Automation Electrician

Allseas; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Allseas is seeking an Automation Electrician to support offshore vessels worldwide, reporting to senior electricians. You will maintain and troubleshoot automation systems, implement software changes, and analyze system performance while following strict safety standards.

Ideal candidates hold an engineering degree in automation/electrical fields, have scripting experience (Python/PowerShell/Visual Basic), are fluent in English, and have offshore DP vessel experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level engineering degree or equivalent in automation/electrical disciplines.
• STCW 3/6 certification or equivalent safety training.
• Proficiency with industrial programming and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, commission automation systems following standing instructions.
• Implement software/configuration changes aligned with work methods.
• Analyse system behaviour via trending and data analysis.
• Collect and centralise system improvements and bug reports.
• Adhere to Allseas safety standards as per AIMS.

Skills

Python scripting

PowerShell scripting

Visual Basic scripting

English fluency

Industrial programming languages

Electrical drawings

Network topology knowledge

Automation experience

STCW training awareness

Education

Bachelor in Industrial Electronic and Automation Engineering or Electronics and Electrical Engineering with Automatic Control or Electronic Information Engineering or Process and Control Systems or equivalent competences

STCW III/6

External safety/trade training per matrix

Tools

Siemens Automation Systems

Job description

As Automation Electrician, you are essential to the safe and efficient operation of our vessels’ electrical systems and equipment. You’ll work on offshore projects worldwide, reporting to the Second and First Electrician, and collaborating with a skilled technical team.

Your responsibilities include:

• Act per standing instructions, execute and assist with the administration of maintenance, troubleshooting
  and commissioning of automation systems;
• Understand the plant process and system behaviour and implement software and configuration changes in
  line with applicable work methods;
• Analyse system behaviour by trending and data analysis;
• Collect and organise system improvements and bug reports in a centralised manner;
• Participate in work safety and act according Allseas safety standards as per AIMS;

Depending on your seniority, the following tasks may also be applicable:

• Deal with larger and more complex systems (such as TLS, JLS, tensioner etc.) that require more interfacing with other (shore based)
  disciplines. In this role, he/she will:
• Align with the Control, Automation and Monitoring Unit and apply the applicable development procedures
  and software tools available to develop and maintain automation systems in order to:
• Keep compliance with regulatory bodies such as Lloyd’s
• Maintain traceability, version control and relevant documentation
• Maximise regression testing and make use of all available (virtual) test facilities.
• Coach Junior Automation Electricians and be responsible for organising their work on complex systems.

What we expect from you

To succeed as an Automation Electrician you should recognize yourself largely in the following;

• You hold a Bachelor in Industrial Electronic and Automation Engineering or Electronics and Electrical Engineering with
  Automatic Control or Electronic Information Engineering or Process and Control Systems or equivalent
  competences;
• You have basic scripting experience in Python, PowerShell, Visual Basic or equivalent;
• You are fluent in English;
• You have a professional proficiency with common industrial programming languages (familiarity with Siemens Automation Systems
  will be considered a plus);
• You have basic understanding of network topology and protocols;
• You have good understanding of electrical drawings (single line, loop diagrams);
• You have sufficient working experience in the Automation field;
• You completed external safety/trade training as per company’s training matrix;
• You have a minimum of 2 years’ experience on board DP offshore construction vessels / license electro technical rating;
  STCW III/6.

What we offer

Working at Allseas allows you the chance to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, with creative thinking, collaboration and down-to-earth culture at its core.

Interested?

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The variety in knowledge, operational expertise, and people is what I love most about working for this company.

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The variety in knowledge, operational expertise, and people is what I love most about working for this company.

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Allseas thrives in a unique, demanding industry, showcasing its size and spirit. It provides a dynamic workplace with innovative ideas, exciting projects, and rewarding efforts.

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The variety in knowledge, operational expertise, and people is what I love most about working for this company.

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If you enjoy solving problems, taking responsibility and working on projects where no two days are the same, you will find plenty of opportunities here.

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Olaf Crebolder, Installation Engineer

Witnessing the successful execution of these projects, knowing that I played a role in their development, is a truly satisfying experience.

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If you enjoy solving problems, taking responsibility and working on projects where no two days are the same, you will find plenty of opportunities here.

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