Sempra Services Corporation
PALNG LNG Engineer - I&C - Port Arthur, TX
Sempra Services Corporation, Port Arthur, Texas, United States, 77640
Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically proficient Instrument and Controls (I&C) Engineer to support the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the Port Arthur LNG Facility. This role is responsible for providing technical expertise across all instrumentation, control systems, fire and gas detection, and telecommunications infrastructure. The I&C Engineer will play a key role during commissioning, startup, and the Operate Phase, ensuring that systems perform as designed and are maintained throughout their lifecycle. The ideal candidate will bring experience from complex industrial environments and demonstrate a strong understanding of control system architecture, instrumentation reliability, and lifecycle management. A core focus of this role is to support the development of equipment strategies, manage system obsolescence, and collaborate with vendors to ensure long-term system integrity and performance.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide technical assurance for instrumentation, control systems (DCS, SIS, PLC), fire and gas, and telecom systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and project specifications.
Review EPC contractor deliverables and provide recommendations to ensure systems are safe, fit-for-purpose, and aligned with operational needs.
Actively support commissioning, startup, and Ready for Operations (RFO) activities.
Monitor and troubleshoot field instrumentation and control systems to ensure optimal performance during the Operate Phase.
Develop and maintain equipment strategies that incorporate SIL assessments, regulatory requirements, and manufacturer recommendations.
Support studies to improve system reliability, operability, process safety, and production capacity.
Execute lifecycle management programs for control systems and safety instrumented systems, including inventory tracking, obsolescence planning, spare parts management, and upgrade scheduling.
Plan and support maintenance and testing activities, including software upgrades, ESD testing, and both online and offline system testing.
Review and update I&C documentation, including P&IDs, cause and effect diagrams, and control narratives.
Provide technical support to the Maintenance Team post-commissioning and during steady-state operations.
Collaborate with vendors and contractors to manage technical aspects of I&C systems and ensure effective asset management.
Assist in training and development of technicians and electricians to support safe and effective operations.
Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, or Control Systems Engineering or a related field. Required
Experience
5+ years of experience in instrumentation and control systems within industrial or energy infrastructure environments. Required
Strong knowledge of DCS, SIS, PLC systems, and field instrumentation. Required
Familiarity with SIL assessments, control system lifecycle management, and industry standards. Required
Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and collaboration skills. Required
LNG or large-scale energy project experience is highly desirable. Required
Experience with Emerson DeltaV, Honeywell, or similar control systems. Preferred
Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices for control systems. Preferred
Professional certification in instrumentation or control systems engineering. Preferred
Skills and abilities Strong knowledge related to I&C and Safety Systems used in large-scale facilities. Deep knowledge in operations, control systems, and instrumentation such as BPCS, SIS, Fire and Gas, HIPPS, Anti-surge systems, gas measurement, in-line instrumentation, control valves and ESDVs.
Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of P&ID's, PFD's, controls systems, control systems schematics, control diagrams, control narratives, complex loops, loop diagrams, cause and effects.
Must possess a strong knowledge of the codes and standards used in the LNG industry such as API, BS, ISO, ASME, ANSI, IEC, ISA. Strong knowledge of ANSI/ISA-18.2, Management of Alarm Systems for the Process Industries, and ISA/IEC 61511 Safety Instrumented Systems.
Basic knowledge in Gas Chromatographs, CEMS and Gas Metering Stations.
Strong knowledge of valve sizing and actuator sizing calculations.
Licenses and Certifications Transportation Worker Identification Credentials (TWIC) - Required
Other qualifications Must have the ability to manage multiple assignments with various deadlines and responsibility levels concurrently. Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills to analyze data, identify issues, recommend, develop, and implement solutions.
Work Schedule HYBRID: Work a combination of onsite and remote days each week, typically 4 days per week onsite.
Location Port Arthur LNG-TXPA
Pay Range: The estimated pay range for this job is $125,600.00 - $188,400.00 per year. The actual pay rate will depend on the person\'s qualifications and experience.
