Automation System Integrator

Oxy•Casper, WY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Oxy produces, markets and transports oil and natural gas to maximize value and provide resources fundamental to life. The company leverages its global leadership in carbon management to advance lower-carbon technologies and products. Headquartered in Houston, Oxy primarily operates in the United States, Middle East and North Africa. Oxy strives to attract and retain talented employees by investing in their professional development and providing rewarding opportunities for personal growth. Our goal is to meet the highest employer standards by ensuring the health and safety of our employees, protecting the environment and positively impacting our communities where we do business. Our greatest asset has been, and will continue to be, our people. We are looking for an experienced and motivated individual to fill the position of Automation System Integrator within our US Onshore Resources & Carbon Management Business Unit based in Casper Wyoming.

Requirements

2-year technical degree or equivalent working experience
1+ years Automation Specialist/Tech experience
7+ years Automation Integrator/Programming experience
3+ years of Oil Field Process Facilities experience
Advanced level of understanding of automation and electrical design principles.
Advanced Knowledge & technical skills working with PLCs, HMIs, RTUs, EFMs, POCs (Allan Bradley, Totalflow, ROCs, Coriolis, etc.) and automation end devices.
Intermediate knowledge of technical standards and guidelines (API, NEC, NFPA, IEEE, ISA, etc.)
Advanced understanding of PSSRs (Pre-Startup Safety Review) and MOCs (Management of Change)
Advanced understanding of automation systems and how they connect through networks
Advanced understanding of digital and analog I/O, programming, and troubleshooting
Proficient knowledge of analog and discrete instrumentation, and various serial and ethernet communications protocols
Experienced in tagging conventions, programming simulation and testing
Extensive expertise in safe work systems.
Expertise in Electrical / Automation construction codes and practices
Extensive knowledge of automation equipment specifications and application
Advanced Time management skills with ability to prioritize multiple tasks within the constraints of timelines
Ability to work and perform under pressure
Ability to assist in estimating budgets and manage budgets
Understanding of gas engineering principles and gas measurement standards
Proficiencies in Leadership, Mentoring and Training
Advanced Communication Skills including written, oral, and remote meeting skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficient skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and Windows Operating Systems

Nice To Haves

4-year technical degree (Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Automation Control Systems or related field or equivalent work experience

Responsibilities

All aspects of facility commissioning with focus on automation control systems
Responsible for maintaining project schedules to meet timelines
Engaged participation in project meetings and design reviews
Responsible for maintaining status reports
Develop and validate function of automation programs ensuring compliance to automation engineering documentation
Complete redlines and relevant documentation to automation engineering (C&Es, P&IDs,1-lines, etc.) to support current AS-BUILT post commissioning.
Follow company Management of Change (MOC) process
Adhere to Oxy program standardization and best practices
Support operations and automation specialists with training on automation control system functions
Support training of aspiring automation integrators on organizational processes, programming automation control systems, equipment, and documentation.
Support low VAC devices – including but not limited to transformers, breaker boxes, electrical switches, heaters, motors and analyzers
Provide troubleshooting and basic repair to 120v AC power supply to automation systems and devices.
Support troubleshooting of 480v and less of AC power availability and notify electrical team of findings needing service/repair.
Support automation end devices (switches, transmitters, etc.) - calibrate, troubleshoot, install, and use Hart communicator and multi meters
Identify and troubleshoot Ethernet, serial, satellite and wireless field communications
Responsible for ensuring alarms are within the guidelines of Oxy standards, accurately represent the process, function as intended and follow appropriate change control protocols
Communicate project activities with Asset Teams
Assist in evaluation of new technologies providing pro and con analogies
Support customers (operations) as liaison with Automation Engineering to assist in design of projects and a desired operating philosophy
Active participation in Oxy Process Improvement Teams
Ability and willingness to travel to support unassigned job areas on an as-needed basis.
Ability and willingness to work 12-hour shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays and participate in an on-call rotation when needed
Advanced teamwork and collaboration abilities with internal and external business units exemplifying a responsible attitude for personal safety and the safety of co-workers, contractors, and the public