Hybrid Automation Technician: PLC/HMI & Field Support

EQT Corporation; Morgantown (WV); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Automation Engineering Technician I/II/III role directly supports the Automation Engineering function through new project and maintenance construction/commissioning, execution of approved hardware/software changes, and providing technical support to field operations.

This position includes a hybrid work arrangement, with remote collaboration ~30-40% and regular field support across the asset footprint ~60-70%. EQT Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience in engineering or related field.
• Foundational automation and control system concepts.
• Ability to read electrical prints, P&ID, and block diagrams.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to install and troubleshoot automation equipment.
• Effective teamwork and communication; able to work independently or on a team.

Responsibilities

• Support compressor and pipeline facility commissioning tasks for new or modified sites.
• Gather onsite data for automation engineers related to capital projects.
• Assist with installation, modification, and testing of automation systems.
• Install, configure, and calibrate automation equipment and control systems.
• Diagnose and repair issues in automated and integrated systems.
• Support HMI and PLC software revisions under direction.
• Implement cybersecurity updates on automation hardware.

Skills

Automation concepts

Problem solving

Teamwork

Reading electrical prints

PLC troubleshooting

Self-motivated

Deadline oriented

Education

Associate degree in electrical engineering

Equivalent military or related work experience

Tools

Modicon PLCs

Allen Bradley PLCs

RedLion HMIs

VFDs

RTU configuration

Job description

The Automation Engineering Technician I/II/III role directly supports the Automation Engineering function through new project and maintenance construction/commissioning, execution of approved hardware/software changes, and providing technical support to field operations.

This position includes a hybrid work arrangement, with remote collaboration ~30-40% and regular field support across the asset footprint ~60-70%. EQT Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.