Lead DeltaV Control Systems Engineer
2 days ago
Houston
Job DescriptionLead DeltaV DCS Software Engineer Location: Sugar Land, TX Area Travel: Approximately 25% (Air Travel Required) Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire Position Overview We are seeking a Lead DeltaV DCS Software Engineer to serve as the technical lead for the design, programming, configuration, and commissioning of Emerson DeltaV Distributed Control Systems. This is a highly technical software-focused position centered on developing advanced DeltaV control strategies, operator interfaces, batch applications, and system integrations for industrial process facilities. This role is ideal for an experienced DeltaV programmer who enjoys building complete DCS applications, leading automation projects, mentoring engineers, and supporting customers from system design through startup. Primary Responsibilities • Lead the software development and implementation of Emerson DeltaV DCS projects., • Design, configure, and program DeltaV control modules, equipment modules, phases, unit modules, and operator graphics., • Develop advanced DeltaV Operate and Live graphics utilizing DeltaV best practices., • Create control narratives, functional specifications, cause & effect matrices, and alarm philosophies., • Develop, test, and optimize process control strategies for continuous and batch processes., • Configure DeltaV databases, system architecture, controllers, I/O assignments, alarms, historian interfaces, and communications., • Develop and troubleshoot batch applications utilizing DeltaV Batch., • Configure DeltaV system communications utilizing:, • Modbus TCP/RTU, • Ethernet/IP, • OPC UA / OPC DA, • Integrate DeltaV with PLCs, third-party packaged equipment, analyzers, historians, and plant information systems., • Perform software simulation, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), startup, commissioning, and system optimization., • Troubleshoot software, communications, control logic, graphics, and field integration issues during startup., • Develop operator manuals, software documentation, and customer training materials., • Provide technical leadership while mentoring junior DeltaV engineers., • Work directly with customers to define automation requirements and develop software solutions.Required Qualifications, • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical discipline., • 7+ years of Emerson DeltaV programming experience., • Expert knowledge of:, • DeltaV Control Studio, • DeltaV Explorer, • DeltaV Diagnostics, • DeltaV Operate, • DeltaV Live, • Strong experience developing:, • Control Modules, • Equipment Modules, • Sequential Logic, • Batch Applications, • Alarm Management, • Historian Interfaces, • Experience configuring DeltaV controllers, I/O, networking, and system architecture., • Strong understanding of industrial process control and instrumentation., • Experience with industrial communication protocols including:, • Modbus, • Ethernet/IP, • OPC, • Ability to troubleshoot complex DCS software and communication issues., • Experience performing FAT, SAT, startup, and commissioning., • Willingness to travel approximately 25%.Preferred Experience Candidates with experience in the following areas are highly desirable: • DeltaV Batch, • DeltaV Virtual Studio / Virtualization, • DeltaV Continuous Historian, • DeltaV Live Graphics, • Emerson CHARMs I/O, • SIS Integration, • Allen-Bradley ControlLogix PLCs, • Ignition SCADA, • AVEVA/Wonderware System Platform, • FactoryTalk View, • GE iFIX, • PI Historian, • Industrial networking and cybersecurity, • Process industries including chemical, refining, specialty chemicals, food & beverage, life sciences, oil & gas, and energy.Desired Background The successful candidate is first and foremost a DeltaV software engineer with deep expertise in Emerson DCS programming rather than a general controls engineer. This individual will serve as the technical authority for DeltaV software development, lead complex automation projects, mentor junior engineers, and deliver robust, reliable process control solutions from initial design through commissioning. Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, medical, dental, disability insurance, 401(k), and excellent career advancement opportunities are offered. To apply, send your resume to: Attention: Patrick DelGaone #Controls#Midsenior#LI-Hybrid#EngineeringCompany DescriptionLibertyjobs.com has become an essential destination site for experienced job seekers. Our recruiters are continually posting active job openings to the website. Feel free to search our database of open positions and apply for your next career move! Hundreds of new jobs are listed on the site every month in a wide range of industries and locations. 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