Automation & I&E Technician: PLC/SCADA Field Ops

Danos

Carlsbad (NM)

Hybrid

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Danos is seeking an Automation-I&E technician to support Southeastern New Mexico oil and gas operations. The role involves maintaining and installing PLC-based equipment, transmitters, and HMIs, with SCADA monitoring and strict safety practices.

The position requires strong communication skills, ability to troubleshoot electrical systems, and readiness for on-call shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays. On-site at locations in New Mexico, with potential for field travel.

Qualifications

Experience installing and repairing PLCs and ABB TotalFlow equipment.
Ability to troubleshoot electrical circuits and components.
Knowledge of communication equipment such as Freewave, XetaWave, RedLion, ABB, Cambium, and fiber optics.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Outlook).
Willingness to learn and take direction from experienced personnel.
Understand O&G production equipment and operations.
Must be able to obtain fall protection certification.
Must be able to work in extreme outdoor temperatures.

Responsibilities

Work as a team to maintain and install Automation-I&E equipment (PLC components, transmitters, communications equipment, HMIs).
Use SCADA systems to monitor operation.
Perform Lock-Out/Tag-Out procedures on required equipment.
Support safety culture and operate with minimal supervision.
Take part in on-call rotation including nights, weekends, and holidays.