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Field Controls and Automation Engineer

@ Accelerated Mobile Power
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The Woodlands, Texas, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Troubleshoots equipment, Troubleshoots PLCs, Programs software
Requirements Summary:1-5 years in automation/controls; legally eligible to work in the US without sponsorship; valid driver’s license; 18+; travel up to 90%; 4-year degree preferred; ability to pass pre-employment tests.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Siemens, PLC, HMI, VFD, SCADA, P&ID, PFD, SCL, Microsoft Office
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Field Controls and Automation Engineer 



 



Job Description 



 



Department: Controls & Automation



Job Status: Full-Time



FLSA Status: Salary-Exempt



Reports To: Controls & Automation Manager



Location: Midland, TX, The Woodlands, TX, or Leetsdale, PA



Amount of Travel Required: >75%



Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (overtime as needed)



Positions Supervised: N/A



 



 



POSITION SUMMARY:



 



The Field Controls & Automation Engineer will be responsible for partnering with internal and external stakeholders to familiarize themselves with Evolution’s hardware, software, and network strategy; administer controls environment (hardware, software, networks); maintaining and executing automation solutions that enhance the control systems capabilities. They will be responsible for assisting operations and maintenance in sustaining equipment availability through the controls & automation platform. They will ensure that any malfunction relating to the controls & automation system are thoroughly investigated for a root cause, the remediating solution is implemented, and documentation is accurately created or modified and appropriately stored for future reference. They will actively be assisting during any event involving equipment lack of availability and will participate in any communication or meetings surrounding the shutdown. They will ensure resolution or subsequent projects are completed in a timely manner and will verify quick response in order to restore the field operations and ensure maximum operational capability is maintained at all times.



 



 



ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (The following duties and responsibilities are all essential job functions, as defined by the ADA, except for those that begin with the word "may.")




  • Troubleshoots and performs necessary electrical, controls or communication system repairs to malfunctioning equipment during rig up processes and/or during normal operations.

  • Understands equipment electrical controls and can actively work to troubleshoot issues with PLC’s, controllers, networks, VFD’s and power systems, controls & automation software, and all other related elements.

  • Maintains high level of knowledge on controls systems, hardware, and programming/software standards and market trends to keep company environment current.

  • Program software to PLCs, HMIs, VFDS, routers, switches, instrumentation, and other related programmable equipment.

  • Provide training for operations on new processes and technology related to controls & automation objectives.

  • Responsible for executing projects involving the controls platform and all related hardware, software, and networks

  • Works as a team with the fleet technicians, electrical supervisors, digital technology team to manage efficiencies when starting up equipment on new pads before well open.

  • High proficiency in the maintenance of control systems for pumps, blenders, gas conditioning and power generation equipment.

  • Actively serves as central point of contact for third-party automation integrators.

  • Will be required to engage with various technology vendors and partners.

  • Will be required to travel for discussions with stakeholders, direct operational support and/or technology R&D or deployments

  • First point of contact for operations support for technical support of controls platform to ensure continuity of operations

  • Provide on call support as needed 24/7 to support operations with controls & automation related issues.

  • Performs daily safe operations according to company policies.

  • Participates in company safety initiatives including daily programs (written documentation, observations, etc.) and adheres to policies and procedures to ensure the wellbeing of all employees and drive operational excellence.

  • Complies with all government, industry and EVO regulations and standards to ensure a healthy and safe work environment for all employees.

  • Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

  • Performs other related duties as assigned to assist with successful operations and business continuity.