SCADA Specialist

Kinetik•Houston, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The SCADA Specialist maintains the plant and field SCADA systems assigned to them to provide a safe and compliant operation of the assets. Deploys and manages domain-based automation systems using active directory and advanced process control applications. Designs, implements, and supports the AVEVA SCADA Systems for gas processing plants and gathering systems. Responsible for maintaining the program records/files/Backups and necessary licenses associated with the SCADA management servers, control system servers, and HMI equipment as well as the associated OT networking equipment, for the plant and field control systems in their assigned area. Formal Aveva training and experience is required. Perform SCADA integration, system programming and commissioning of new facilities and other projects. Perform duties as subject matter expert regarding the establishment of SCADA system standards implementation and evaluation. Works closely with other departments (IT, OT, Automation, Measurement, E&I, Operations, Marketing and Engineering) regarding using automation and technology to accomplish Business objectives. Assists in estimating as needed for budgetary planning for any control system upgrades, projects, as well as software support and licensing. Responds as needed to emergency or urgent issues regarding the facility control and communication systems. Perform related duties as assigned by Manager. Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.

Requirements

Must have relevant experience and knowledge with AVEVA / Wonderware System Platform, including object development and standardization experience.
Must have relevant experience and knowledge in commonly used industrial communication standards such as OPC and SuiteLink and associated software.
Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
High school diploma or GED required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel, Outlook and TEAMS)

Nice To Haves

Formal AVEVA / Wonderware System Platform training preferred.
Previous experience developing multiple SCADA systems preferred.
Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science preferred

Responsibilities

Maintains the plant and field SCADA systems assigned to them to provide a safe and compliant operation of the assets.
Deploys and manages domain-based automation systems using active directory and advanced process control applications.
Designs, implements, and supports the AVEVA SCADA Systems for gas processing plants and gathering systems.
Responsible for maintaining the program records/files/Backups and necessary licenses associated with the SCADA management servers, control system servers, and HMI equipment as well as the associated OT networking equipment, for the plant and field control systems in their assigned area.
Perform SCADA integration, system programming and commissioning of new facilities and other projects.
Perform duties as subject matter expert regarding the establishment of SCADA system standards implementation and evaluation.
Works closely with other departments (IT, OT, Automation, Measurement, E&I, Operations, Marketing and Engineering) regarding using automation and technology to accomplish Business objectives.
Assists in estimating as needed for budgetary planning for any control system upgrades, projects, as well as software support and licensing.
Responds as needed to emergency or urgent issues regarding the facility control and communication systems.
Perform related duties as assigned by Manager.
Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.