Controls Engineer

Controls EngineerLocation: Houston, TXOnsite Flexibility: HybridContract Details:Position Type: ContractContract Duration: 9 months (could extend)Pay Rate: $55.00–$58.00 / Hour (USD)Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.Job SummaryThe Controls Engineer will support validation and data quality efforts for Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) and control systems within a large, regulated industrial environment. The primary focus of this role is Digital Cause & Effect (DiCE) automated metrics table population, Cause & Effect (C&E) document tag comparison, and control system tag validation.Key ResponsibilitiesDiCE Metrics Table Population:Populate and maintain automated DiCE metrics tables using established templates and validation rulesClean, organize, and transform large datasets to ensure accurate metrics reportingPerform consistency checks to verify alignment across data sourcesTrack progress against defined validation milestones and report status to project leadsC&E Documentation Validation:Execute tag-by-tag comparisons between Cause & Effect (C&E) documentation and reference sources (e.g., instrument lists, I/O lists, logic narratives)Identify discrepancies including missing tags, naming mismatches, duplicate entries, or incorrect associationsLog and document findings in structured tracking tools with clear, repeatable evidenceSIS / Controls Tag Validation:Validate SIS and control system tags for completeness, accuracy, and consistency across documentation and systemsSupport large-scale validation efforts by executing repeatable checks across multiple document setsEscalate unresolved discrepancies to senior controls or SIS engineers with summarized impacts and supporting documentationRequired SkillsStrong Excel and data-driven skill set, including working with large datasetsAbility to perform repetitive validation tasks accurately and consistentlyStrong organizational and documentation skillsClear written communication skills for issue logging and status reportingPrior exposure to SIS, controls, DCS/PLC or instrumentation environmentsBenefitsMedical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans401k Retirement FundAbout GTTGTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.Job Number: 26-04772