Automation / Control Engineer
Remote Job Opportunity: Automation/Control Engineer – Honeywell DCS
Company Name: Private System Integrator / EPC Firm
Position Title: Automation/Control Engineer – Honeywell DCS
Location: Initial: Greenville, SC, USA (On-site for 4–6 months), then Fully Remote (U.S.-based)
Industry: Automation Engineering
Employment Type: Full-Time, Remote (Post-Onboarding)
1. Company Introduction
The hiring company is a privately owned System Integrator and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) firm with decades of experience delivering automation solutions to industrial clients across the United States. From concept to commissioning, they provide full-cycle engineering services tailored to the unique demands of manufacturing plants and industrial facilities.
This firm has carved a niche in serving industries such as Food & Beverage, Pulp & Paper, Chemicals, Consumer Products, and Life Sciences. They are known for delivering dependable control systems that improve plant safety, efficiency, and uptime. Their team includes control engineers, project managers, field service specialists, and software developers who work closely with clients to design and implement automation solutions aligned with operational goals.
The firm has a collaborative culture where knowledge sharing, continuous learning, and hands-on training are central to growth. With a focus on modern industrial platforms like Honeywell, Rockwell, Siemens, and others, they are at the forefront of industrial digital transformation. Their engineers routinely handle DCS and PLC programming, SCADA integration, and data analytics projects.
This company is now expanding its technical team and is currently hiring a Remote Automation/Control Engineer who will begin working on-site in Greenville, South Carolina for the first 4 to 6 months before transitioning into a fully remote position. The role centers around Honeywell DCS systems, with opportunities to engage in cross-platform projects.
2. Job Description – Automation/Control Engineer – Honeywell DCS
The Automation/Control Engineer will be part of a multi-disciplinary automation team responsible for executing full project life cycles—from system design and development to site commissioning. The primary focus of this role is Honeywell DCS (Experion), although exposure to other control platforms is advantageous.
Key Responsibilities:
- Configure, program, and troubleshoot Honeywell Experion DCS systems for industrial automation projects.
- Interpret client specifications, process diagrams, IO lists, and functional requirements to develop control strategies.
- Collaborate with process and electrical engineers to gather project requirements.
- Conduct control system architecture design, control narratives, alarm rationalization, and instrumentation planning.
- Develop HMI graphics, control loops, logic configuration, and simulation tests.
- Perform FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing) and SAT (Site Acceptance Testing) for projects, either independently or as part of a team.
- Support on-site commissioning, testing, and integration efforts at client facilities.
- Communicate directly with clients during design reviews, commissioning phases, and support activities.
- Maintain and update documentation, wiring schematics, IO databases, and DCS configuration files.
- Support internal teams with DCS-related training, knowledge transfer, and troubleshooting guidance.
- Assist with legacy system migration, upgrades, and modifications on Honeywell platforms.
- Occasionally contribute to PLC and HMI programming projects (Rockwell, Siemens, etc.), depending on experience and project needs.
- Uphold safety procedures, electrical standards, and cybersecurity best practices in all work.
This position requires adaptability, technical precision, and good communication skills, especially during commissioning and client interaction.
3. Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for this opportunity, candidates must demonstrate both technical proficiency and the ability to collaborate effectively with clients and project teams.
Educational Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Instrumentation, Mechatronics, or a related field.
Professional Experience:
- A minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in automation or control engineering.
- Solid experience in DCS programming and commissioning—specifically with Honeywell Experion platforms.
- Familiarity with developing DCS architecture, IO assignments, and alarm management.
- Experience with control systems integration, preferably in industrial process environments like food, beverage, chemicals, or pulp and paper.
- Exposure to PLC and HMI programming (Rockwell, Siemens, etc.) is considered a plus but not mandatory.
Technical Skills:
- Proficient in:
- Honeywell Experion DCS software suite.
- HMI configuration and graphics development.
- Instrumentation selection and loop tuning.
- Control narrative documentation.
- Understanding of industrial networking protocols, control system safety, and real-time data processing.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex systems in both development and field environments.
- Familiarity with ISA, IEC, API standards and relevant electrical codes.
Soft Skills:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Confidence in client-facing roles, especially during system handovers or issue resolution.
- Willingness to travel to Greenville, SC for the first 4-6 months of employment.
- Commitment to transitioning into a fully remote position post-training/onboarding period.
- Ability to work under pressure while meeting project deadlines.
- Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks in parallel.
This role is ideal for engineers looking to specialize in DCS systems while enjoying flexibility through remote work after initial onboarding.
Location
- Initial On-Site Requirement: Greenville, South Carolina, USA (First 4–6 Months)
- Post-Onboarding: Fully Remote (U.S.-based only)
Last Date to Apply
No exact deadline has been specified. However, since this is an immediate hiring need, it is strongly advised that interested candidates apply within 15 days from the date of this posting.
Deadline to Apply: July 21, 2025
Apply Now
If you meet the requirements and are ready to take on a dynamic engineering role, send your updated resume directly to:
Email: megan.hoey@lviassociates.com
Subject: Application – Automation/Control Engineer (Honeywell DCS)
Official Site : LVI Associates
Please ensure your email includes your availability and willingness to relocate temporarily to Greenville, SC.
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