Our client, an Automation & Engineering Firm with over 30 years of experience, is currently seeking a Safety Instrumented System Engineer (SIS) for their Long Beach office.

Here are some key details about the job opening:

Company Overview:

• Industry Focus: The company specializes in providing high-quality services in various industries, including heavy industrial, oil and gas, refining, and pipelines. They have a strong commitment to customer satisfaction, with a significant portion of their business coming from repeat clients.
• Ownership Structure: The company is employee-owned, which can be an attractive feature for potential employees who value a sense of ownership and long-term commitment to the company's success.

Job Experience:  Requires 3-7 years of relevant job experience within the SIS role.

Education: Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or chemical engineering or a related field is required. 

Additional Education/Certifications: An advanced degree or certification in Control Systems or Process Automation is considered a plus. Possession of professional certifications such as TUV or ISA84 SIS is an advantage.

Job Description: 

• As an SIS Engineer, your primary role will be to design, implement, and maintain Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) for our clients. 
• Requires close collaboration with engineering teams and clients to develop solutions that ensure the safety and integrity of their operations.

Qualifications and Skills: To excel in this role, candidates should meet the following qualifications and possess the following skills:

1. Experience: A minimum of 3 years of engineering experience, with a focus on SIS engineering.
2. Safety System Engineering: Knowledge of Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) principles and industry standards, such as IEC 61511 and ISA 84.
3. Communication and Collaboration: Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams, vendors, and end-users. Strong documentation skills are required to create clear and concise technical reports and guidelines.
4. Adaptability and Initiative: The ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively, and maintain a proactive attitude. Willingness to learn and explore new technologies and methodologies is highly valued.
5. Programming Skills: Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in control systems, such as ladder logic, Function Block Diagrams (FBD), and Structured Text (ST), is considered a plus.
6. Professional Certifications: Possession of professional certifications such as TUV or ISA84 SIS is an advantage.

Responsibilities and Duties: 

• Collaborating in the development of logic diagrams, cause & effect matrices, and functional narratives.
• Contributing to the development of system functional test procedures.
• Attending field verification and user requirements gathering walk-downs.
• Executing factory acceptance testing.
• Participating in field start-up and commissioning.
• Having the opportunity to be involved in control system engineering and programming.

Physical Requirements: 

• Travel by car to local refineries and plants.
• Standing/walking around operational units while wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

General Requirements: 

• Teamwork: Show respect for all co-workers, interact well with team members, and cooperate with and assist others.
• Quality: Ensure that work meets or exceeds the company's quality standards. Manage multiple tasks and project changes in an organized manner, demonstrating attention to detail.
• Knowledge: Display the ability to perform, retain, and share the technical skills required for the role.
• Problem-Solving: Analyze problems and arrive at acceptable and workable solutions.
• Communication: Effectively and respectfully communicate with clients and company personnel at all levels, both in written and oral forms.
• Decision Making: Exhibit the willingness and judgment to make decisions and take action with sound judgment.
• Customer Relations: Cultivate positive customer relationships that attract and retain a solid base of customers.

Benefits:

Company does provide a comprehensive benefits package. Please apply for further information.

Compensation:

$90,000 - $125,000 (Depending On Experience)

Please apply today for immediate and confidential consideration!

PTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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