CSS Lead Engineer – Compressor Systems
Al Khobar - Saudi Arabia
Job Summary
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Our Potential Opportunity
INTECH Automation Intelligence is seeking CSS Lead Engineer Compressor Systems to join our dynamic team. The CSS Lead Engineer will be responsible for the engineering integration testing and commissioning of compressor control and protection systems including Anti-Surge Control process control and emergency shutdown systems. Experience with compressor control systems integrating with Schneider Foxboro DCS and Triconex ESD Systems is highly valued.
What Youll Lead and Deliver
- Lead the engineering of compressor package control and safety systems including Compressor Control Systems (CCS) Anti-Surge Controllers process control and shutdown logic.
- Coordinate with compressor OEMs and anti-surge controller vendors (CCC Hoerbiger or equivalent) to manage control system package deliverables and technical interfaces.
- Define and manage the integration of compressor package control and safety systems with the plant ICSS including interfaces with Schneider Foxboro DCS and Triconex ESD Systems.
- Review and validate compressor package cause-and-effect matrices protection logic and emergency shutdown sequences.
- Lead or participate in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) for compressor control packages and associated ICSS interfaces.
- Support SIL assessment and verification for compressor safety functions in accordance with IEC 61511; coordinate with the machinery safety engineer.
- Provide specialist control systems support during compressor package pre-commissioning commissioning performance testing and startup.
- Act as the project technical authority for compressor CSS engineering resolving vendor technical queries and interdisciplinary interface issues.
Requirements:
To Be Successful in This Role You Must Have:
- Bachelors Degree in Instrumentation Control Systems Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
- 1315 years of experience in control and safety systems engineering for rotating equipment specifically gas compressor packages in the oil and gas or LNG sector.
- Strong knowledge of compressor control systems including anti-surge control load sharing and compressor performance curves.
- Experience with compressor package control system integration with Schneider Foxboro DCS and Triconex ESD Systems.
- Knowledge of IEC 61511 functional safety as applied to rotating equipment safety functions.
- Experience with anti-surge controller vendors (CCC Hoerbiger Woodward) is an advantage.
Technical Skills:
- Deep knowledge of centrifugal and axial compressor control including anti-surge logic load sharing speed control and performance mapping.
- Experience defining compressor package control and safety system interfaces with Schneider Foxboro DCS and Triconex ESD Systems.
- Knowledge of API 670 machinery protection systems vibration monitoring and trip logic for compressor trains.
- Expertise in reviewing and validating cause-and-effect matrices shutdown sequences and protection logic for compressor packages.
- Experience leading compressor control system FAT activities and providing specialist support during package commissioning and performance testing.
Soft Skills:
- Depth of knowledge to act as the go-to expert for compressor control and safety system matters on the project.
- Ability to manage technical interfaces and deliverable quality with compressor OEMs and control system vendors.
- Clear technical communication with machinery process ICSS and operations teams on compressor control system matters.
- Ability to diagnose and resolve complex compressor control and protection system issues during engineering and commissioning.
- Effective team player who coordinates across rotating equipment ICSS instrumentation and commissioning disciplines.
Experience Requirements:
- 1315 years of control and safety systems engineering experience with significant specialization in gas compressor package control systems in oil and gas or LNG projects.
- Proven experience managing compressor control system integration with Schneider Foxboro DCS and Triconex ESD Systems.
- Track record of leading FAT activities for compressor control packages and providing startup support on major EPC projects.
- Experience on Saudi Aramco or ADNOC facilities involving gas compression trains is highly preferred.
Why Join INTECH Automation Intelligence
At INTECH you will have the opportunity to work with a globally renowned industrial automation and digitalization technology company. For nearly 30 years INTECH has partnered with major oil and gas global giants to deliver innovative solutions. As we continue to lead in the Industry 4.0 era you will be at the forefront of transformative technologies that solve real-world challenges.
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About Company
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