Specialist-Automation & Controls, Sr.

Primary purpose:

Provide technical leadership and support to gas processing plant and compression operations facilities to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of Automation & Control equipment and systems, with a primary focus on the maintenance, administration, and optimization of the Emerson DeltaV Distributed Control System, or DCS. Responsibilities also include supporting employee training and development, capital and O&M budgeting, project execution, and technical support functions.

Minimum requirements :

Education:

- Associate’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical field.
- A minimum of eight years of direct and active work experience in gas processing plant operations, automation, controls, instrumentation, or technical analysis may be considered as a substitute for a degree.

Experience/Specific Knowledge:

- Extensive hands-on experience and advanced knowledge in programming, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting Emerson DeltaV DCS systems within a process plant environment.
- Strong understanding of DeltaV system architecture, including ProfessionalPlus stations, Application Stations, control networks, electronic marshalling, and CHARMs.
- Demonstrated experience with DeltaV virtualization infrastructure, including Hyper-V or DeltaV Virtual Studio management.
- In-depth knowledge of Emerson DeltaV PCSD standards and structured configuration methodologies.
- Demonstrated proficiency developing graphics in DeltaV Live, including native standard features, scripting, and display topology.
- Strong technical understanding of High-Performance HMI design philosophies, including the use of grayscale graphics for process visualization.
- Demonstrated experience with alarm management, lifecycle configuration, and alarm rationalization workflows.
- Knowledge of PLC ladder logic, Wonderware InTouch, and one or more additional programming languages used in automation.
- Ability to learn new programming skills as needed.
- Experience with standard industrial communication techniques and protocols, including Ethernet, Modbus, Profibus, and other proprietary communication protocols.
- Experience with specification and procurement of physical communication media, including copper, fiber-optic, and radio communications.
- Knowledge and/or application experience with national and international instrumentation, electrical, and controls standards.
- Construction knowledge related to electrically hazardous area applications.
- Thorough knowledge of and ability to consistently apply company policies, practices, and regulatory requirements.

Certifications, Licenses & Registrations:

- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel).

Competencies, Skills & Abilities:

- Ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, control, and instrumentation drawings, including flow charts, cause/effect diagrams, and Piping and Instrument Drawings, or P&IDs.
- Demonstrated intermediate proficiency with Microsoft applications, including but not limited to Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, for word processing, presentations, spreadsheets, and information retrieval.
- Strong problem-solving skills, including logical thought processes and the ability to resolve simple to complex issues.
- Ability to organize, schedule, and prioritize workload to meet multiple schedules and objectives on short notice.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments with varying deadlines and levels of responsibility.
- Ability to resolve conflict in a win-win manner.
- Ability to work effectively with a team, take direction from management, adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
- Ability to meet performance expectations as defined by the department and customer.
- Must be able to perform all essential and marginal functions of the job.
- Job level will be commensurate with experience and skill sets. Position will be filled depending on the qualifications, experience, and skill sets of the successful candidate.