Automation Technician

defferrari soluções em internet; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Design Solutions and Integration is an employee‑owned company delivering automation, electrical, and mechanical services to major energy partners. The Technician Level I–III roles cover installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of PLCs, HMIs, instrumentation, and electrical systems at production facilities.

Strong problem‑solving, safety, and a willingness to learn are essential. We value experience with Allen-Bradley, Schneider, GE, Idec, Automation Direct, and Siemens PLCs, plus

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of electrical systems up to 600V and motor control.
• Experience installing, commissioning, and troubleshooting PLC/HMI systems.
• Proficiency with Windows, VMware, and basic computer networking.

Responsibilities

• Install, operate, and maintain industrial control systems at production facilities.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation, electrical, and networking issues in the field.
• Lead loop checks and assist with PLC/HMI programming as needed.
• Document work, fill forms, and ensure safety and reliability in operations.

Skills

Math basics

Windows OS

VMware

USB

Serial communications

Electrical up to 600V

Networking: TCP/IP

NAT rules

Port forwarding

Routing

Hand tools

Ethernet, RF 900MHz

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Schneider PLCs

GE PLCs

Idec PLCs

Automation Direct PLCs

Siemens PLCs

Maple HMIs

Microsoft Office

Job description

Design Solutions and Integration is an employee‑owned company providing automation, electrical, and mechanical services to major energy partners including Diamondback Energy, ExxonMobil, ConocoPhillips, and Chevron. Since 2001, we’ve supported oil‑field operations with reliable, safety‑driven solutions that keep projects moving. Guided by our core values—integrity, safety, accountability, faith, and innovation—we take pride in delivering dependable work for customers who expect the best. As an employee‑owner, you’ll have access to competitive wages and a strong benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability coverage, paid time off, a 401(k) match, and participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Automation technicians are responsible for the installation, operation, and maintenance of industrial control systems including PLCs, HMIs, process instrumentation, electrical equipment, and controls. They troubleshoot control equipment, electrical, and instrumentation at production facilities (gathering, disposal, injection, vapor recovery, LACT) and load software changes with Allen Bradley, Schneider, GE, Idec, Automation Direct, Siemens PLCs, Red Lion, and Maple HMIs. The role requires the ability to identify, troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve instrumentation, control, electrical, network, and communications issues. Proficiency in multiple skill clusters—including computers, electrical, electronics, mechanical systems, networking, and radio communications—is essential.

Skill deficits will require a strong desire and willingness to learn, investing personal time and resources to increase knowledge and skill levels. It is critical to have a thorough understanding of electrical (AC and DC 600Volt and below), motors (controls and troubleshooting), drives (installation, configuration and troubleshooting), pumps (operation and troubleshooting), and instrumentation (installation, configuration and troubleshooting).

Desired Skills

• Math basics: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions
• Computer: Windows OS, Microsoft Office, VMware, USB, serial communications
• Electrical: AC and DC voltages up to and including 600V
• Networking: TCP/IP addressing, NAT rules, port forwarding, routing
• Mechanical: hand tools for electric and mechanic work
• Communication: Ethernet, Ethernet wireless, RF 900MHz (FreeWave)

Technician Skill Level

Level I Technician

• Electrical (up to 600V AC/DC): Troubleshooting of AC single phase (head‑end‑access, start/stop, remote control circuits) and three‑phase power; troubleshooting of AC/DC control and power circuits.
• Instrumentation (level, pressure, temperature, and flow): Installation of electrical, tubing.
• Control systems: Assist lead with loop checks as required.
• Computer skills: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) able to fill spreadsheets and forms.

Level II Technician (including LevelI)

• Electrical (up to 600V AC/DC): Installation of AC/DC control and power circuits.
• Instrumentation (level, pressure, temperature, and flow): Configuration and troubleshooting.
• Control systems: Lead for facility loop checks.
• Computer skills: Utilize VMware, PLC and HMI software to assist with troubleshooting.

Level III Technician (including LevelsI andII)

• Electrical (up to 600V AC/DC): Specify AC/DC control and power circuits.
• Instrumentation (level, pressure, temperature, and flow): Evaluate and specify new and replacement instrumentation.
• Control systems: Progress tracking, load programs to PLC and HMI, configure routers, modems, radios.
• Computer skills: Microsoft Windows OS, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) able to create spreadsheets and forms, facility startup, tune PID loops, verify controls and shutdowns; modify PLC and HMI programs as required/ requested.