Targa Resources
Electrical Engineer - Instrumentation and Controls
Houston, Harris County · Mid
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About the role
- We also strive to provide reasonable accommodation to employees' beliefs and practices that do not conflict with Targa's policies and applicable law.
- We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to their role with Targa.
Responsibilities
- The Instrumentation, Controls, and Automation (I&C) Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, and support of instrumentation, control systems, and automation for midstream facilities and large capital projects.
- This role ensures safe, reliable, and efficient operation of control systems while collaborating with engineering, operations, construction, and project teams to deliver compliant, cost-effective, and maintainable automation solutions across the full project lifecycle.
- Provide technical support for instrumentation, controls, and automation systems, including troubleshooting, system optimization, maintenance support, Process Safety Management (PSM) compliance, PHA and HAZOP participation, MOC support, and resolution of action items.
- Serve as the technical lead for the I&C scope on major projects, coordinating closely with Technical Services, Project Management, Operations, and Construction teams.
- Develop, review, and approve instrumentation and control system deliverables, including power distribution one-lines, SIS/PCS/ESD architectures, control narratives, Cause & Effect matrices, area classification drawings, control panel layouts, instrumentation specifications, and facility layouts.
- Interpret, mark up, and provide redlines on engineered drawings and generate engineered sketches to support drafting, installation, and construction activities.
- Coordinate, review, and oversee I&C engineering and design work performed by third-party engineering contractors.
- Develop, maintain, and support automation programming for plant PLC systems to enable troubleshooting, modifications, and long-term system support.
- Develop, maintain, and continuously improve instrumentation specifications, standards, and best practices.
- Provide technical expertise during construction and commissioning phases, including PLC programming and configuration, factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), communications setup, loop checks, safety system testing, and plant startup support.
Requirements
- Exhibit proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
- Working knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and regulations related to instrumentation and process control systems (including NFPA, ISA, API, and OSHA).
- Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
- Ability to research technical issues, evaluate alternatives, and identify appropriate equipment solutions.
- Demonstrated ability to learn, understand, and apply new technologies.
- Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- Proficiency in Power BI for reporting and analytics
Nice to have
- Experience or demonstrated aptitude with Ignition HMI software, Wonderware ArchestrA, and/or Wonderware InTouch.
- Experience with Allen-Bradley Studio 5000 Logix Designer software.
- Experience specifying, evaluating, and selecting instrumentation and specialty equipment for operations and complex capital projects
- Adhere to all applicable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines, including eye protection, footwear, hard hat, and fire retardant clothing (FRC)
- Ability to lift, push, or pull 50 pounds
- Ability to work in changing climate conditions and plant/field environments
- Ability to work in close quarters, while kneeling, squatting, sitting, climbing, and standing
- Ability to frequently stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms
Equal opportunity
- Targa Resources provides equal employment opportunities based on merit, experience, and other work-related criteria and without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
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