Automation Specialist, NGL

Wolf Midstream•Strathcona County, AB

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This full-time position is based out of the Wolf Feedstock Separation Facility (WFS) in Sturgeon County, Alberta. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the Automation Specialist provides professional technical support for the programming, configuration, maintenance, and managed modification of industrial automation, information, and control systems across all Wolf NGL facilities. The role is responsible for implementing continuous improvement initiatives and optimizing control systems, communications networks, and associated standards in collaboration with Maintenance, Operations, and Corporate IT teams. The Automation Specialist also works closely with Engineering to develop and implement strategies that maximize system reliability and ensure the safe operation of facilities.

Requirements

Journeyman Instrumentation certification or industry relevant equivalent training and experience related to Automation and control systems from an approved educational institution.
A minimum of 10 years of control system experience, with preference given to candidates with direct NGL facility experience
Knowledge and experience of industry related safe work practices
Knowledge of OT system networking and cyber security principles
Must possess strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
Must consistently strive for personal and operational improvement including the ability to upgrade required skills and competencies
Results orientated with the ability to work without supervision and can manage many concurrent unrelated activities
Ability to perform root cause analysis and troubleshooting within a live process facility environment
Superior computer skills
Clean driving record
Industry related Safety training

Nice To Haves

A dual ticket will be considered an asset
Experience with the DeltaV Live DCS, Allen Bradley PLC’s, Autosol SCADA systems, AMS, ATMOS leak detection, Omni Flow Computers and general telecom systems would be an asset
Low and Medium voltage system experience would also be an asset

Responsibilities

Configure, maintain, troubleshoot & promote continuous improvements to process control software systems, including the distributed control system (DCS), PLCs, asset management & leak detection software, analytical & measurement related equipment
Support Facility Operations by improving system reliability & minimizing downtime with safety as the primary focus
Maintain telecom systems for SCADA & corporate network and all related hardware & equipment
Provide on-site support for NGL business unit related IT issues
Adhere to cyber security standards, and facilitation of periodic system penetration testing
Interpret P&IDs, shutdown keys, electrical schematics, and control narratives
Participate in the MOC process for operational modifications to the automation & control systems
Consult with Operations and Engineering on technical issues pertaining to automation, including designs, estimates and scheduling relating to project commitments and maintenance objectives
Collaborate with planning teams to organize & procure materials for scheduled outages
Organize and supervise 3rd party automation contractors, development and review of scope of work proposals
Oversee project work from an automation perspective, including witnessing system installation, testing (FAT/SAT), and commissioning
Participate in facility alarm management processes
Create, maintain & verify control system Engineering / Maintenance standards and procedures
Provide technical support for peripheral control center video and security systems
Ability to identify and communicate deficiencies and process deviations through work orders and Hazard IDs.
Responsible for reviewing, maintaining and completing the automation work orders
Remains competent through yearly review of Maintenance Standards and Procedures
Assist and participate in EHS meetings, inspections, and all other EHS requirements
Ability to respond to operational impacting control system issues outside of regular work hours
Will be required to work away from home for extended periods