I&E Technician

Overview

The position of I&E Technician is responsible for maintaining, calibrating, and troubleshooting instrumentation and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, inspect, troubleshoot, repair and perform preventative maintenance on all field instrumentation, control systems, analyzers and electrical equipment.
• Responsible for prompt and accurate diagnosis of minor problems and the implementation of corrective action.
• Consult directly with equipment vendors on problems for resolution as necessary.
• Coordinate and conduct well maintenance activities on wells and batteries for New Installs/Upgrades, recurring problems where root cause cannot be identified by Well Tech.
• Coordinate and conduct maintenance activities on end devices to include pre-programming of transmitters w/ hart communicator and ensure data accuracy on all fluid and gas measurement meters.
• Conduct in depth failure analysis on repeat equipment failures.
• Implement design for wells within guidelines of automation standards.
• Respond and provide automation support during all outages.
• Work off of assigned schedule and maintain zero out of compliance work orders.
• Provide analytical support on problem wells.
• Provide input on new technologies.
• Assist other technicians during storm outages to bring wells back online.
• Working knowledge of SPOC.
• Able to perform general PM work: testing end devices, temperature shutdowns, pressure switches, level shutdowns.
• Conduct evaluation tests on valves, motors, instruments, etc.
• Knowledge of RTUs. Understanding of digital and analog I/O, programming, and troubleshooting.
• Must be proficient in troubleshooting using loop drawing, schematics, ladder logic, electrical one-line, and P&I drawings.
• Proficient in maintaining process control loops, electronic controls, valves, and transmitters.

Qualifications

• 0 - 1 year Instrumentation and Electrical experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of oil and gas production operations preferred, but will train acceptable candidate.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as by self without direct supervision.
• Electronically qualified per OSHA, 1910.269 up to 600V.
• Physical requirements – Must be able to lift 40 lbs, climb ladders and stairs. Walking, bending, stooping is required. Must be able to wear personal protective equipment including the use of a respirator. Must be able to respond to visual and audible alarms.
• Candidate must within a 45 mile radius of the job site.
• Willing to work offshore as needed.
• At least high school grad or GED. I&E technical degree and training preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.

Competencies:

• Advanced computer skills (MS Office Suite, proprietary software, etc).
• Strong initiative and self-starter.
• Ability to perform under pressure.
• Demonstrate ability to perform strong time management skills.
• Ability to keep neat and accurate records.
• Multi-task orientation with skills related to work prioritization.
• Ability to implement cost effective solutions.
• Ability to work with a team and communicate with other functions.
• Excellent diagnostic and repair skills for complex problems in automation systems.
• Excellent knowledge of automation host systems.
• Expert in using test equipment pertaining to job, including oscilloscope, function generators, radio service monitor, etc.
• Understanding of pneumatic instrumentation: calibration and maintenance.
• Skillful in reading electronic schematics, identifying components, and understanding their functions.
• Able to calibrate and troubleshoot complex PLC programs.
• Competent level of understanding of automation and electrical design principles.
• Understanding of PSSRs and MOCs.
• Extensive expertise in EOR safe work systems.
• Extensive expertise of Electrical / Automation construction codes and practices.
• Extensive knowledge of material specifications and application.
• Understanding of regulatory guidelines.
• Be knowledgeable with tagging conventions, programing simulation and testing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good working knowledge of SAP.
• Understanding of Importance of environmental and Safe Work Practices.