Lead LNG Technician (Plant Control Systems)

BHE GT&S has an exciting career opportunity for a Lead LNG Technician (Plant Control Systems) located at our Cove Point facility in Lusby, MD.

The Lead LNG Lead Technician (Plant Control Systems) reports directly to the Supervisor-LNG Operations (Plant Controls System) and is a member of multi-disciplined team responsible for the safe, compliant and reliable operation and maintenance of a liquefied natural gas (LNG) import/export and re-gasification terminal Distributed Control System (DCS) including LNG process systems infrastructure, emergency response systems, power/steam generation rotating machinery and auxiliary control support systems.

The Lead LNG Technician (Plant Control Systems) is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and upgrading complex control systems that support LNG facility operations. This role provides technical leadership for the facility’s Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and associated process control and automation platforms.

Key responsibilities include the configuration, maintenance, optimization, and upgrade of DCS hardware and software, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs), Operator Training Simulator (OTS), alarm management systems, industrial networking infrastructure, system administration, and cybersecurity controls.

The position also supports the Operational Technology (OT) cybersecurity compliance systems, including asset inventory tools, application whitelisting, intrusion detection systems, password vault solutions, and disaster recovery platforms. The Lead LNG Technician (Plant Control Systems) ensures timely updates, compliance with cybersecurity standards, and the overall reliability, security, and availability of plant control systems.

The successful candidate must be willing to work in an industrial environment and will be responsible for the reliability of the facility’s Distributed Control Systems (DCS) while ensuring the facility operates in full compliance with site, company, local, state, and federal policies, regulations, and procedures while also supporting continuous improvement, reliability initiatives, and cross-functional coordination. A strong commitment to safety and adherence to established protocols is essential to maintain the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the terminal.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Perform all activities with emphasis on a proactive and preventative maintenance approach based on industry’s best practices, manufacturer recommendations, and regulatory requirements to include but not limited to: FERC, PHMSA, NFPA, USCG, DOT, MDOL, MDE and EPA.
• Recognizes the safety, environmental and facility reliability consequences of actions taken maintaining the highest levels of safety and environmental compliance.
• Lead, coordinate, and execute DCS activities under the direction of the Supervisor-LNG Operations (Plant Controls System).
• Work closely with and directly support the facility’s operations teams, providing control system technical expertise to ensure the plant control systems meet operational needs.
• Respond to control system issues affecting facility operations, assisting with start-ups, shutdowns, and abnormal operating conditions, and implementing improvements that enhance operational reliability and performance.
• Work on complex control and network systems, including troubleshooting and repairing system issues, performing detailed diagnostics, and replacing or upgrading components as required.
• Perform control loop logic modifications, testing, tuning, and validation across DCS, Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), and PLC‑based subsystems by analyzing process response, optimizing control parameters, and verifying system performance.
• Monitors and maintains the DCS and related network hardware and software for security and performance issues, troubleshooting and resolving issues when they occur.
• Performs periodic backup on all DCS / PLC controllers, network, and computers.
• Review and analyze alarm history to identify nuisance and low‑value alarms, improving operational efficiency and supporting effective alarm management practices.
• Working with site’s Control Engineer, submit drawing and configuration changes made on the DCS per the site’s modification and Management of Change (MOC) process.
• Train, mentor and support the development of less experienced Plant Control System Technicians, promoting technical competency, operational consistency, and adherence to control system standards.
• Obtain a solid understanding of all plant DCS, SIS, PLC control systems associated with LNG Liquefaction, LNG Regasification, Ship Loading and Power Generation processes.
• Utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) (Maximo and Oracle) to manage assets, work orders, inventory, and scheduling to increase efficiency, reduce downtime, and streamline maintenance operations with a proactive approach.
• May assist in the development, implementation, and execution of DCS and OT cybersecurity policies and procedures.
• May be required to be on-call and/or work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

• Preferred: Emerson Delta V System Administrator level knowledge and experience for system maintenance, patching and troubleshooting. Experience with GE MK Vie Controls, Woodward Controls, Compressor Anti-surge Controls, Allen Bradly PLCs. Recent experience with LNG, petrochemical NGL, cryogenic natural gas processing, hydrocarbon processing or power generation. Startup/Commissioning experience is a plus. Maximo and Oracle experience is a plus.

  **Relocation assistance for this position is available dependent upon meeting eligibility requirements.