Sr Engineer , Automation

What To Expect

As a Senior Automation Engineer based out of our Denver office, you will be the on‑site automation expert supporting the Integrated Control Center (ICC) designing, implementing, and optimizing process control solutions that enhance operational efficiency, safety, and reliability across large, complex systems. This is a seasoned, standalone role for someone who can operate independently, partner with diverse stakeholders, lead capital projects end‑to‑end, and bring deep technical judgment to large‑scale gas plant and process control challenges.

• Independently lead the design, programming, configuration, testing, and implementation of process automation solutions for large, complex systems (e.g., full gas plant builds, high‑IO‑count installations, integrated PLC/HMI/server architectures)
• Lead and execute capital projects for automation systems end‑to‑end, ensuring compliance with industry standards and company guidelines
• Analyze business processes and recommend automation strategies, including lifecycle management and optimization
• Develop reusable automation scripts, frameworks, and smart workflows to replicate and improve processes
• Architect, implement, and support distributed control systems (DCS), programmable logic controllers (PLCs), remote terminal units (RTUs), and human‑machine interfaces (HMIs)
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and enhance automation equipment and systems, ensuring safety and reliability
• Conduct technical studies, feasibility reviews, and process hazard analyses
• Lead integration efforts for data collection and system optimization
• Support and implement information security measures
• Produce and maintain automation system documentation
• Lead alarm rationalization efforts, implement results, and monitor alarm system performance
• Build out and support remote operations applications and OT systems
• Maintain operational effectiveness through control loop tuning and loop health analysis
• Mentor and provide technical leadership to other engineers and technicians, sharing best practices and elevating team capability
• Respond to after‑hours and weekend support requests as needed
• Travel to facilities as needed

• Legally authorized to work in the job posting country
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering
• 5 or more years of relevant automation engineering experience
• Advanced PLC/DCS proficiency
• Advanced control loop tuning and loop health analysis proficiency
• Demonstrated ability to lead and design automation systems independently
• Ability to mentor and lead other engineers/technicians on technical work
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Must be willing and able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to:
  • Travel up to 25% to facilities and project sites
  • Work extended hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays, in support of after‑hours and on‑call needs
  • Operate a company vehicle on site premises and/or public roads
  • Work safely in industrial environments, around large machinery, chemicals and hydrocarbons under high pressure and heat, and in varying weather conditions
  • Wear fire retardant clothing and personal protective equipment when on site

• 7 or more years of relevant automation engineering experience
• Hands‑on experience leading automation on large, complex systems — e.g., full gas plant builds, high‑IO‑count installations, or integrated PLC/HMI/server architectures
• Proven track record mentoring or formally leading engineers and technicians in a senior/lead capacity
• Prior experience supporting an Integrated Control Center (ICC) or remote operations environment
• Experience with alarm rationalization, OT systems, and capital project leadership end‑to‑end
• Experience supporting midstream gas processing, gathering, or pipeline operations

This position has a base salary range of $141,300 - $172,700.

• Annual Variable Cash Incentive Program (VCIP) bonus
• 8% 401(k) company match
• Cash Balance Account pension
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with an annual company contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees on HDHP
• Total well‑being programs and incentives, including Employee Assistance Plan, well‑being reimbursement, and backup family care services

Phillips 66 is an Equal Opportunity Employer