SCADA Automation Field Specialist

Targa Resources Corp.; Kermit (TX); In loco; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Targa Resources in Texas seeks an Automation Specialist to support daily operations of Field Automation HMI/PLC systems and related process control systems for the Permian assets. The role collaborates with Engineering, Ops and IT to ensure reliable data collection and system availability, focusing on SCADA, HMI/DCS, and PLC projects.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in Engineering and hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs, Wonderware/FT, Kepware, and field radio systems.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Design/analysis experience with HMI/PLC/DCS systems.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Experience with end-to-end project design and delivery.
• Knowledge of field automation hardware and protocols.

Mansioni

• Provide daily operational support for Field Automation HMI/PLC systems.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Operations to ensure standards are met.
• Support O&M groups with reliable delivery of functional systems.
• Develop and maintain design standards and templates for Field Automation.
• Coordinate with customers to determine operational needs for HMI/PLC systems.
• Lead field automation projects including engineering oversight and lessons learned.
• Install, maintain and troubleshoot HMI/DCS/PLC and SCADA systems (HMI, RTUs).
• Manage RF communications equipment and related antennas.
• Other duties as assigned.

Conoscenze

HMI/PLC/DCS

End-to-end design

Project design

Technical writing

AutoCAD

Visio

MS Project

MS Office

TCP/IP Modbus

Team leadership

Formazione

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Strumenti

Allen-Bradley PLCs

GE SLC/SLc500

Rockwell FactoryTalk

Wonderware System Platform

Cygnet/FMS

Kepware

AUTOSOL

Modbus/Profinet protocols

DeltaV/Honeywell/GE Matrix (plus)

Descrizione del lavoro

The Automation Specialist is a member of the team that is responsible for providing support through the daily operations of the Targa Pipeline Field Automation HMI\\PLC hardware\\software systems and related process control systems that ensure reliable Plant and Field operations. The position is actively involved in supporting the 24x7 SCADA and EFM data collection for Targa’s Permian system The position will work closely with measurement, field OPS/Plant OPS and IT groups to ensure reliable data collection/support field. The focus of the position will be on support of Targa’s Permian G&P Assets.

JOB FUNCTIONS AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide daily operational support for Field Automation HMI\\PLC systems.

Work closely with Engineering, and Operations to ensure the Plant Automation HMI\\PLC System is being developed to established standards

Work closely with O&M groups to ensure the efficient and reliable delivery of fully functional and maintainable systems, as well as provide expertise for ongoing operational support

Assist in the development and maintenance of design standards, templates and tools for the Field Automation HMI\\PLC Systems.

Collaborate with internal and external customer(s) to determine operational needs and requirements of Field Automation HMI\\PLC systems.

Support and implement Field Automation HMI\\PLC system projects, including engineering oversight, task management, and implementing lessons learned found during project execution.

Install, maintain and troubleshooting for HMI/DCS/PLC, SCADA including HMI, RTUs - TotalFlow, Emerson Roc, Bristol ControlWave and associated protocols. PLCs – Allen Bradley all models, General Electric all models and associated protocols (SLC, CIP, SRTP, Modbus, etc.).

Install, maintain and troubleshooting Licensed and Unlicensed radio frequency 200MHz to 11GHz radio systems. Including antenna structures and associated supporting equipment.

Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience

Design/analysis experience with software HMI\\PLC\\DCS systems.

Regular and reliable attendance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• HMI and PLC\\DCS Systems Design Engineering with 5+ years’ experience
• In depth knowledge and project design experience with HMI Systems and PLC\\DCS with end-to-end responsibility.
• In depth knowledge with Allen Bradly PLCs, Controllogix, Compactlogix, and slc500 and micrologix1400.
• Familiarity with other PLCs, GE, Modicon, Bristol, Scadapack a plus
• In depth knowledge with Allen Bradly PLCs, Controllogix, Compactlogix, and slc500 and micrologix1400.
• In depth knowledge of industry standard HMI software and platforms – Cygnet/FMS, Clear Scada/Geo SCADA, Wonderware System Platform and Rockwell FactoryTalk.
• Familiarity with DSC system, DeltaV, Honeywell, and GE Matrix a plus
• Familiarity with Kepware and AUTOSOL
• Familiarity with MQTT, TCPIP, NetBIOS, Modbus suite of protocols
• Familiarity with programming languages, UI design, databases
• Highly organized individuals capable of working on multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong technical writing skills for the development of design standards and specifications
• Ability to collaborate as a team and act as a team leader in a group of cross functional engineers
• User knowledge with AutoCAD, Visio, Ms Office and Ms Project, Excel
• Knowledge of electrical design, materials and methods installation.
• Working knowledge of TCP/IP and Modbus protocols and network topologies. Knowledge of IP routing protocols would be a plus.
• Working knowledge of natural gas and liquids measurement.
• Working knowledge of all wireless communications
  

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
Targa Resources provides equal employment opportunities based on merit, experience, and other work-related criteria and without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We also strive to provide reasonable accommodation to employees’ beliefs and practices that do not conflict with Targa’s policies and applicable law. We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to their role with Targa.