Introduction

We are looking for a Process Control Systems Engineer to work with one of our major Oil and Gas clients in a contract position located in Orange, TX.

What are you going to do 

  • Reviews technical specifications, design guides, and user manuals
  • Assists in the checkout of instrument control loops in existing plants or plant expansions
  • Undertakes bad actor identification and analysis to reduce equipment downtime
  • Calibrates systems requiring basic electronic test equipment
  • Collects data using computer maintenance management system (CMMS) or other available data sources
  • Performs maintenance service repairs on control systems hardware
  • Documents changes and provides information for as-built documentation
  • Completes administrative tasks including but not limited to time sheets, expense reports, and on-site documentation
  • Assists in developing related preventive maintenance that do not currently exist
  • Contributes to maintaining the project's instrument database using automated tools and has knowledge of the applicability of information to be populated in the instrument database
  • Maintains DCS software database
  • Modifies DCS configuration per plant requirements
  • Works with instrumentation and analyzer groups to troubleshoot systems issues
  • Monitors control system health

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering with at least 3 years of experience OR Associate degree in instrumentation or electronics with at least 5 years of experience
  • Can read and understand design documents. (P&IDs, instrument loop drawings, schematics, etc.)
  • Basic knowledge of industrial control systems
  • Experience reading control logic diagrams
  • Programming experience
  • Experience with Emerson DeltaV Control System
  • Ethylene or polyethylene manufacturing experience
  • Experience with Network Infrastructure in OT Environment
  • Experience with RSLogix/ Studio 5000
  • Experience in petrochemical manufacturing/refining industry

What we offer

Why apply through Brunel? Finding the next step in your career can be a fulltime job in itself. We manage the process for you: from submitting your resume to coordinating interviews to extending offers and assisting with on-boarding. We'll get you going while you get on with the job.

Brunel has a reputation for working with some of the best in the business. That's what we continually strive for. Over 45 years, we've created a global network of interesting clients and talented individuals working together through a vast array of services. Join us today.

Closing: 22 April 2026

Do you have questions?

Vacancy reference: TR-281801

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Corporate recruiter

Mariana Vianna

+1 346 604 2907

Contact

Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth  interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.

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