Sr. Automation Specialist

Kinetik • Pecos, TX

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

This role supports the daily operations of the business unit through the installation, programming, start-up, and maintenance of automation and process control equipment. The specialist will be responsible for the design, specification, installation, programming, calibration, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of automation equipment to improve plant system operation, uptime, and reduce total operating costs. The position involves supporting various plant activities including DCS, PLC, measurement facilities, natural gas collection systems, gas compressors, and gas plant processing equipment. The successful applicant will collaborate closely with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, and Information Technology Groups. Thoroughness and attention to detail are crucial due to the complexity of PLC programs and advanced process control systems. Overtime and call-out work may be required as needed. Understanding of pneumatic instrumentation, including calibration and maintenance, is essential. Other tasks may be assigned to support operations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 15 + years of related experience in Automation
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Excellent diagnostic and repair skills for complex problems in automation systems
• Excellent knowledge of automation host systems
• Skillful in reading electronic schematics, identifying components, and understanding their functions
• Able to read, program, install and troubleshoot complex PLC programs
• Good computer skills
• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
• Ability to work effectively in all working conditions noted above.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 62 lbs. in a safe manner on an occasional basis
• Ability to possess and maintain a valid driver's license to include a safe driving record satisfactory to the company.

Responsibilities

• Support the daily operations of the business unit through the installation, programming, start-up and maintenance of automation and process control equipment
• Design, specification, installation, programming, calibration, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of automation equipment
• Improve plant system operation/uptime and reduce total operating costs
• Support all types of plant activity including DCS, PLC, measurement facilities, natural gas collection systems, gas compressors, and gas plant processing equipment
• Work closely with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Information Technology Groups
• Spend significant time working with complex PLC programs and advanced process control systems
• Be subject to overtime and call-out work as needed
• Perform other tasks as necessary to support operations
• Calibration and maintenance of pneumatic instrumentation

What This Job Offers

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