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Control Instrumentation Automation Engineer Jobs in Houston, TX

Versatech Automation

Automation Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

The Automation Engineer will design, implement, maintain and optimize automation and control ... control panels and instrumentation. * Provide Technical Support and Guidance to clients in order to ...

Royal Vopak

Automation Engineer

Deer Park, TX

Start your career as an Automation Engineer at Vopak and contribute to social themes such as energy ... The position provides subject matter expertise for automation/control systems and instrumentation.

Royal Vopak

Automation Engineer

Deer Park, TX

Start your career as an Automation Engineer at Vopak and contribute to social themes such as energy ... The position provides subject matter expertise for automation/control systems and instrumentation.

Royal Vopak

Automation Engineer

Deer Park, TX · On-site

Start your career as an Automation Engineer at Vopak and contribute to social themes such as energy ... The position provides subject matter expertise for automation/control systems and instrumentation.

Royal Vopak

Automation Engineer

Deer Park, TX

Start your career as an Automation Engineer at Vopak and contribute to social themes such as energy ... The position provides subject matter expertise for automation/control systems and instrumentation.

Audubon Companies

Automation Engineer

Houston, TX

Responsible for the implementation of control systems and DCS/PLC/SCADA programming on Oil & Gas ... Electrical Design, Instrumentation. * Design and Industrial IT. * Direct experience with ...

Audubon Companies

Automation Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

Responsible for the implementation of control systems and DCS/PLC/SCADA programming on Oil & Gas ... Electrical Design, Instrumentation. * Design and Industrial IT. * Direct experience with ...

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As of Jun 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for control instrumentation automation engineer in Houston, TX is $52.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40.62 and $59.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Automation Engineer

Automation Engineer

Versatech Automation

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Description
VersaTech is an Automation company with over 500 people and $100M+ in annual sales. VersaTech offers Automation services to the oil and gas market including construction, maintenance, commissioning and loop checking. VersaTech has offices in Houston, Midland, New Orleans, and Africa. Our scope of work includes both onshore and offshore projects in the US and overseas.
VersaTech has openings for Automation Engineers to support our Houston Operations and customers in the region. Some of the positions will be based in our Houston Office, some will be based at our Customers Facility in The Woodlands and some will require travel offshore for Commissioning and Facility reviews.
The Automation Engineer will design, implement, maintain and optimize automation and control systems across offshore and onshore oil & gas facilities. This role will ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operation of the automation infrastructure-including PLCs, SCADA, instrumentation, and communications systems-while supporting project and operations teams in a high-hazard oil & gas environment.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Lead the engineering, design, configuration, testing, commissioning and maintenance of automation systems (PLCs, RTUs, HMI/SCADA, communication networks) for oil & gas assets.
  • Programming of PLC and HMI systems using a variety of industry & manufacturers standard.
  • Develop and maintain control narratives, loop diagrams, P&IDs interfacing with automation systems, and documentation for system validation and compliance.
  • Troubleshoot, optimize and upgrade existing automation systems to improve reliability, availability, and performance of production/processing facilities.
  • Participate in HAZOP/LOPA reviews, ensure automation systems meet safety, environmental and regulatory requirements (including IEC/ISA standards, API practices, OSHA).
  • Provide technical support for brownfield modifications and greenfield projects, including vendor oversight, FAT/SAT, site commissioning and start-up support.
  • Assist Customers with installation of Automation devices such as control panels and instrumentation.
  • Provide Technical Support and Guidance to clients in order to suggest improved designs
  • Ensure that the required Project Documentation is completed and delivered in a timely manner

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