines (e.g. Operations, Technical, Maintenance).
Basic understanding of chemical and utility processes.
Knowledge of the following tools and systems:
Honeywell Experion
Honeywell TDC 3000
Knowledge of the following is good to have:
Triconex SIS
DCS Upgrades
OSI PI Data Historian and Plant State Suite
Graphics development.
Working knowledge of networks and computers/servers.
Working knowledge of instruments and analyzers.
This job supports a 24/7 Operation. It is expected that emergency support to the refinery will be needed outside of typical work hours. Additionally, during concerted project execution, more hours may be necessary.


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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According to the United Nations, the global population could increase to more than 10 billion people. A key role for society – and for Shell – is to find ways to meet the growing demand for energy, with less carbon emissions. We need people who dare to think differently – to take part in developing tomorrow’s energy solutions today.

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