CONTECH CONTROL SERVICES

      CONTECH CONTROL SERVICES

      A CONTECH CONTROL SERVICES Company
      Industry:Oil and Gas
      Type:Privately Held
      Headquarters:La Porte, Texas
      Size:1,001-5,000 employees
      Revenue:Unknown / Non-Applicable
      Founded in1980

      Description

      Contech Control Services has been a leading force in process automation and engineering solutions since 1980, serving major energy and chemical process clients across the globe. Based in La Porte, Texas, this privately held company has grown to employ between 1,001-5,000 professionals who specialize in delivering comprehensive system-independent services for complex industrial automation projects.

      As a specialized engineering and construction company, Contech focuses exclusively on process automation solutions, making them a trusted partner for Fortune 500 energy and chemical companies. The company's expertise spans multiple critical technologies including Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), process analyzers, and various instrument and electrical systems. This diverse technical capability allows Contech to provide integrated solutions regardless of the automation platform or manufacturer.

      With over four decades of experience, Contech has successfully implemented hundreds of process automation projects worldwide, establishing a reputation for technical excellence and project delivery. The company's engineers and technicians work on cutting-edge industrial facilities, from oil refineries and petrochemical plants to natural gas processing facilities and chemical manufacturing operations.

      Contech's company culture emphasizes technical expertise, safety, and client satisfaction. Employees benefit from working with industry-leading technologies and gain exposure to large-scale industrial projects that impact global energy infrastructure. The company's focus on system-independent solutions means team members develop versatile skills across multiple automation platforms, enhancing their professional development and market value.

      Career opportunities at Contech span multiple disciplines including process engineering, instrumentation and controls, electrical engineering, project management, and field services. The company's growth trajectory and diverse project portfolio provide employees with opportunities to advance their careers while working on challenging technical assignments.

      Contech maintains a strong presence in the Gulf Coast region, where much of America's energy infrastructure is concentrated, while also supporting international projects. This geographic positioning offers employees stability in a robust industrial market while providing exposure to global engineering standards and practices.

      With a 4.2-star rating on Glassdoor and a track record of successful project delivery, Contech Control Services continues to be an employer of choice for engineering professionals seeking meaningful work in the energy sector.

      A CONTECH CONTROL SERVICES Company

      Control Systems Specialist

      67232 Wichita, KS · a day ago
      Size:1,001-5,000 employees
      CONTECH CONTROL SERVICES

      Control Systems Specialist (PLC/HMI)

      Wichita, KS

      Contech Control Services is seeking team-oriented professionals who have proven knowledge of Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and Human Machine Interface (HMI) configuration, graphics, and logic programming of industrial control systems, along with experience in field commissioning, and instrument troubleshooting.

      Responsibilities: Primary Duties and

      The Control System Specialist performs a wide range of duties, including the following:

      • Responsible for design, specification, selection, configuration, and testing services related to control systems, including PLC, HMI, serial interface, and networking in accordance with client and/or Contech Control Services standards
      • Plan, budget, organize, and control an important segment of automation projects
      • May be responsible to assist with control philosophy and/or functional descriptions
      • Communicate progress to project manager for inclusion into reports to client
      • Responsible for quality of the control system portion of the project
      • Field commissioning and troubleshooting of the entire system
      • May be required to respond to client requests for troubleshooting of control systems and field instrumentation.
      • Seek opportunities for additional work from existing and new clients.
      • Maintain a focus on safety by adhering to all Contech Control Servies, client and industry safety standards.

      Requirements

      The Control System Specialist requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:

      • BS or AES degree in Engineering is preferred
      • 10+ years of control system engineering experience related to Allen-Bradley PLCs, Allen-Bradley PanelView, and Wonderware are required
      • Ability to troubleshoot issues with field instrumentation.
      • Ability to use instrument configuration tools (Field Communicator 475, TREX, etc.)
      • Configuration experience with other PLC, HMI, DCS, or SIS systems is a plus
      • Demonstrated experience in technical execution on both FEL/FEED and EPC projects in the chemical and petrochemical industry
      • PE license is a plus
      • Knowledge of Microsoft software products is required

      Working conditions are as follows:

      • Position Type: Full Time, Permanent, Full Benefits
      • Standard Hours: Monday – Thursday 7:00 am to 5:30pm
      • Overtime: Occasionally
      • Travel: Up to 25%