Instrument & Control Tech/Instrument & Control Tech Sr.

Berkshire Hathaway • Leesburg, VA

99d

About The Position

BHE GT&S has an exciting opportunity as an Instrument and Control Technician/Instrument & Control Technician Sr. at our Leesburg Station in Leesburg, VA. This role installs, maintains, and troubleshoots instrumentation control circuits and equipment related to natural gas processes such as the compression, dehydration, measurement, transmission, and storage of natural gas. Installation includes mounting, wiring, connecting, testing, configuring, and programming instruments and devices. Maintenance includes routine calibration and functional testing of process instruments and devices, documentation of calibration data collected during inspections utilizing the instrument inspection monitoring system, and verification of data communication systems that provide real-time process and alarm information to the facility control center. Troubleshooting includes the utilization of equipment such as a laptop computer, multi-meter, instrument/device communicator, device software, and documenting process calibrator, etc. Develops and maintains interactive work relationships to accurately and effectively complete job responsibilities. Directs, advises, instructs, inspects, supports, and/or assists contractors and employees in the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of assets. Ensures regulatory and compliance standards are met.

Requirements

• Two-year degree with a minimum of one year direct hands-on experience in instrumentation, PLCs, and Computer Systems OR a minimum of four years direct hands-on experience in instrumentation, PLCs, and Computer Systems without a two-year degree.
• For Sr. Instrument & Control Technician: With degree, a minimum of three years direct hands-on experience; without degree, minimum of seven years direct hands-on experience.
• Ability to lead project teams and assume project supervisor role.
• Knowledge of Natural Gas and Electric Driven Gas Compressors.
• Knowledge of Gas and Fire Detection Systems.
• Knowledge of Emergency Shut Down (ESD) Systems.
• Ability to interpret control system software for diagnostic troubleshooting.
• Ability to pass electrical, electronic, and digital equipment troubleshooting tests.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical, electronic, and pneumatic equipment.
• Ability to interpret installation specifications, wiring schematics, instrument drawings, and component diagrams.
• Ability to define specifications and requisition instrumentation and control equipment.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, and draw conclusions.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Ability to communicate effectively and develop rapport.
• Ability to operate diagnostic equipment (multimeter, calibrator, oscilloscope, etc.).
• Knowledge of reciprocating and turbine engines, gas dehydration, measurement, environmental monitoring, compression, and supporting systems.
• Knowledge of electric driven compressors may be required.
• Knowledge of electrical and electronic theory and principles.
• Knowledge of Measurement devices (Pressure, Flow, Temperature, Moisture, Vibration, Speed, Density, Level) and ability to calibrate the same.
• Knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and Distributed Control Systems (DCS).
• Knowledge of Variable Frequency Drives (VFD).
• Knowledge of Human Machine Interface (HMI).
• Knowledge of Ethernet Communications Equipment.
• Knowledge of Valves and Positioners.
• Knowledge of National Electric Code and National Bureau of Standards Transmitter calibration and tolerance standards.
• Knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred Degree in Electronics & Communications Engineering.
• ISA Certification (Required within the first year of employment).

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot instrumentation control circuits and equipment related to natural gas processes.
• Mount, wire, connect, test, configure, and program instruments and devices.
• Perform routine calibration and functional testing of process instruments and devices.
• Document calibration data collected during inspections utilizing the instrument inspection monitoring system.
• Verify data communication systems that provide real-time process and alarm information to the facility control center.
• Utilize diagnostic equipment such as a laptop computer, multi-meter, and instrument/device communicator.
• Develop and maintain interactive work relationships to complete job responsibilities.
• Direct, advise, instruct, inspect, support, and/or assist contractors and employees.
• Ensure regulatory and compliance standards are met.

Benefits

• Contribute to a team-centric work environment based on mutual respect and integrity.
• Support the Company's CHAMPION culture, which centers around personal responsibility, continuous improvement, and delivering quality for our customers.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: Associate degree