Field Automation Technician – PLC/SCADA (Oil & Gas)

Tetra Tech; Monahans (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) and Roth 401(k)

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Vision Insurance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid time off

Performance Bonus

Career Growth Opportunities and TRAIN/

Job summary

Tetra Tech Digital Systems is seeking an Automation Technician to support installation, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of automation and control systems in West Texas and southern New Mexico. You will work with PLCs, RTUs, HMIs, SCADA, instrumentation, and networks to keep operations safe and efficient.

The role involves hands-on field work, strong problem-solving skills, and willingness to travel; a degree in instrumentation or electrical technology is preferred, with

Qualifications

• 5+ years of automation, controls, instrumentation, or I&E experience in oil & gas or industrial operations.
• Experience with PLCs, RTUs, SCADA systems, and industrial communication protocols.
• Knowledge of Emerson ROC, ABB Totalflow, SCADAPack, Allen-Bradley, Ignition, CygNet, VTScada, or similar platforms.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, loop drawings, one-lines, and electrical schematics.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, and maintain automation, instrumentation, electrical, and control systems.
• Configure and support PLC, RTU, HMI, and SCADA platforms.
• Perform startup, commissioning, and field support for new and existing facilities.
• Troubleshoot industrial communication networks and control systems.
• Calibrate and maintain process instrumentation, including flow, pressure, temperature, and level devices.
• Support system improvements, documentation, and on-call response activities.

Skills

PLCs

RTUs

SCADA

P&IDs

Troubleshooting

Travel

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation, Automation, Electrical Technology, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Emerson ROC

ABB Totalflow

SCADAPack

Allen-Bradley

Ignition

CygNet

VTScada

Job description

Tetra Tech Digital Systems is seeking an Automation Technician to support installation, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of automation and control systems in West Texas and southern New Mexico. You will work with PLCs, RTUs, HMIs, SCADA, instrumentation, and networks to keep operations safe and efficient.

The role involves hands-on field work, strong problem-solving skills, and willingness to travel; a degree in instrumentation or electrical technology is preferred, with