Job Objective:
Assists with the technical work in the administration, maintenance, and operation of OT Systems, SCADA, computerized distributed control, telemetry input, and computer systems for field operations
Essential Job Responsibilities:
- Working knowledge of SCADA architecture design including control, measurement and safety systems for oil and gas production and pipeline facilities
- Conduct feasibility studies, conduct site surveys and develop recommendations and cost estimates for the installation of new SCADA systems or for the upgrade of existing systems
- Keep abreast of new SCADA related developments and technology in areas such as equipment, software, governmental regulations, advanced business applications, communications and Cybersecurity
- Perform vendor account management to include quotation reviews,selection of vendors, assistancein defining contract terms and monitoring ofvendorrelationship and performance
- Participates in SCADA Industrial Control System (ICS) reviews and maintenance
- Utilize and implement management of change processes for safety related changes to SCADA systems
- Documentation of new and existing systems and applications
- Coordinate, lead and direct the work of others, both internal and external, for small to medium sized projects
- Ability to read, understand and troubleshoot electrical prints and diagrams
- Assist IT field analysts in diagnosing SCADA related problems
- Mentor junior level field system analysts through training and review of their work plans and system installs
- Coordinate and participate in the design, development and administration of standards and documentation for all SCADA configuration databases, applications programming and core SCADA functions
- Enforce adherence to corporate SCADA standards
- Apply current ICS Cybersecurity principles and best practices
- Apply process safety principles and best practices
- Design, program, and troubleshoot HMI applications to include graphical design, scripting, and database queries on platforms including Wonderware Intouch/Archestra, Cygnet and GeoSCADA
- Adheres to the company's values - integrity, ownership, urgency, alignment and innovation
- Supports company vision and mission
- Adheres to established work schedule, attendance standards and is punctual to work and meetings
Other Job Responsibilities:
- Other duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications:
- Five (5) years minimum of SCADA or automation experience, preferably in the oil and gas industry.
- Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with individuals at all levels of the company.
- Strong ability in diagnosing and solving SCADA related problems while maintaining patience, professionalism and courtesy.
- Understanding of SCADA systems as it pertains to administration, programming, database administration, telemetry and PLC/RTU hardware selection.
- Ability to establish priorities, meet deadlines and concentrate on detailed information in a fast-paced demanding work environment.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors and other departments.
- Solid understanding of Windows servers, desktop computers, and networking.
- Good written and verbal communication skills with specific ability to translate complex computer/information systems information into an organized and presentable manner.
- Ability to complete multiple and diverse tasks of differing priorities:
Proficiency in the use and application of the following software:
One or more of the following required:
- PLC applications: RSLogix, GE Proficy or similar programs
- HMI applications: Intouch/Archestra, Cygnet, ClearSCADA or similar programs
- Preferred: Proficiency with OSIsoft/PI Historian
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year university or college with a degree in engineering (electrical, chemical, petroleum, mechanical), computer science, or a closely related field.
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