Title:                  Project Engineer
Position Type:   Contract
Location:           Michigan
Reports to:        Plant Manager

Job Summary:
PIC Group has a great opportunity for a highly skilled Project Engineer specializing in control systems to support a spring outage at a 123MW combined cycle cogeneration facility in Michigan. The Project Engineer will play a pivotal role in overseeing the implementation and transition of the plant’s control systems from Emerson/Mark V to Foxboro/Triconex, ensuring the successful completion of this critical system upgrade. The Project Engineer will focus on ensuring the proper installation, functionality, and optimization of instrument control systems, driving improvements in plant safety, reliability, and operational efficiency.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
•    Oversee the startup of GE control systems, utilizing hands-on expertise to ensure efficient and reliable system initialization and promptly addressing any issues that arise during the process.
•    Monitor the overall health of control systems, identifying and implementing actions and procedures to maintain and improve the integrity of plant control systems.
•    Oversee DCS systems to swiftly identify and resolve control and tuning issues, ensuring optimal system performance.
•    Develop and implement safe, reliable, and efficient control strategies that adapt to the changing requirements of both existing and new plant processes.
•    Provide clear and concise engineering analysis of control issues impacting plant safety, reliability, and efficiency, and develop solutions to address these issues.
•    Recommend and advise on plant performance improvements, operational modifications, control system enhancements, and control network security testing.
•    Communicate effectively with all levels of personnel, both internal and external to the project, ensuring clear information exchange.
•    Download files, review logic, configuration, and control blocks in Emerson systems.
•    Lead the planning and execution of the system upgrade project.
•    Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new control systems.
•    Conduct thorough testing and validation of the upgraded systems.
•    Provide technical support and troubleshooting during and after the transition.
•    Develop and maintain project documentation, including technical specifications and progress reports.
•    Train and mentor team members on new system functionalities and best practices.
•    Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
•    Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with the system upgrade.
•    Communicate effectively with stakeholders to provide updates and address concerns.

Job Requirements:
•    Strong knowledge with Emerson Ovation and/or GE Mark V control systems, Foxboro highly desired.
•    Proficiency in reading and interpreting logic drawings, electrical schematics, and interface cards.
•    Solid understanding of control system installation and commissioning principles.
•    Expertise in GE control system tuning and troubleshooting.
•    Familiarity with GE control system operational requirements.
•    Knowledge of OSHA requirements and adherence to safety guidelines.

Physical Requirements:
•    Ability to walk, reach, climb, stoop, and lift (up to 75 pounds)
•    Willingness to work in varying environmental conditions, including extreme temperatures and potential hazards.

Education / Experience:
•    High School Diploma required.
•    Engineering Degree/Certification (or equivalent experience) strongly preferred.
•    5+ years of GE control system startup experience required
•    Prior working experience preference for candidates with an Emerson background, as there will be a Mark V representative onsite for collaboration.
•    OSHA 10- or 30-Hour Training preferred.