Field Automation Technician: Controls, PLC & Remote Ops

Atlas Sand; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas Energy Solutions Inc. in Odessa, TX, is seeking an Electronics Technician / Technical Specialist to install, troubleshoot, and build control cabinets for oilfield systems.

You will read electrical diagrams, configure HMIs, and coordinate with contractors to ensure safe, compliant operation. You will lead small projects, troubleshoot PLC I/O, VFDs, and sensors, and set up IP addresses and antennas for remote locations, while maintaining rigorous safety standards and clear communication with

Qualifications

• Experience reading technical diagrams and installing control systems in industrial settings.
• Strong safety orientation and adherence to established protocols.
• Excellent communication with customers, team members, and external vendors.
• Ability to work independently and lead small teams when needed.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret electrical and electronic diagrams.
• Understand basic network topology and control panel layout.
• Use hand and power tools safely and complete required safety forms consistently.
• Operate frac equipment and use diagnostic tools such as multimeters.
• Mount sensors with minimal supervision.
• Troubleshoot magnetic induction sensors and VFD operations independently.
• Conduct equipment inspections and resolve issues with PLC I/O, breakers, contactors, and relays.
• Identify and diagnose control software issues.
• Change and assign IP addresses to devices.
• Configure Mesh antennas and set up/troubleshoot point-to-point antennas.
• Set up HMIs with correctjoband well details.
• Access and diagnose issues in remote locations.
• Build and install full control cabinets, including 480VAC distribution cabinets and VFD Cabinets, without supervision.
• Oversee small group projects while assisting fellow technicians with remote troubleshooting and solution recommendations.
• Communicate and coordinate effectively with third-party contractors and external stakeholders.

Skills

Electrical diagrams

Troubleshooting

Industrial installations

Safety orientation

Communication skills

Tools

Multimeters

PLC I/O

VFDs

IP networking basics

HMI configuration

Job description

Atlas Energy Solutions Inc. in Odessa, TX, is seeking an Electronics Technician / Technical Specialist to install, troubleshoot, and build control cabinets for oilfield systems.

You will read electrical diagrams, configure HMIs, and coordinate with contractors to ensure safe, compliant operation. You will lead small projects, troubleshoot PLC I/O, VFDs, and sensors, and set up IP addresses and antennas for remote locations, while maintaining rigorous safety standards and clear communication with