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Kent

Designs, constructs, and maintains energy assets

DCS Commissioning Technician

Equipment Field ServiceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBeaumont, TX, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Technician certified, preferably college technical certificate and 5 plus experience DCS or PLC service, support and/or configuration commissioning experience required.
  • Established track record in frontline technician Commissioning, Start-Up and initial platform operations required.
  • Experience with E-house commissioning inclusive of transformers, MCC, switchgear and UPS commissioning.
  • Hands on DCS knowledge at a loop check level and PLC knowledge at a loop check level.
  • Hands on knowledge of all instrument test equipment such as (but not limited to) HART communicator, Fluke multimeters, Wobulators, Pressure simulators such as Druck.
  • Console Experience required.

Responsibilities

  • Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of DCS components including I/O modules, controllers, servers, HMIs, and networking equipment.
  • Support operations by ensuring proper functioning of control loops, alarms, and interlocks.
  • Assist with configuration updates, logic modifications, and system backups under engineer supervision.
  • Calibrate and maintain field instrumentation associated with the DCS, such as transmitters, control valves, and analyzers.
  • Respond to system alarms and operator-reported issues in a timely manner.
  • Coordinate with process operators and engineers during plant startups, shutdowns, and emergency situations.
  • Support the integration of new equipment or process changes into the DCS.
  • Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, configurations, and system changes.
  • Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards (e.g., OSHA, API, IEC).
  • Participate in plant turnarounds, shutdowns, and commissioning activities as required.
  • In addition to the responsibilities listed herein, the employee may be required to perform other ad-hoc tasks as needed or directed by the supervisor or management. These tasks will be within the reasonable scope of the employee's skills, capabilities, and role within the organization. The intent of this provision is to allow for flexibility and adaptability in meeting the dynamic needs of the organization, ensuring that operational requirements can be met efficiently. All such tasks will be assigned considering the employee's current workload and with respect to their professional development.

About the Company

Kent

Designs, constructs, and maintains energy assets

Kent PLC is a global engineering firm that designs, constructs, and maintains energy assets for the oil, gas, and renewable-energy sectors. Its offerings cover the full project lifecycle—from initial engineering and construction through ongoing maintenance—delivered via a mix of project-based contracts and long-term service agreements. The company differentiates itself through a strong emphasis on safety and sustainability, supported by a track record that includes industry awards such as the Gold award at the ExxonMobil Safety Excellence Awards, and a large, skilled workforce of about 13,000 people capable of delivering complex projects worldwide. Kent’s goal is to meet today’s energy needs while preparing for the future by applying advanced technologies and best practices to deliver reliable, safe, and efficient energy assets.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Founded
1919

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