Field Automation Specialist — Commissioning & Startups

Danos, LLC

Kermit (TX)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 125,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Danos, LLC is seeking an Automation Specialist to commission automation systems for oil and gas facilities and bring them online safely. You will collaborate with Production Operations, Facilities Engineering, and Automation Engineering to ensure adherence to engineered designs and company standards.

The role requires 3+ years in oil and gas automation/instrumentation, strong PLC/HMI/RTU experience, and proficiency with test equipment.

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED equivalent.
3+ years of oil and gas automation, instrumentation, or controls experience.
Experience with MOC and PSSR processes; design reviews and PHA/PHR experience preferred.
Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication, teamwork, and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

Commission automation systems for new and modified facilities following engineered documentation and automation standards.
Validate automation designs, equipment installation, and system configuration during construction and commissioning.
Program, configure, test, calibrate, and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, RTUs, EFMs, and related instrumentation.
Perform loop checks, functional testing, and startup activities to safely bring facilities online.
Interpret and redline P&IDs, PFDs, Instrument Indexes, Cause and Effect diagrams, wiring diagrams, and control documentation.
Ensure all automation documentation is accurate and complete, with redlines submitted for As-Built revision control.
Enforce Management of Change (MOC) processes and participate in Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR).
Serve as the Field Automation Representative coordinating with Facilities and Automation Engineering on design improvements and standardization.
Provide technical support and training to field personnel using local HMIs and remote access.
Troubleshoot process control, instrumentation, and control network issues in field environments.
Maintain strict compliance with safety, environmental, and operational requirements.