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About the Role
Start your career as an Automation Engineer at Vopak and contribute to social themes such as energy security and energy transition. We offer you a working environment that is safe and pleasant and where equality, diversity and satisfaction are of paramount importance. Ready to develop yourself and make a positive impact? Improve the world and start as an Automation Engineer at Vopak.
Responsibilities
- Leads and supports automation/control systems scope for facility upgrade projects, control systems migration projects, and lifecycle maintenance/upgrades of automation/control systems in a liquids storage terminal setting.
- Provides subject matter expertise for automation/control systems and instrumentation.
- Leads and guides terminals in the execution of automation/process control projects, including project planning, development of technical designs, and functional specifications.
- Maintains the integrity and lifecycle of automation systems at the site.
- Abides by all safety procedures and practices applicable to location and position; participates in appropriate safety training; demonstrates commitment to and support of SH&E principles and values; champions safety as necessary.
- Coordinates all automation technical and engineering matters between the terminal and customer, technical and/or engineering personnel or other stakeholders.
- Ensures SLAs with appropriate technical requirements are in place for automation/control systems and that vendors deliver services in line with scope and quality requirements.
- Responsible for configuration, monitoring, troubleshooting, programming, and hardware/software support of control systems at the terminals.
- Helps develop/prepare Control System Block Diagrams/System Architecture, Network Diagrams, I/O Lists, Junction Box / wiring drawings, plot plans, Instrument Index, Instrument Data Sheets, Range/Alarm/Trip/Shutdown Schedules, Control Narratives, Cause & Effect Matrix, DCS/HMI Screens, Complex Loop Narratives and Hardware/Software/Configuration guides.
- Participates in HAZOP/PHA activities and provides I&C input to achieve required Layers of Protection.
- Conducts regular meetings with operations and maintenance to ensure automation/I&C design work & changes align with terminal operations needs and comply with company and industrial standards.
- Supports P&ID development for I&C scope; maintains P&ID redlining & updates through the course of the initial project, as well as all future projects.
- Prepares control systems scope, specifications, requisitions, proposals, estimates, surveys and designs.
- Pre-selects & pre-qualifies vendors, obtains bids, evaluates bids and supports the procurement process to award contracts.
- Reviews project documents and vendor drawings, specifications, design documents, loop/wiring drawings and test procedures to ensure control system design and installation are consistent with company standards.
- Supports preparation of project scope, justification, cost estimates and return on investment evaluations, and obtains required expenditure approvals.
- Manages and monitors vendor’s progress throughout the project life to ensure facility standards, project scope and schedule are met.
- Prepares and delivers technical and management support presentations and reports as required.
Requirements
- Must possess or be able to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) as required by the Maritime Transportation Security Act.
- Experience with construction, installation, testing and commissioning of control systems.
- Familiarity with major Tank Gauging Systems and associated industry standards is preferred.
- Affinity with IT / OT convergence and OT cybersecurity principles.
- Experience working in the safety-critical industrial environment; strong understanding of health, safety, environmental, and security principles.
- Knowledge of planning and scheduling processes and general project management processes.
- Ability to translate technical plans into easy-to-understand laymen’s terms and communicate such translations in clear terminology.
- Ability to manage complex stakeholder environment.
- Excellent English communication skills, both oral and written; listening skills; experience creating and delivering presentations.
- Willingness to travel up to 20% (travel will mainly be to Vopak terminal in Corpus Christi, TX).
- Ability to respond promptly to emergencies or unexpected calls during off-hours, including nights and weekends.
- Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. The Company will not sponsor immigration or work visas.
Skills
- Automation
- Instrumentation
- Process controls
- Emerson DeltaV DCS
- SIS systems
- Rockwell PLCs hardware and software
- Wonderware
- Toptech
- CCTV
- Industrial automation standards (ISA 88, ISA 95, IEC61511)
- Relevant codes (e.g. NEC)
- Detail oriented
- Results driven
- Problem solving skills
- Negotiation skills
- Stakeholder management / communication skills
- Planning & organizing
- Team player
Location
- Los Angeles (Wilmington, CA)
- Long Beach (San Pedro, CA)
- Corpus Christi, TX
Work Type
- Onsite
- Office environment
- Exposure to outside elements
Experience Level
- 6-8 years’ experience in automation, instrumentation, and process controls in the petrochemical, refining, or oil & gas industries.
- Liquid storage terminal experience is a plus.
Education Level
- 4-year college degree in engineering from an accredited university
- Advanced degree in technical or business field preferred
Salary/Compensations
- $140,000.00 to $170,000.00 per year
Benefits
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Short Term/Long Term Disability Insurance
- Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
- Supplemental Life/AD&D Insurance
- 401(k) Incentive Savings Plan
- Holidays (9 fixed holidays and 2 floating holidays)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off
About the Company
- Vopak is committed to contributing to social themes such as energy security and energy transition.
- The company offers a working environment that is safe, pleasant, and prioritizes equality, diversity, and satisfaction.
Equal Opportunity
- Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities