Automation Specialist III

Automation Specialist III (Mid-Senior Level) — Upstream Oil & Gas | Carlsbad, NM Overview If you’re an automation professional who thrives on solving real-world control problems, improving system reliability, and bringing seasoned judgment to PLC and instrumentation design, this role is built for you. As an Automation Specialist III, you’ll serve as a technical subject matter expert for upstream onshore oil and gas producing operations—owning installation, programming, calibration, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of automation and electrical equipment. From validating control logic to commissioning control systems and supporting field instrumentation, your expertise will directly impact uptime, safety, and operational performance in the field. Required Skills Minimum 5+ years of Oil & Gas experience7+ years of experience as an Automation Specialist2-year Instrumentation or Automation technology degree with GPA 2.5+ (or foreign equivalent) OR equivalent technical working experience with a strong safety track recordMastery of well RTU designs, including programming and troubleshootingStrong working knowledge of analog and discrete instrumentationProficiency with serial and Ethernet communications protocolsAdvanced knowledge maintaining PLC programs in:Function BlockLadder LogicStructured TextAdvanced knowledge maintaining local HMI operator interfacesAbility to work safely and responsibly in and around instrumentation and electrical systems (including fit test for air and working from an aerial manlift platform)Ability and willingness to:Work 12-hour shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call rotationTravel to unassigned job areas as neededFamiliarity with and ability to follow PLC programming practices, standards, and MOC proceduresProficient with CMMS (e.g., SAP) to support maintenance workflowsAdvanced knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Windows OSWorking knowledge and adherence to applicable technical standards/guidelines (API, NEC, NFPA, IEEE, ISA, etc.) Nice to Have Skills Experience with Allen-Bradley and RosemountAbility to read, understand, and red-line: Cause & Effects, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, control narratives, and related documentationAdvanced troubleshooting of control networks for well sites and related infrastructure including:ControlNet, Ethernet/IP, Network SwitchesFiber optics and RF communicationsStrong communication and interpersonal skills—able to collaborate effectively with management, technical teams, and field personnelExperience supporting design reviews and process hazard analysis Preferred Education And Experience Preferred: 2-year Instrumentation or Automation technology degree (GPA 2.5+), or equivalent technical experiencePreferred seniority: Mid-Senior / expert-level automation experience, including advanced PLC logic troubleshooting and commissioning/control validation in oil & gas environments Other Requirements Travel: Willingness to travel to unassigned areas as neededSafety/field work: Ability to pass air fit test and work from an aerial manliftLocation: Carlsbad, NMDuration:12+ monthsTarget compensation:$69.00/hour Ready to bring your PLC and controls expertise to an operation that values field-proven problem solving? Submit your application today for Automation Specialist III in Carlsbad, NM—we’d love to review your experience.