Process Control Technician

ONEOK•Mont Belvieu, TX

About The Position

Direct responsibility for working with asset stake holders; Managers, Process Supervisors, Engineering, Instrumentation Technicians and Control Room operations to optimize plant and pipeline efficiency through the maintenance, development, and effective modification of process control systems; Basic Process Control System (BPCS), Safety Instrumented System (SIS), Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) systems and Advanced Process Controls (APC).

Requirements

3 - 5 years related work experience industrial programming experience or strong electrical and instrumentation skills with a developed skill for programming:
Experience modifying, maintaining and installing process control computer system applications, specifically, BPCS, SIS, DCS/PLC and Human-Machine Interface (HMI) system software and hardware
Experience on Allen Bradley, Modicon, Delta V, Clear SCADA, or Honeywell systems with documented training courses
Training and experience relative to: Process control system operations and file structures
Designing, coding and networking process control programs
Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs)
Database management
Experience reading and interpreting repair orders, mechanical drawings, P&ID’s, procedures, charts, diagrams, dials, gauges, and equipment manuals
Experience and training related to: Gas processing fundamentals
Computers and related software
Governmental rules, regulations, and (electric) codes
Safe handling practices for flammable gases, liquids, and high-pressure systems
Design and safeguarding safety systems
Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, computer printouts, system requirements and programs, contracts, manuals, policies and procedures
Experience preparing and composing file, record, and screen layouts, reports, project proposals, training outlines, manuals, procedures and correspondence
Experience developing presentations
Knowledge of: office and computer equipment applicable to position
Knowledge of: proficiency with loop tuning and advanced control optimization strategies
Ability to: apply math, algebra and statistical formulas
Ability to: communicate and/or exchange information or instructions; conduct oral presentations and/or meetings
Skills in: interpersonal, presentation, verbal and written communication, with the ability to interact and advise effectively with internal and external business partners at all levels

Nice To Haves

5 years experience in PLC and DCS system maintenance, experience in troubleshooting and maintaining online process control systems preferred
Certification Program in Process and Instrumentation Controls preferred

Responsibilities

Daily maintenance and troubleshooting of BPCS, SIS, DCS, and PLC platforms (Allen Bradley, Modicon, Delta V, Clear SCADA, etc.) Including hardware diagnostic monitoring (responding and clearing of faults, battery issues, etc.)
Software maintenance, including repairs and upgrades
Routine PM’s of DCS/PLC systems (inspection of climate controls, filter maintenance, monitoring of scan times, etc
Responding to after-hours calls of DCS/DCS/PLC system issues and emergencies
Main point of call for issues concerning DCS/PLC systems
Program maintenance and archiving to ensure that the latest programs are always available
Appropriate backup systems/procedures are documented and followed
Development of best practice procedures and documentation surrounding DCS/PLC systems to ensure standard work processes site wide
Develop and review controls narratives to ensure DCS/PLC systems meet operations, safety, and compliance expectations
Lifecycle maintenance of existing DCS/PLC systems
Assists I/E Engineer in developing lifecycle assessments of the system based on vendor recommendation and general system health
Monitors health of systems to ensure that projects for the systems are scheduled and planned appropriately
Assists with project lead duties on DCS/PLC projects.
Liaison for all project needs: First point of contact for projects requiring additional logic or I/O additions
Subject matter expert on DCS/PLC programs and assists in implementation of new control schemes and migration plans to ensure proper operations of the facilities
Proficient in switch and router installation, programming and troubleshooting techniques
Programming of necessary DCS/PLC logic additions for projects
To exclude vendor skid programming (this typically is supported by the vendor)
Liaison with 3rd party integrators and system vendors to implement work on the system
Responding to operations request for assistance with control issues, graphics modifications, and general control improvement recommendations
Assist in development of programming standards and best practices
Work closely with operators, process engineers and maintenance techs to ensure smooth, efficient operation of the plants and other facilities
Responsibilities may include Department of Transportation (DOT) covered functions, including operations, maintenance, or emergency response on a pipeline.
Job duties also require the employee to be alert and respond immediately to dangerous or hazardous conditions, and where impaired performance, or failure to follow safety precautions, could result in serious injury or property damage.