LNG Plant Control Systems Technician/Sr LNG Plant Control Systems Technician

Berkshire Hathaway Energy•Lusby, MD

53d•Onsite

About The Position

BHE GT&S is an interstate natural gas transmission and storage company that gives large customers more options in moving gas safely, reliably and efficiently. Headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, with operations in 10 states, BHE GT&S employees take pride in our work and are committed to innovative and sustainable natural gas energy solutions. Through our liquefied natural gas facilities, multi-state pipeline systems, and storage operations we support a number of large customers, including major utilities, power plants, marine transportation and heavy-duty trucking, along with manufacturing. Our employees are integral to our success and work hard to exceed customer expectations. We provide fulfilling employment opportunities, are committed to attracting and retaining the best employees, and focus on providing a safe and inclusive work environment. Our benefits are designed to offer choices to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Some of those choices include medical plans for individuals and families; health savings account or flexible spending accounts; dental and vision benefits for individuals and families; life insurance; hours of paid time off accrued per pay period; paid holidays; paid bereavement leave; 401(k) plan with employer match; short- and long-term disability plans; paid parental leave; educational assistance; adoption assistance; and other voluntary benefits such as auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and identity protection. Employees also participate in the company's performance incentive plan based on plan eligibility. This award is made at management's discretion and is based on your overall performance and the company's performance. Non-exempt roles are eligible for overtime. BHE GT&S is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation. BHE GT&S has an exciting career opportunity as an LNG Plant Control Systems Technician/Senior LNG Plant Control Systems Technician located at our Cove Point Facility located in Lusby, MD. The LNG Plant Control Systems Technician / Sr LNG Plant Control System Technician (DCS) reports directly to the DCS Supervisor and is a member of a multi-disciplined crew responsible for the SAFE Operation and Maintenance of a liquefied natural gas (LNG) import /export and re-gasification terminal including LNG process systems infrastructure controls, emergency response, electrical and emergency power generation, turbines, auxiliary control support systems, PLC, and Distributed Control System (DCS). Dedication sensitivity to safety issues and compliance with policies and procedures is essential for the safe reliable and efficient operation of the terminal. The LNG Plant Control Systems Technician / Sr LNG Plant Control System Technician (DCS) specific job responsibilities include the following: The successful candidate must be willing to work in an industrial environment, including time spent performing DCS technician engineering room and field work including the inspection, testing, service, repair, configuration, calibration, and installation of automated control systems, Human Machine Interface (HMI) consoles, network hardware, and related components that would be found in industrial facilities such as a power station, chemical plant, manufacturing facility, petrochemical NGL, cryogenic natural gas processing or hydrocarbon facility. Work on complex and detailed control systems, troubleshoots and repairs control and network systems, and replaces component parts as required. Under the supervision or direction of an experienced Senior or Lead, maintain the DCS network hardware and configuration, perform changes to existing Emerson DeltaV logic and HMI graphics, GE MK VIe or Woodward Combustion/Steam Turbine Controls, Allen Bradley and other local Programmable Logic Controls (PLCs) and other duties as assigned. Performs periodic backup on all DCS / PLC controllers, network and supporting computers. Submit drawings and configuration changes made on the DCS, network, and field instrumentation following the site's modification and MOC process. Assist in training and guiding less experienced Technicians and addressing Operations control system concerns. Obtain a basic understanding of all plant DCS, Safety Instrumented System (SIS), PLC, LNG regasification and liquefaction processes and control systems. Understands control systems for plant utilities, including air, water, power generation, and nitrogen Monitors or assists in the loading/unloading of LNG ships. May perform the duties of an LNG Technician (DCS) in a rotational shift environment, including holidays, weekends, and nights. Participates in training on environmental safety, operations and security procedures. Recognizes the safety and environmental consequences of actions taken. Maintains the highest levels of environmental and safety compliance. Performs all duties applying safety protocols and adhering to regulatory mandates. Reviews and analyzes alarm history to improve operational efficiencies and eliminate nuisance alarms Assists in the development, implementation, and execution of OT cybersecurity policies and procedures. Manages updates on all cybersecurity OT compliance software used for asset inventory, whitelisting, intrusion detection, password vault, disaster recovery, and intrusion detection. Relocation assistance for this position is available dependent upon meeting eligibility requirements.

