25-031.P - SCADA Engineer

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Working knowledge of SCADA architecture design including control, measurement and safety systems for oil and gas production and pipeline facilities.
• Conduct feasibility studies, conduct site surveys and develop recommendations and cost estimates for the installation of new SCADA systems or for the upgrade of existing systems.
• Keep abreast of new SCADA related developments and technology in areas such as equipment, software, governmental regulations, advanced business applications, alternate site business recovery and communications.
• Program and troubleshoot ladder logic and function block PLC programming on platforms including Siemens S7, Allen-Bradley SLC and Control Logix, GE Fanuc, Square D and Modicon.
• Install and calibrate field instrumentation including devices that measure temperature, pressure and flow.
• Install and troubleshoot multiple PLC\RTU\EFM radio, cellular, satellite and web based telemetry systems.
• Set up and maintain computer and controller networks using Ethernet, Profibus, Device Net and Control Net.
• Read, understand and troubleshoot electrical prints and diagrams.
• Perform field wiring to instrumentation and control panels.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose problems with Siemens, Allen-Bradley and Danfoss Soft Starters and Variable Frequency Drives. Document SCADA systems per established procedures.
• Manage Internal and External resources to optimize field work processes, field process control and safety systems.
• Work with field SCADA Technicians to troubleshoot and diagnose SCADA related problems.
• Mentor and help train junior level SCADA Engineers through training and review of their work plans and system installs.
• Coordinate and participate in the design, development and administration of standards and documentation for all SCADA configuration databases, applications programming and core SCADA functions.
• Enforce adherence to corporate SCADA standards.
• Design, Program, and Troubleshoot HMI applications to include graphical design, scripting, and database queries on platforms including WonderWare Intouch, WonderWare Archestra, and/or Schnider Electric ClearScada.
• Adheres to the company's values - integrity, ownership, urgency, alignment and innovation.
• Supports company vision and mission.
• Adheres to established work schedule, attendance standards and is punctual to work and meetings.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• Three (3) to ten (10) years of SCADA or automation experience, preferably in the oil and gas industry, with a special emphasis in HMI development.
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with individuals at all levels of the company.
• Strong ability in diagnosing and solving SCADA related problems while maintaining patience, professionalism, and courtesy.
• Understanding of SCADA system setup and maintenance with regard to administration, programming, database administration, telemetry, and RTU input management understanding of the technology related to SCADA design and maintenance of a SCADA system.
• Ability to establish priorities, meet deadlines, and concentrate on detailed information in a fast-paced and demanding work environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, other departments, officials, and the public.
• Solid understanding of desktop computers, printers, and general office applications.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, with specific ability to translate complex computer/information systems information into an organized and presentable manner.
• Ability to complete multiple, diverse tasks of differing priorities.
• Proficiency in the use and application of the following software:

Required: WonderWare family of applications
Preferred: Microsoft Office, DirectSoft.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year university or college with a degree in information technology, electrical engineering, computer science, or a closely related field or minimum of 10 years industry experience in a SCADA related position.