Automation SAT/Commissioning Specialist - 14x14

Tetra Tech

Lafayette (LA)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 105,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Vision Insurance

ESPP

Paid time off

Performance Bonus

Career Growth

Job summary

Tetra Tech Digital Systems in Williston, ND seeks an experienced Automation Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) Specialist to support FAT, SAT, and commissioning for oil & gas facility projects. You will verify PLCs, HMI/SCADA, instrumentation, and control system functionality, coordinate with vendors and project teams, and maintain testing records.

The role emphasizes testing, troubleshooting, and startup readiness rather than primary PLC programming, with a 14x14 rotation and field-based

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in automation, instrumentation & electrical (I&E), commissioning, controls, or a related field.
Experience supporting FAT, SAT, startup, or controls checkout activities.
Understanding of PLC-controlled equipment, instrumentation, and industrial control systems.
Ability to read and interpret control narratives, P&IDs, electrical drawings, Cause & Effect matrices, and I/O lists.
Strong troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

Support FAT activities, vendor testing, and deployment readiness.
Verify PLC, HMI/SCADA, instrumentation, communications, and control system functionality.
Execute SAT and commissioning validation using control narratives, Cause & Effect matrices, I/O lists, and verification checklists.
Identify, document, track, and help resolve automation and controls issues.
Coordinate with commissioning technicians, vendors, operations, and project stakeholders.
Maintain accurate testing records, punch lists, and documentation.
Assist with startup support and continuous improvement initiatives.