Automation Ops Tech

Magnolia Oil & Gas Operating•Giddings, TX

About The Position

The Automation Technician designs, installs, programs, and maintains automation systems that support safe and reliable oil and gas production. The role works with SCADA, instrumentation, and electronic control systems, and troubleshoots and repairs field equipment. It is suited to someone with hands-on production equipment experience who enjoys solving problems in the field. The position regularly involves working around chemical and mechanical systems in indoor and outdoor environments, with potential exposure to heat, humidity, inclement weather, and loud noise. Physical tasks include moving equipment or pipes, sustained activity, frequent use of limbs and hands, operating computers and tools, and occasional stair or ladder use to inspect or install production equipment components. The role participates in a rotational on-call schedule.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 3 years of experience as an automation, instrumentation, or process controls technician.
Active, unrestricted driver’s license and a safe driving record.
Ability to interpret equipment manuals and P&IDs.
Ability to apply mathematical concepts in practical situations.
Strong analytical and reasoning skills, including problem solving, collecting data, establishing facts, and drawing valid conclusions.
Experience with RTUs, EFMs, VFDs, PLC programming (Idec, ScadaPack, Allen Bradley), communication protocols, and radio communications.
Familiarity with entering, monitoring, and evaluating data in operations management systems, including production systems such as Ignition or similar SCADA systems and Merrick/Evin.
Ability to understand relationships between databases, programs, and GUI systems.
Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team to establish and meet deadlines, goals, and objectives.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Windows, Microsoft Office-based programs, and diagnostic programs.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of ABB Totalflow, Emerson ROC and FB platforms, wireless cellular radios, HMIs, Weatherford POCs, and Modbus protocol is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure automation equipment, including safety devices and systems, is functioning properly.
Plan and conduct independent work requiring judgment in evaluating, selecting, applying, and adapting new systems.
Design, assemble, install, and maintain automation systems, instrumentation wiring, and equipment using computer software and tools.
Troubleshoot I&E systems and diagnose failure points.
Apply lessons learned across the field to drive continuous improvement.
Manage TCP/IP networking, instrumentation calibrations, wireless instrumentation, and solar-powered systems.
Assist other team members with troubleshooting and repair of field equipment as needed.
Recognize and correct unsafe acts or conditions and stop work when necessary.
Communicate effectively and professionally across departments to promote collaboration and alignment.
Participate in a rotational on-call schedule.