Senior Triconex Controls Engineer

Triconex Controls Engineer Job Description

As a Triconex Controls Engineer, you will design, program, and commission Triconex Safety Instrumented Systems for oil and gas facilities. Your role will involve configuring and implementing these systems to improve the safety and integrity of critical processes. Collaborating closely with engineering teams and clients, you’ll ensure that the safety systems comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

1. Design, configure, and program Triconex Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) for oil and gas process safety applications.
2. Develop Functional Safety Plans, Safety Requirements Specifications (SRS), and implement Safety Integrity Levels (SIL) in line with IEC 61508/61511 standards.
3. Lead the engineering and integration of SIS with Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and other safety systems within oil and gas facilities.
4. Conduct hazard and risk assessments (HAZOP, LOPA) to establish and refine safety system requirements.
5. Provide technical support during Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and commissioning of Triconex systems.
6. Ensure adherence to industry standards, including IEC 61508/61511, API, and regulatory safety guidelines relevant to the oil and gas sector.
7. Troubleshoot and resolve issues in Triconex SIS to maintain the highest level of safety and reliability for critical operations.
8. Collaborate with project managers, process engineers, and clients to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
9. Develop and maintain technical documentation, including Safety Function Testing (SFT) procedures, SIS validation plans, and maintenance guidelines.
10. Conduct audits, testing, and maintenance activities for safety systems to ensure ongoing integrity.
11. Train operators and site personnel on SIS functionality and safety protocols.

Qualifications Requirements

1. Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related field.
2. 10+ years of experience working with Triconex or similar Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) in the oil and gas industry.
3. Strong knowledge of process safety systems, including the application of Safety Integrity Levels (SIL) and safety lifecycle management.
4. Experience with integrating SIS into Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and other process control platforms.
5. Familiarity with industry standards such as IEC 61508/61511, API, and other relevant regulatory frameworks.
6. Proficiency in performing risk assessments (HAZOP, LOPA) and implementing safety measures in critical operations.
7. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot SIS and DCS issues in high-pressure environments.
8. Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
9. Knowledge of cybersecurity practices in industrial control systems is an asset.

If you match the requirements and are excited to explore a new opportunity in your career please email paul.rabel@randstad.ca. ONLY APPLICANTS MATCHING THE REQUIREMENTS WILL BE CONSIDERED.