Automation Specialist

Targa Resources Corp.•Midland, TX

40d

About The Position

The Automation Specialist is a member of the team that is responsible for providing support through the daily operations of the Targa Pipeline Gas Plant Automation HMI/PLC hardware/software systems and related process control systems that ensure reliable gas plant operations. This position will be focused on Targa's Permian area of operation.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
Design/analysis experience in automation design.
Design/analysis experience with software HMI\PLC\DCS systems.
Problem solving - the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully
Communication - the individual speaks and writes clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, demonstrates group presentations skills and conducts meetings.
Building Effective Teams - create strong morale and spirit within the team, shares wins and successes, fosters open dialogue, defines success in terms of the whole team, and creates feeling of belonging in the team.
Regular and reliable attendance.

Nice To Haves

HMI and PLC\DCS Systems Design Engineering with 5+ years' experience
In depth knowledge and project design experience with HMI Systems and PLC\DCS with end to end responsibility.
In depth knowledge with Allen Bradly PLCs, Controllogix, Compactlogix, and slc500 and micrologix1400.
In depth knowledge with other PLCs, GE, Modicon, Bristol, Scadapack a plus
In depth knowledge of industry standard HMI software and platforms - Wonderware System Platform and Rockwell FactoryTalk.
In depth knowledge of DSC systems, DeltaV, Honeywell, and GE Matrix a plus
In depth knowledge of programming languages, UI design, databases
Highly organized individuals capable of working on multiple projects simultaneously
Strong technical writing skills for the development of design standards and specifications
Ability to collaborate as a team and act as a team leader in a group of cross functional engineers
User knowledge with AutoCAD, Visio, Ms Office and Ms Project, Excel
Knowledge of electrical design, materials and methods installation.

Responsibilities

Provide daily operational support for Plant Automation HMI\PLC systems.
Work closely with Engineering, and Operations to ensure the Gas Plant Automation HMI\PLC Systems are being developed to established standards.
Implement modification based on control narrative and C&E information.
Work closely with O&M groups to ensure the efficient and reliable delivery of fully functional and maintainable systems, as well as provide expertise for ongoing operational support
Assist in the development and maintenance of design standards, templates and tools for the Gas Plant Automation HMI\PLC Systems.
Collaborate with internal and external customer(s) to determine operational needs and requirements of Plant Automation HMI\PLC systems.
Implement Gas Plant Automation HMI\PLC system projects, including engineering oversight, task management, and implementing lessons learned, found during project execution.
Position will require travel (less than 40%)

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