DCS Engineer (Foxboro) / Italy

DCS Engineer (Foxboro)

Are you looking for a new contractor position working on Foxboro DCS? We are seeking a DCS Engineer based in Europe, will be required to work independently or as part of a team based on customer/contract requirements to deliver service on a variety of products. Technical skills will be considered the foundation of this position to deliver contract and/or on demand services. The suitable candidate would need to be able to communicate both verbally and written in Italian.

Description

Lead and execute DCS projects for hardware/software engineering, testing and FAT.

Responsibilities

• Design/Implementation of controls from SAMA /Functional diagrams/Narratives
• Design/Implementation of graphics from sketches/snapshots/P&IDs
• Creation/modification of Foxboro HW/Internal Point Database
• Implementation of Simulation logics for First-Pass/Process Test
• Virtual controller setup for testing purpose
• Testing of implemented controls and graphics & troubleshooting while testing
• Follow Department Quality processes and procedures
• Scaling of Open loops & closed loops as per the ranges in the HW database
• Use various productivity tools such as DBID tool, Audit Tool, Database Productivity Tool, Device builder etc.
• Conversion of controls and graphics of Third Party DCS/PLC systems
• Third Party Communication
• Support Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) activities
• In-house Ovation Server / Workstation loading
• Upgrade versions of ovation systems
• Lead small projects independently, if required
• Participate in internal Kick of Meeting (KOM) of projects
• Coordination with third party vendors for design/implementation of control and graphics
• Track budget , progress & quality of the projects and ensure periodic reporting to front offices

Additional Information

• Understanding of SAMA/Functional diagrams/P&IDs
• Knowledge of MS-Access & MS-Excel
• Knowledge of Third Party Communication Protocols
• Knowledge of DCS/PLC HW structure
• Knowledge of Logic & Graphics of Third Party DCS/PLC
• Tie-Back/Process Simulation, Testing & Troubleshooting
• Factory Acceptance Test (FAT)
• DCS/PLC Commissioning & Troubleshooting

Requirements

• Bachelor's / Master's degree in Electronics/Electrical/Instrumentation with minimum 2 years of experience in process industry
• Good communication, interpersonal skill and drive for results
• Strong computer skills
• Able to work in a team
• Should be able to resolve basic technical matters

The contract would be 3- 6 months with the option to extend. The rate is negotiable depending upon experience .

Should you feel this position is of interest for you; please forward you CV to me.