Pay Transparency In order to support the Fair Compensation Strategy by the US Government, HR Department uses pay transparency guidelines where required by law.
Benefits and Notes Sempra Infrastructure offers a competitive total rewards package including health and welfare benefits, retirement benefits, life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, and employee assistance programs. The company note also mentions eligibility for an annual performance-based incentive and merit-based recognition.
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Duties and Responsibilities
Provide technical assurance for instrumentation, control systems (DCS, SIS, PLC), fire and gas, and telecom systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and project specifications.
Review EPC contractor deliverables and provide recommendations to ensure systems are safe, fit-for-purpose, and aligned with operational needs.
Actively support commissioning, startup, and Ready for Operations (RFO) activities.
Monitor and troubleshoot field instrumentation and control systems to ensure optimal performance during the Operate Phase.
Develop and maintain equipment strategies that incorporate SIL assessments, regulatory requirements, and manufacturer recommendations.
Support studies to improve system reliability, operability, process safety, and production capacity.
Execute lifecycle management programs for control systems and safety instrumented systems, including inventory tracking, obsolescence planning, spare parts management, and upgrade scheduling.
Plan and support maintenance and testing activities, including software upgrades, ESD testing, and both online and offline system testing.
Review and update I&C documentation, including P&IDs, cause and effect diagrams, and control narratives.
Provide technical support to the Maintenance Team post-commissioning and during steady-state operations.
Collaborate with vendors and contractors to manage technical aspects of I&C systems and ensure effective asset management.
Assist in training and development of technicians and electricians to support safe and effective operations.
Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, or Control Systems Engineering or a related field. Required
Experience
5+ years of experience in instrumentation and control systems within industrial or energy infrastructure environments. Required
Strong knowledge of DCS, SIS, PLC systems, and field instrumentation. Required
Familiarity with SIL assessments, control system lifecycle management, and industry standards. Required
Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and collaboration skills. Required
LNG or large-scale energy project experience is highly desirable. Required
Experience with Emerson DeltaV, Honeywell, or similar control systems. Preferred
Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices for control systems. Preferred
Professional certification in instrumentation or control systems engineering. Preferred
Skills and abilities Strong knowledge related to I&C and Safety Systems used in large-scale facilities. Deep knowledge in operations, control systems, and instrumentation such as BPCS, SIS, Fire and Gas, HIPPS, Anti-surge systems, gas measurement, in-line instrumentation, control valves and ESDVs.
Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of P&ID's, PFD's, controls systems, control systems schematics, control diagrams, control narratives, complex loops, loop diagrams, cause and effects.
Must possess a strong knowledge of the codes and standards used in the LNG industry such as API, BS, ISO, ASME, ANSI, IEC, ISA. Strong knowledge of ANSI/ISA-18.2, Management of Alarm Systems for the Process Industries, and ISA/IEC 61511 Safety Instrumented Systems.
Basic knowledge in Gas Chromatographs, CEMS and Gas Metering Stations.
Strong knowledge of valve sizing and actuator sizing calculations.
Licenses and Certifications Transportation Worker Identification Credentials (TWIC) - Required
Other qualifications Must have the ability to manage multiple assignments with various deadlines and responsibility levels concurrently. Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills to analyze data, identify issues, recommend, develop, and implement solutions.
Work Schedule HYBRID: Work a combination of onsite and remote days each week, typically 4 days per week onsite.
Location Port Arthur LNG-TXPA
Pay Range: The estimated pay range for this job is $125,600.00 - $188,400.00 per year. The actual pay rate will depend on the person\'s qualifications and experience.
Pay Transparency In order to support the Fair Compensation Strategy by the US Government, HR Department uses pay transparency guidelines where required by law.
Benefits and Notes Sempra Infrastructure offers a competitive total rewards package including health and welfare benefits, retirement benefits, life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, and employee assistance programs. The company note also mentions eligibility for an annual performance-based incentive and merit-based recognition.
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