Job Description

DCS Foxboro Engineer (I/A Series) – Contract

Location: Freeport, TX (Onsite)
Duration: Open-ended Contract
Industry: Industrial / Process Manufacturing / Chemicals / Oil & Gas

Overview

A leading Systems Integrator is seeking an experienced DCS Foxboro Engineer to support a major facility upgrade in the Freeport area. This role is ideal for a hands-on controls professional with deep expertise in Foxboro I/A Series DCS environments and a strong background working in live process operations.

You will play a critical role in configuring, programming, and integrating control systems while collaborating closely with operations, process engineering, and maintenance teams. The goal is to deliver stable, high-performing control strategies that improve plant efficiency, product quality, and operational reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure, program, and integrate Foxboro I/A Series DCS systems
• Design and implement control strategies for process optimization and stability
• Support system upgrades, migrations, and expansions within an active plant environment
• Develop and modify control logic, graphics, alarms, and historian configurations
• Perform system testing, loop checks, and commissioning activities
• Troubleshoot and resolve DCS-related issues in real-time operations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Operations, Engineering, Maintenance) to improve system performance
• Ensure all solutions are scalable, maintainable, and aligned with best practices
• Provide documentation for system changes, configurations, and procedures

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with Foxboro I/A Series DCS (configuration and integration)
• Proven experience working in operating process facilities (chemical, petrochemical, oil & gas, or similar)
• Strong understanding of process control principles and instrumentation
• Hands-on experience with:
  • Control logic development (function blocks, sequencing, etc.)
  • HMI/graphics configuration
  • Alarm management and system tuning
• Experience supporting live plant operations and commissioning activities
• Ability to troubleshoot complex control system issues under pressure

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with system upgrades or modernization projects
• Knowledge of SCADA systems, PLCs, or hybrid control environments
• Familiarity with industry standards (ISA, IEC)
• Exposure to networking and industrial cybersecurity concepts
• Strong documentation and communication skills

What You’ll Bring

• A practical, hands-on engineering mindset
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced plant environment
• Strong collaboration skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Focus on delivering reliable, efficient, and maintainable control solutions

Why This Role

• Long-term, open-ended contract with a stable project pipeline
• Opportunity to work on a major facility upgrade
• High-impact role directly influencing plant performance and reliability
• Work alongside experienced engineering and operations teams