Senior Automation Specialist

DEG engineering Inc is a privately owned and operated engineering consulting firm specializing in Instrumentation, Controls, and Electrical Engineering. With our tagline "Engineering Made Simple," we break down complex problems to basic elements and deliver custom-tailored solutions across North America. Operating 24/7 from our Calgary headquarters with expansion in our Dallas office, we maintain an 85% client retention rate serving primarily the oil and gas industry.

We are seeking an experienced Automation Engineers to join our team of professionals. You'll work on diverse projects for major clients in the Oil and Gas Industry, contributing to our vendor-neutral approach while handling everything from MOC (Management of Change) to Capital Projects.

• Design and engineer Control Systems, System Integration, Shutdown Keys, Control Philosophies, and P&IDs
• Program, commission, and startup projects using multiple PLC and DCS platforms
• Work on projects ranging from MOC (Management of Change) to Capital Projects for major clients in the Oil and Gas Industry
• Create advanced PID control tuning and loop optimization strategies
• Develop Functional Design Specifications (FDS) and Control Narratives
• Conduct Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
• Collaborate on typical 3-4 month project cycles with project teams of 1-2 professionals
• Maintain our commitment to "ZERO LOSSES" in Health, Safety, and Environment

Control System Platforms:

PLC Programming:Rockwell Automation (RSLogix 5000/Studio 5000), Siemens (TIA Portal, Step
7), Schneider Electric (Unity Pro/Eco Struxure), GE (Proficy Machine Edition)

DCS Platforms:Emerson Delta

V, Honeywell Experion, Yokogawa CENTUM, ABB 800xA

Safety Systems:Triconex Tristation, Honeywell Safety Manager, HIMA

HMI/SCADA Systems:

Wonderware InTouch/System Platform, Ignition, Factory Talk View, GE iFIX/Cimplicity, WinCC

Programming

Languages:

Ladder Logic, Function Block Diagram (FBD), Structured Text, Sequential Function Chart (SFC)

Industrial Communications:

Modbus, Profibus, Profinet, Ether Net/IP, Device Net, HART, OPC UA

Bachelor's degree in Controls, Electrical, Chemical, or related Engineering discipline

APEGA registration required (or ability to obtain within specified timeframe)

3+ years of experience in controls engineering, preferably in oil and gas

Strong knowledge of process automation concepts (batch, continuous, discrete manufacturing)

Experience with alarm management, interlock systems, and Safety Integrity Levels (SIL)

Understanding of IEC 61511, ISA, NFPA, NEC standards

Excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis skills

Strong communication skills for multidisciplinary team collaboration

Competitive salary with annual performance reviews

Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision coverage, and Health Spending Account for individual and family flexibility

APEGA membership fees covered

Professional development opportunities including conference attendance and continuing education

Growth opportunities with our expanding Dallas office (DEG US LLC)

Diverse project exposure from MOC to Capital Projects