Automation Technician

NGL Energy Partners LP • Carlsbad, NM

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Automation Technician performs work of high skill in the inspection, calibration, repair, testing, adjusting, installation and removal of electronic equipment and systems. This position will work closely with the Automation specialists to ensure quality repairs, device installations and integration of the automation systems and other equipment while maintaining and modifying components to full service capacity. The Automation Technician must possess skills to perform electrical troubleshooting installs and repairs.

Requirements

• Must work safely at all times.
• Regular attendance at the worksite is required.
• Understand relationships between database, programs and GUI systems.
• Electrician skills capable of interpreting one line electrical drawings, P&ID’s, troubleshooting 480/220 electrical circuits utilizing multi-meters and meg-ohm meters.
• Wide range of knowledge with most rotating equipment.
• Hydraulic and electrical skills.
• Camera equipment, systems and analytics.
• Window-based devices, scanners and printers.
• Ability to read and understand blue prints.
• Good knowledge of MS Office, Word, and Excel.
• Problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to work overtime as necessary.
• Ability to be a positive representative of the Company both internally and externally.
• Ability to work with respect and cooperation at all times with fellow employees and customers.
• RTU's, VFD's, PLC Programming (Idec, ScadaPack, Allen Bradley), Communication protocols & radio communications.
• Requires an Automation Technician certification or apprenticeship, or an equivalent number of years of education and production maintenance experience.
• Valid Driver’s License is required.

Nice To Haves

• Oilfield experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate timekeeping in HR management system and submit on time per payroll deadlines.
• Provide electrical installation and maintenance of automation systems.
• Manage Instrumentation Calibrations, Wireless Instrumentation and Solar Powered System.
• Design, develop and maintain technical and operations documentation for each facility, as well as other end users using the Automation system.
• Assist IT department in troubleshooting and maintaining internet connection and equipment at each facility for the Automation system, as well as other critical systems.
• Order, manage installation and maintain the inventory of automation devices including motor controllers, drives, and PLC equipment used at the facilities.
• Understand and utilize internal CMMS ticket system and external support for devices.
• Coordinate Networking TCP/IP with internal IT Department.
• Verify third party work to include materials needed, proposals and invoices, and coordinate start and completion schedules.
• Interface with other groups within the company (Operations, EHS, GIS, Accounting, Engineering, etc.) to ensure user needs are met.
• Develop and maintain training tools to help other engineers, operators and controllers maintain and operate the system and facilities.
• Assist with installations, commissioning, maintenance, testing and troubleshooting of automation systems.
• Take callouts on evenings and weekends.

Benefits

• NGL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• NGL will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
• NGL is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process.
• NGL participates in the federal E-Verify program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED