Automation Specialist

Automation Specialist (PLC/DCS)

Triad Control Systems

Deer Park, Texas

Triad Control Systems, part of The Newtron Group, is seeking a team-oriented professionals with hands-on knowledge of Distributive Control Systems (DCS) and Process Logic Control Systems (PLC), Specifically configuration, graphics, system architecture, and logic programming of plant control systems.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• The Automation Specialist performs a wide range of duties, including the following:
• Responsible for design, specification, selection, and services relating to control systems including basic process control systems, safety systems, communications, etc.
• Candidate will plan, budget, organize and control an important segment of a typical automation project
• Responsible to assist with control philosophy and/or functional descriptions
• Communicate project status and progress to project manager for inclusion into reports to client.
• Responsible for quality of the control system portion of the project.
• Field commissioning and troubleshooting of the entire system.
• May be required to respond to client requests both remote and onsite for troubleshooting of control systems and field instrumentation.
• Seek out opportunities for additional work from existing and new clients.
• Maintain a focus on safety by adhering to all Triad Control Systems, client and industry safety standards.

Requirements

• The Automation Specialist requirements include, but are not limited to, the following
• 5+ years of control system engineering experience related to Allen-Bradley PLCs, Allen-Bradley PanelView, and Wonderware are required
• Hands-on configuration experience using Emerson DeltaV
• Ability to troubleshoot issues with field instrumentation.
• Configuration experience with other PLC, HMI, DCS, or SIS systems is a plus
• Demonstrated experience in technical execution on both FEL/FEED and EPC projects in the chemical and petrochemical industry
• Knowledge of Microsoft software products is required

Bonus Areas of Interest:

• Cybersecurity.
• SIS/TUV Certification.
• Scripting / Advanced Automation tools.
• Use of AI platforms in engineering workflows.

Additional Expectations:

• Approximately 25% travel.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

If you’re passionate about control systems, enjoy continuous learning, and want to be part of a collaborative automation team, we’d love to hear from you.