Requirements

2+ years of related experience.
Applied knowledge of automated control system instruments such as flow meters, pressure gauges, thermocouples, regulators and other industrial components
Competency in performing Distributed Controls System (DCS) or Programmable Logic Controls (PLCs) changes in logic, graphics, control loop configuration and network configuration.
Previous work experience demonstrating technical knowledge of Emerson DeltaV, ABB Infi-90 and Allen Bradley control systems.
Knowledge of environmental regulation compliance systems.
Ability to provide guidance and/or training to less experienced Technicians and Operators.
Competent in workstation and server software and hardware troubleshooting and repair.
Strong computer skills with a knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel
Analytical and deductive reasoning skills, oral and written communication skills, technical writing skills, instrumentation skills, and mathematical skills.
Ability to troubleshoot and solve equipment or process problems.
Ability to conduct site inspections or walk downs, including working at heights.
Ability to recommend changes to DCS, instrumentation drawing and configuration documentation.
A minimum of 5+ years direct experience with operations, instrumentation, DCS, PLC's and Computer systems.
Full competency in performing Distributed Controls System (DCS) or Programmable Logic Controls (PLCs) changes in logic, graphics, control loop configuration and network configuration.
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and solve DCS hardware and process control problems.
Experience in commissioning medium to large scale industrial control installations
Demonstrated ability to maintain documentation related to the DCS and instrumentation.
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.
Must have a valid TWIC card or proof of TWIC card application prior to employment.

Nice To Haves

Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education:
Associate
Preferred Discipline: Technical Studies
Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above.

Responsibilities

Work on complex and detailed control systems, troubleshoots and repairs control and network systems, and replaces component parts as required.
Maintain the DCS network hardware and configuration, perform changes to existing Emerson DeltaV logic and HMI graphics, GE MK VIe or Woodward Combustion/Steam Turbine Controls, Allen Bradley and other local Programmable Logic Controls (PLCs) and other duties as assigned.
Performs periodic backup on all DCS / PLC controllers, network and supporting computers.
Submit drawings and configuration changes made on the DCS, network, and field instrumentation following the site's modification and MOC process.
Assist in training and guiding less experienced Technicians and addressing Operations control system concerns.
Obtain a basic understanding of all plant DCS, Safety Instrumented System (SIS), PLC, LNG regasification and liquefaction processes and control systems.
Understands control systems for plant utilities, including air, water, power generation, and nitrogen Monitors or assists in the loading/unloading of LNG ships.
May perform the duties of an LNG Technician (DCS) in a rotational shift environment, including holidays, weekends, and nights.
Participates in training on environmental safety, operations and security procedures.
Recognizes the safety and environmental consequences of actions taken.
Maintains the highest levels of environmental and safety compliance.
Performs all duties applying safety protocols and adhering to regulatory mandates.
Reviews and analyzes alarm history to improve operational efficiencies and eliminate nuisance alarms
Assists in the development, implementation, and execution of OT cybersecurity policies and procedures.
Manages updates on all cybersecurity OT compliance software used for asset inventory, whitelisting, intrusion detection, password vault, disaster recovery, and intrusion detection.

Benefits

medical plans for individuals and families
health savings account or flexible spending accounts
dental and vision benefits for individuals and families
life insurance
hours of paid time off accrued per pay period
paid holidays
paid bereavement leave
401(k) plan with employer match
short- and long-term disability plans
paid parental leave
educational assistance
adoption assistance
other voluntary benefits such as auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and identity protection
Employees also participate in the company's performance incentive plan based on plan eligibility. This award is made at management's discretion and is based on your overall performance and the company's performance.
Non-exempt roles are eligible for overtime.