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Automation Manager

Job in Houston, Harris County, Texas, 77246, USA
Listing for: Phillips 66
Full Time position
Listed on 2025-12-21
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 100000 - 125000 USD Yearly USD 100000.00 125000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Phillips 66 & YOU - Together we can fuel the future

Automation Manager is responsible for developing and executing strategies to ensure the reliability, safety, and performance of Midstream automation systems across the enterprise. This includes overseeing base process control and safety systems reliability, HMI platform performance, control room integration, and management for capital project portfolios. The role also leads risk‑based standardization initiatives and supports regulatory compliance, while providing hands‑on leadership to internal teams and coordination with vendors and field resources.

Responsibilities
  • Lead the design, implementation, and lifecycle support of automation systems for pipeline, gas processing, and terminal operations, including DCSs, PLCs, RTUs, ESDs, BMSs and HMIs
  • Define strategic priorities for technology deployment and management of automation systems
  • Promote a culture of safety, compliance, and operational excellence across all automation initiatives
  • Supervise and develop a team responsible for automation project execution, system support, system troubleshooting, and maintenance of control systems and safety systems
  • Support major capital projects by contributing to automation scope, system design, vendor selection, and construction oversight
  • Manage automation capital projects including budgeting, scheduling, and contractor supervision
  • Develop and steward long‑term automation technology roadmaps, including modernization and standardization plans
  • Drive improvements in automation equipment reliability using root cause analysis, risk‑based prioritization, and industry best practices
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Projects, IT, and Operations to align automation systems with broader business and compliance goals
  • Provide technical leadership during Design Hazard Reviews (DHRs) and Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs)
  • Evaluate and support the implementation of leak detection systems, data analytics tools, and emerging digital technologies where appropriate
  • Maintain strong relationships with automation vendors and ensure adherence to cybersecurity and regulatory requirements
  • Create strategic plans for process optimization and lifecycle management of automation equipment
  • Develop and maintain internal requirements and best practice documents
Required Qualifications
  • Legally authorized to work in the job posting country
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • 10 or more years of experience in automation for operating companies
  • 5 or more years of automation project management experience
  • Advanced experience with Foxboro, Delta V, Rockwell/Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, Triconex or Honeywell systems; and supervisory applications such as Wonderware, Clear

    SCADA, or Ignition
  • Advanced experience working with field devices and on‑site commissioning activities
  • Intermediate experience with industrial automation systems architecture, and communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, DNP3, OPC)
  • Intermediate experience working with BMS standards such as NFPA 85, NFPA 86, NFPA 87, ISA 18.2 and ISA 84
  • Willing and able to travel up to 30% of the time
  • TWIC eligibility
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Instrumentation, Electronics Engineering, Chemical Engineering
  • 10 or more years of automation experience in oil & gas
  • Hands on experience with configuration of DCS systems
  • Hands on experience with configuration of PLC systems
  • FSP (Functional Safety Professional) or FSE (Functional Safety Expert) certification from Exida or TUV
  • Strong knowledge of electrical systems (120

    VAC and 24

    VDC) and process instruments
  • 3 or more years of supervisory or team leadership experience
  • Familiar with pipeline, terminal and gas processing operations
  • CAP (Certified Automation Professional), PMP, or equivalent certifications

    Experience integrating automation during expansion, acquisitions, or divestitures
  • Familiarity with industrial cybersecurity practices and digital transformation in midstream operations
To be considered

In order to be considered for this position you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all prescreening questions and providing your eSignature on or before the requisition closing date of 12/07/2025
. .

Phillips 66 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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