Automation Systems Integrator

Oxy; Denver City (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxy, headquartered in Houston, seeks an Automation Specialist in Carlsbad, NM to join the Automation Construction and Commissioning Team. You will create and validate PLC programs from engineered designs for oil & gas facilities and drive automation projects with operations and engineering to ensure efficient production.

Role requires 3+ years in oil & gas automation, strong PLC/HMI skills (Allen-Bradley, CompactLogix), and cross-functional collaboration capability.

Qualifications

• 2-year technical degree or equivalent working experience.
• Minimum 3 years in Oil & Gas as an automation technician.
• Experience commissioning automation control systems.
• Proficient with PLC programming and HMIs, especially Allen-Bradley.
• Strong communication with Automation/Facilities Engineering teams.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• All aspects of facility commissioning with focus on automation control systems.
• Automation commissioning of facilities following engineered designs.
• Coordinate with Engineering to resolve design issues and finalize as-built docs.
• Deliver projects on schedule and report progress to stakeholders.
• Develop PLC and HMI programs per engineering documentation.
• Troubleshoot PLCs, RTUs, HMIs, and control networks.
• Maintain and apply automation standards with IT/Automation teams.
• Provide training and knowledge sharing to operations staff.

Skills

RTUs & PLCs

Digital & Analog I/O

Automation design principles

PSSR & MOC understanding

Troubleshooting

Office software (Excel/Word/Outlook)

Education

2-year technical degree or equivalent

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

CompactLogix

Job description

Oxy produces, markets and transports oil and natural gas to maximize value and provide resources fundamental to life. The company leverages its global leadership in carbon management to advance lower‑carbon technologies and products. Headquartered in Houston, Oxy primarily operates in the United States, Middle East and North Africa.

Oxy strives to attract and retain talented employees by investing in their professional development and providing rewarding opportunities for personal growth. Our goal is to meet the highest employer standards by ensuring the health and safety of our employees, protecting the environment and positively impacting the communities where we do business.

The Automation Specialist primary responsibility will be focused on PLC integration working in the Automation Construction and Commissioning Team. The duties in the role include creating and validating PLC programming from engineered designs in oil and gas facilities. This role will also be accountable for the successful execution of automation projects working with production operations and engineering departments to support the efficient production of oil and gas, following company and industry standards.

We are looking for an experienced and motivated individual to fill the position of Automation Specialist in Carlsbad, NM.

Experience/Requirements

• Minimum 3 years working experience in Oil and Gas as an automation technician maintaining field well pads/facilities automation control systems and devices preferred
• Must have valid driver’s license and exceptional driving record

Roles And Responsibilities

• All aspects of facility commissioning with focus on automation control systems
• Automation commissioning of facilities following engineered designs using engineering documentation
• Communicate with Automation Engineering and Facilities Engineering regarding design issues and redline documents as necessary for final as‑built documentation
• Deliver scheduled projects on time
• Communicate project status and report to key stakeholders for planning efficiencies and delivery dates
• Participate in the design of automation PLC programs and Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs) for well pads and facilities
• Program PLCs and HMIs to comply with engineering documentation with emphasis on Allen Bradley PLCs and Compact Logix control systems
• Troubleshoot complex PLC programs, RTUs, and HMIs
• Troubleshoot and resolve Process Control, Control Network, and Instrumentation issues
• Skillful at learning and applying diverse automation software application tools
• Communicate with external and internal stakeholders as needed
• Enforce management of change (MOCs) and monitor tasks for compliance
• Assist in evaluation of new Oil and Gas production/automation technologies
• Work with IT and Automation Engineering in maintaining automation standards
• Provide training and knowledge sharing with automation support personnel and production operations
• Make recommendations on automation improvements, best practices, maintenance and standardization of PLC and operator interface systems
• Stay current on certification and training requirements
• Work weekends and support after‑hour call outs

Professional/Technical Knowledge

• Knowledge of RTUs and PLCs. Understanding of digital and analog I/O, programming, and troubleshooting.
• Strong knowledge of automation and electrical design principles and industry standards.
• Understanding of Pre‑Start Safety Review process (PSSR)s and Management of Change (MOCs).
• Understanding of Oil and Gas production facility processes and control systems.
• Proficient in use of engineering documents such as Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), Cause & Effects (C&Es), Control Narratives, Wiring Diagrams, etc.
• Knowledge of Object‑Oriented Programming.
• Be knowledgeable with tagging conventions, programming simulation and testing.
• Possess computer skills in Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Education

2‑year technical degree or equivalent working experience.

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