Wood
Automation Technical Professional – DCS/SIS
Wood is currently recruiting for a Senior Automation Technical Professional with a strong background in Honeywell DCS and Safety Manager SIS to be based at our client in Wood River, Illinois.
The Role Participate in designing and implementing automation systems for oil & gas and process industry projects, engaging in all project phases from front‑end engineering to commissioning. Support site surveys, FATs, SATs, and commissioning activities, while reviewing project schedules and cost estimates. Assist procurement with vendor lists, requisitions, and technical evaluations, and travel to customer locations for project implementation (25%).
What We Can Offer
Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across oil & gas and process industry projects
Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs. Hybrid in Wood River, Illinois.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market.
Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle
Commitment to continued professional development through development plans tailored to individual needs and interests
Global connections with leading industry experts around the world who are shaping the standards of our profession
Typical Responsibilities
Participate in Automation Engineering projects for the design and implementation of automation systems for oil & gas and process industry projects.
Engage in all phases of automation projects, front‑end engineering through detailed design, procurement, configuration, implementation, startup, and commissioning in areas such as DCS configuration, SCADA, HMI, SIS/FGS PLC programming and interfacing, architecture and networking, and specification development.
Attend and support site surveys, Factory Acceptance Test (FATs), Site Acceptance Test (SATs) and commissioning activities for delivered systems.
Review, comment, and provide input on the project schedule and project cost estimate.
Support procurement with vendors lists development, requisition development, technical bid tabulations and clarifications, purchase recommendations, monitor progress and maintain communication with vendors as required.
Travel expected to customer locations for project implementation (25%).
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree is required, preferably in Chemical Engineering, Electrical, Computers/Systems, or Mechatronics.
Must have between 10‑ and 15‑years’ Automation experience.
Experience with an operating company, systems vendor, or engineering services provider for the onshore or offshore oil & gas and/or energy industry is preferred.
At least 10 years of demonstrated experience in Distributed Control Systems (DCS) hardware, network architecture, integration, configuration and programming, industrial protocols, HMI Graphics and databases, and SCADA System configuration and installations.
Hands‑on experience with Honeywell Experion/TDC DCS or FSC/SM.
Experience with PLC platforms (Allen Bradley PLC, etc.) is a plus.
Demonstrated proficient knowledge of relational databases, application interfaces, and Human Machine Interface design and implementation.
Strong background and direct experience with multiple systems platforms, operating systems and the interactions between systems, system hardware and architecture.
Proficient knowledge of P&IDs and instrumentation/control equipment.
Knowledge of MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Access, MS Teams, etc.).
Strong written and verbal communication skills; must be able to communicate effectively with coworkers, clients, and vendors.
Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Wood, now or in the future.
About Us Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people.
Diversity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
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The Role Participate in designing and implementing automation systems for oil & gas and process industry projects, engaging in all project phases from front‑end engineering to commissioning. Support site surveys, FATs, SATs, and commissioning activities, while reviewing project schedules and cost estimates. Assist procurement with vendor lists, requisitions, and technical evaluations, and travel to customer locations for project implementation (25%).
What We Can Offer
Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across oil & gas and process industry projects
Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs. Hybrid in Wood River, Illinois.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market.
Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle
Commitment to continued professional development through development plans tailored to individual needs and interests
Global connections with leading industry experts around the world who are shaping the standards of our profession
Typical Responsibilities
Participate in Automation Engineering projects for the design and implementation of automation systems for oil & gas and process industry projects.
Engage in all phases of automation projects, front‑end engineering through detailed design, procurement, configuration, implementation, startup, and commissioning in areas such as DCS configuration, SCADA, HMI, SIS/FGS PLC programming and interfacing, architecture and networking, and specification development.
Attend and support site surveys, Factory Acceptance Test (FATs), Site Acceptance Test (SATs) and commissioning activities for delivered systems.
Review, comment, and provide input on the project schedule and project cost estimate.
Support procurement with vendors lists development, requisition development, technical bid tabulations and clarifications, purchase recommendations, monitor progress and maintain communication with vendors as required.
Travel expected to customer locations for project implementation (25%).
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree is required, preferably in Chemical Engineering, Electrical, Computers/Systems, or Mechatronics.
Must have between 10‑ and 15‑years’ Automation experience.
Experience with an operating company, systems vendor, or engineering services provider for the onshore or offshore oil & gas and/or energy industry is preferred.
At least 10 years of demonstrated experience in Distributed Control Systems (DCS) hardware, network architecture, integration, configuration and programming, industrial protocols, HMI Graphics and databases, and SCADA System configuration and installations.
Hands‑on experience with Honeywell Experion/TDC DCS or FSC/SM.
Experience with PLC platforms (Allen Bradley PLC, etc.) is a plus.
Demonstrated proficient knowledge of relational databases, application interfaces, and Human Machine Interface design and implementation.
Strong background and direct experience with multiple systems platforms, operating systems and the interactions between systems, system hardware and architecture.
Proficient knowledge of P&IDs and instrumentation/control equipment.
Knowledge of MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Access, MS Teams, etc.).
Strong written and verbal communication skills; must be able to communicate effectively with coworkers, clients, and vendors.
Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Wood, now or in the future.
About Us Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people.
Diversity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
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