Automation Technical Professional – Entry Level

Automation Technical Professional – Entry Level

Houston, TX, United States

and 2 more

(Hybrid)

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Job Description

We are currently recruiting for an Automation Technical Professional – Entry Level to join our team in Houston, TX or Baton Rouge, LA in the December 2024 or May 2025 timeframe.
Wood Systems Integration, the largest vendor-independent system integrator in the world with proven stability for more than 25 years is looking for you! We have an exciting opportunity for a strong problem solver; an individual capable of thinking outside the box and taking initiative to address technical challenges. The successful candidate has the ability to work effectively and diligently as an individual engineer and team member in front of both internal and external customers.
We pride ourselves on solving real-world problems for our clients by providing full engineering, consulting, procurement, and construction services to our customers across the globe. Our automation team works on hands-on projects that span the full spectrum – from small integration projects to Main Automation Contractor programs for large, multi-EPC projects.
At this time, we will only consider applications from citizens of the UNITED STATES or those with the required permit/VISA for this region, in place.

Responsibilities

Participate in Automation Engineering projects for the design and implementation of automation systems for oil & gas and process industry projects (greenfield and brownfield migrations), directly interfacing with our clients. 
Engage in all phases of automation projects, front-end engineering through detailed design, configuration, implementation, startup, and commissioning.
Will apply design data from piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) and instrument databases, develop control system design and configuration databases, operator graphics, configure and test various types of control systems.
Travel expected to customer locations for project implementation (10-25%). 

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree is required, preferably in one of the following Engineering disciplines: Chemical, Electrical, Computers/Systems, or Mechatronics. 
Between 0 and 2 years of professional experience
Interest in control and information system engineering for the oil and gas and petrochemicals industries with focus on process control and safety
Familiarity with systems concepts, computer, and software systems and/or networks is a plus.
Familiarity with basic cyber security concepts is a plus.
Quality written and verbal communication skills. 
A team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
Must be US citizen or authorized to work lawfully in the US, without sponsorship from Wood.

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement 

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.