Automation Engineering Technician I/II/III/Sr

Insight Global

Pittsburgh (Allegheny County)

Hybrid

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Bonus structure provided

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking an Automation Engineering Technician for a top Oil & Gas client. The role blends remote collaboration with hands-on field work at compressor stations and pipeline facilities, supporting commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of automation systems.

Responsibilities include installing and maintaining PLCs, HMIs, RTUs, and related control systems, implementing cybersecurity measures, and assisting with field data gathering to support engineers and

Qualifications

Associate degree or equivalent military/vocational/direct industry experience.
5-8+ years of automation, instrumentation, or control systems experience in an industrial setting.
Hands-on HMI experience and ability to read electrical drawings and P&IDs.

Responsibilities

Support commissioning activities for compressor and pipeline facilities.
Install, configure, troubleshoot, and repair automation and control equipment.
Assist with control system configuration, software updates, and security settings.
Gather field data and support engineers with automation design and cyber policies.

Skills

Automation

Instrumentation

Control systems

HMI

Electrical drawings

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

Allen Bradley

Schneider Modicon

Red Lion

Job description

MUST BE OPEN TO RELOCATION TO PENNSYLVANIA (RELOCATION/BONUS PACKAGE PROVIDED)

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking an Automation Engineering Technician I/II/III/Sr for a top Oil & Gas client. This candidate will support automation engineering efforts across compressor stations, pipeline facilities, and other operational assets. The role offers a blend of remote collaboration and hands-on field work, supporting commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of automation systems. Candidates will work closely with engineers and operations teams to install, configure, program, and maintain PLCs, HMIs, RTUs, and associated control systems while helping drive reliability, operational efficiency, and cybersecurity compliance across critical infrastructure. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their automation and controls expertise in a fast-paced energy environment with strong career advancement potential. Day-to-day: - Support commissioning activities for compressor and pipeline facilities - Assist with new facility startups and modifications to existing sites - Gather field data for Automation and Compression Design Engineers - Assist in specifying, installing, and modifying automation systems - Install, configure, and calibrate automation and control equipment - Troubleshoot and repair automated and integrated systems - Support HMI and PLC software updates and revisions - Assist with control system configuration, logic, displays, and security settings - Implement cybersecurity policies, including firmware and password updates - Provide technical support to field operations teams - Support capital projects and maintenance construction activities

Required Skills & Experience

Associate's degree in Electrical, Chemical, Civil, Mechanical, Petroleum Engineering, Math, Science, or related field OR equivalent military/vocational/direct industry experience
5-8+ years of automation, instrumentation, or control systems experience in an industrial environment
Hands-on HMI experience, including screen modifications and support
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, P&IDs, and control diagrams
Experience installing, configuring, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial control systems

Nice to Have Skills & Experience