Automation Systems Integrator

About the role

Oxy is seeking a skilled Automation Technician to join our team. This position is responsible for the proper installation, function testing, and calibration of automation equipment, as well as supporting the automation commissioning process.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for proper installation, function tests and calibration of all automation equipment meeting engineering design specifications on facilities
• Supports coordination of oversight of automation commissioning with Project Manager
• Serves as technical resource for facility controls systems and field instrumentation including level, pressure, flow, vibration, and other instruments
• Ensures commissioning activities are executed in compliance with relevant industry and company Process Control standards
• Identifies problem areas with instrumentation and control systems and reports to automation engineering for improvement opportunities
• Communicates with Automation Engineering and Facilities Engineering regarding design issues and redline documents as necessary for final as built documentation
• Programs PLCs and HMIs to comply with engineering documentation with emphasis on Allen Bradley PLCs and Compact Logix control systems
• Troubleshoots complex PLC programs, RTUs, and HMIs
• Troubleshoots and resolves Process Control, Control Network, and Instrumentation issues
• Works weekends and supports after hour call outs

Requirements

• 2-year Instrumentation or Automation technology degree with a GPA of 2.5 or higher (or foreign equivalent), or equivalent technical working experience with a good track record of safety
• 3+ years of Oil Field experience
• Intermediate knowledge of well RTU designs, programming and troubleshooting
• Intermediate knowledge of analog and discrete instrumentation, and various serial and ethernet communications protocols
• Intermediate knowledge of technical standards and guidelines (API, NEC, NFPA, IEEE, ISA, etc.)
• Basic knowledge of maintaining PLC programs in function block, ladder logic, and structured text
• Basic knowledge of maintaining local HMI operator interfaces
• Ability and willingness to work 10-hour shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays and participate in an on-call rotation
• Ability and willingness to travel to unassigned job areas on an as-needed basis
• Work in remote fields with potential for overnight stays
• Able to work safely around instrumentation and electrical systems
• Capable of working responsibly with limited supervision
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and Windows Operating Systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Automation with GPA of 3.0 or higher (or foreign equivalent)
• 5+ years of Oil Field experience
• Strong electrical background with State Accredited license
• 1+ years of upstream oil and gas automation experience
• Experience with Allen-Bradley & Rosemount
• Able to read and understand Cause & Effects, P&ID’s, wiring diagrams, control narratives, etc.
• Basic ability to troubleshoot control networks for well sites, well pads, tank battery, saltwater disposal and compressor stations (ControlNet, Ethernet I/P, Network Switches, fiber optics, RF communications)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with management, technical, and field personnel

Benefits

The Company offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Health and wellness programs
• Retirement savings plans
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance programs
• Professional development opportunities
• Discounts on products and services

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Pay

The salary range for this position is: $42 - $57 hourly

Schedule

Schedules may vary depending on location. Ability and willingness to work weekends and support after hour call outs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.