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Automation Engineer / Specialist

Kinder Morgan, Inc. · Birmingham, AL · Yesterday
$20k/yrFull-time

About the role

The Automation Engineer/Specialist will design, develop, test, and maintain PLC based automation systems. They will also design and implement automation system networks, including specifying and configuring communications protocols, communications media, and associated hardware. This role requires extensive experience in designing and programming Allen Bradley PLC systems, including PLC-5, SLC 500, MicroLogix, and ControlLogix platforms.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, test and maintain PLC based automation systems.
  • Design and implement automation system networks, including specifying and configuring communications protocols, communications media, and associated hardware.
  • Read and interpret electrical, control and instrumentation drawings and provide reviews of design/construction drawing packages.
  • Interface with engineering project managers and operations personnel to integrate facilities and design changes with the local control center.
  • Provide technical expertise in mechanical, instrument, electrical, and/or automation specifications and standards as required.
  • Specify and procure instrumentation and controls related equipment used in automation systems.
  • Develop contractor bid documents, conduct bid process, select contractor and manage contractor throughout automation capital projects.
  • Develop and control capital projects, including developing and controlling project scope, schedule, projected costs and budgeting, risk management, and quality assurance programs.
  • Provide engineering 24/7 on-call support to Operations and Technical Support Personnel for all related software and hardware, including end devices.
  • Accountable for completing tasks with quality, in compliance with applicable codes and standards, and on schedule.

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or engineering technology from an accredited university, Electrical Engineering preferred.
  • A minimum of 5 years commensurate experience with emphasis in industrial automation system design, programming, maintenance, and technical analysis as described, may be acceptable in lieu of engineering degree.
  • Minimum of 5 years of Instrumentation and Control Engineering, Systems Integration or related/applicable experience.
  • Working experience/knowledge of the following systems, software and hardware:
    • Allen Bradley PLC-5 (RSLogix 5), SLC-500 and Micrologix PLCs (RSLogix 500), and ControlLogix systems (RSLogix/Studio 5000).
    • FactoryTalk View ME and legacy RSView32Prosoft gateways for protocol conversion for AB PLCs, and other brands of protocol converters such as Moxa and Redlion.
    • Troubleshooting and supporting DH+ networks.
    • Experience converting legacy hardware to newer technology is a plus.
    • Experience with project management, leading projects, coordinating with other disciplines and scheduling.
    • Experience with refinery and splitting processes is a plus.

Skills

  • Experience in designing and implementing communications networks, utilizing a variety of communication protocols, including but not limited to TCP/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, Ethernet/IP, and Serial Modbus.
  • Knowledge and understanding of hydraulics for liquid pipelines.
  • Knowledge of and ability to apply codes and standards such as UL508A, NEC (NFPA 70), API 500, and API 1165.
  • Ability to interpret NEC code for control panels to meet NEC specifications and/or company standards during design and FAT and/or field installation.
  • Design and construction knowledge of electrical hazardous area applications (Class 1, Div. 1 and 2).
  • Ability to learn additional and/or new programming languages and skills as needed, such as VFDs software, line monitoring system, power quality meters.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings and diagrams, electrical schematics, piping and instrument drawings (P&IDs), flow charts and cause and effect diagrams.
  • Previous Field /Startup Engineering, Design Engineering, and/or Operations experience desired.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work with both company and non-company personnel to accomplish goals.
  • PC-based skills, including MS Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, Power Point and Project).
  • Proficiency in basic engineering skills and possession of well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex technical matters.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills, especially for obsolete control systems.
  • Maintain a high degree of attention to detail while managing multiple assignments with various deadlines and responsibility levels.

Benefits

This position has the opportunity to work a hybrid schedule, with work conducted in the office Monday through Wednesday and work from home Thursday and Friday. The position may be filled at various levels depending upon experience and job skills of the successful candidate.

Pay

The pay range for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Schedule

The position may be filled at various levels depending upon experience and job skills of the successful candidate. The position has the opportunity to work a hybrid schedule, with work conducted in the office Monday through Wednesday and work from home Thursday and Friday.

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