Control Systems Engineer
El Segundo, CA - USA
Job Summary
Chevron is accepting online applications for the position through 04/19 2026 at 11:59 p.m. (PT).
The El Segundo Control Systems Engineer is responsible for ensuring safe reliable and compliant operations of the refinerys process control systems and technology. Member of the El Segundo Control Systems Engineering team.
Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:
In this role youll configure monitor troubleshoot and program Distributed Control Systems (Honeywell TDC3000 and Experion) Safety Shutdown Systems (Schneider Triconex Honeywell FSC) and various PLC applications including providing related hardware support. Youll partner closely with Operations to support the control room and youll collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement solutions that improve unit optimization process safety and reliability. Youll also keep procedures and system documentation current bring technical and analytical insight to business planning and project development help ensure systems and changes meet safety reliability and compliance requirements and maintain system backups and contingency recovery procedures. This position participates in a rotating on-call schedule to help resolve after-hours system issues.
Required Qualifications:
If you dont have a four-year degree we may consider a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in lieu of formal education and training. Related roles may include Control Systems Engineer/Analyst/Technician Process Control Engineer Instrumentation & Electrical Technician Analyzer Technician PCN Administrator System Engineer/Technician and similar positions.
Bachelors degree in Computer Science Engineering (Computer Electrical Chemical) or Information Technology (or closely related field).
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with DCS and control systems in refining chemical petrochemical or other complex process facilities.
Capable of handling multiple complex projects simultaneously with impacts across Chevron sites.
Flexibility to adjust work hours as needed to support communications with remote sites across time zones.
A strong sense of ownership and the ability to work independently and as part of a team; proactive in identifying opportunities for improvement.
Willingness to support outages at remote sites which may require being away from the home office for several weeks to over a month.
Ability to work with minimal supervision set priorities and manage schedules. May provide work direction to others or lead a small team.
Special Considerations:
Regular schedule is 9/80. A member of a rotating on-call support team for after-hours system issues. Expect occasional 12-hour shift work as part of 24x7 support for unit startups shutdowns emergency callouts etc. Travel for training internal Chevron needs or external 3rd party engagements may occasionally be needed (0 to 4 weeks per year).
Relocation Options:
Relocation may be considered within Chevron parameters.
International Considerations:
Expatriate assignments will not be considered.
Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position
This role is not eligible for expatriate assignment.Global Offshore Payrollapplicants must be able to use current US work authorization or otherwise able to obtain work authorization within 4 months of initiation of immigration activities. Refer to theUS immigration FAQ documentfor more information about visa appointment timing.
Regulatory Disclosure for US Positions
The compensation and reference to benefits for this role is listed on this posting in compliance with applicable law. The selected candidates compensation will be determined based on his or her skills experience and qualifications. Please note that the compensation and benefits listed below are only applicable to successful candidates who are hired onto local United States payroll.
The anticipated salary range for this position is $120300 $206400.
Chevron offers competitive compensation and benefits programs which includes but is not limited to variable pay health care coverage retirement plan protection coverage time off and leave programs training and development opportunities and a range of allowances connected to specific work situations. Details are available at Regulatory notice:
Chevron is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religious creed sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation gender identity gender expression national origin or ancestry age mental or physical disability medical condition reproductive health decision-making military or veteran status political preference marital status citizenship genetic information or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
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Chevron participates in E-Verify in certain locations as required by law.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Chevron works to meet the world's growing demand for energy by exploring for oil and natural gas; refining and marketing gasoline; producing chemicals and more.