SCADA Programming Technician

Petro Papa; Artesia (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time-Off

401(k) Retirement Plan with match

Educational Reimbursement

Parental Bonding Time

Employee Discounts

Job summary

HF Sinclair Midstream seeks a SCADA Programming Technician to design, program and maintain PLCs and field HMIs for pipeline and terminal operations. The role covers network setup, field testing and providing top-tier support to operators, with potential leadership duties as needed.

Ideal candidates have at least three years of direct SCADA experience, an associate degree in CS/IT/engineering (bachelor’s preferred), and strong knowledge of Wonderware, ClearSCADA, and GE/Allen-Bradley PLCs.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of on-the-job SCADA experience.
• A Bachelor’s degree is preferred; an Associate’s with relevant experience also acceptable.
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, and field networking essential.

Responsibilities

• Develops and designs control systems for pipeline/terminal control
• Programs PLCs for Windows-based software
• Maintains and programs PLCs and field HMIs
• Sets up network structures for field communication
• Conducts communication testing for field sites
• Provides top-tier support to operators and field personnel
• Documents field site network configuration and requirements
• Relocates technical equipment as needed
• Collaborates with I&E and 3rd parties on SCADA
• Troubleshoots field issues with operations teams

Skills

PLC programming

HMI displays

Networking

VSAT

Field support

Education

Associate’s Degree in CS/IT/Engineering or related field

Bachelor’s Degree in CS/IT/Engineering or related field (preferred)

Tools

GE PLCs

Allen Bradley PLCs

Wonderware Intouch

ClearSCADA

Proficy Machine Edition

Job description

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Basic Function

HF Sinclair Midstream is seeking a SCADA Programming Technician. This position is open to Artesia, NM or Casper, WY. This position conducts mid to high level hardware/software field assignments for the Pipeline/Terminal SCADA department under minimal supervision. May direct or lead the work of others from time-to-time.

Job Duties

(functions considered essential as defined by ADA)

• Develops and designs control systems for pipeline/terminal control
• Programs PLC’s for the design and implementation of windows based software
• Maintains and programs PLCs and field HMIs
• Designs and sets up network structures for field communication
• Conducts communication testing for field sites
• Develops system application specifications utilizing business knowledge and tests developed programs to ensure proper functionality and implementation
• Establishes processes to resolve problems and provides top tier support to system operators and field personnel on the use of field SCADA systems
• Develops and maintains system documentation, and documents current field site network configuration and user requirements
• Provides Communication (SAT) PLC Programming, Wonderware and/or ClearSCADA software maintenance, and the upkeep of field server and data
• Relocates technical equipment to and from an assigned location
• Work with all departments and 3rdparty companies concerning SCADA
• Assist I&E group with troubleshooting field issues

Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their superior, as determined from timeto time in their sole and complete discretion.

Experience

A minimum of three years of on-the-job experience is required.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

Control operations experience is preferred.

A minimum of an Associate’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Telecommunications or related field, or the equivalent combination of education and related experience is required.

PREFERRED EDUCATION:

A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Telecommunications or related field is preferred.

Required Skills

Mid-level knowledge of PLC programming, VSAT communication, Networking, and HMI displays. Good organizational, time-management, ability to effectively communicate with others, both written and verbally and ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

Experience with GE PLC’s, Allen Bradley PLC’s, Wonderware Intouch Software, Clear SCADA, Software and Proficy Machine addition.

May manage contractors and supplier representatives and direct or lead the work of others from time-to-time.

Work Conditions

Office and field based with up to 50% travel by land and air required. Petroleum refinery, warehouse/plant environment, out-of-doors environment, and driver based environment including but not limited to chemicals, pressure vessels, tanks, rotating equipment, loud noises, vibrations, working in confined spaces, and exposure to the risk of electrical shock. Subject to all temperatures including outdoors, weather and varying road conditions.

HF Sinclair offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Time-Off
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with match
• Educational Reimbursement
• Parental Bonding Time
• Employee Discounts

We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, ensuring our employees have the resources needed to thrive professionally and personally. Benefit eligibility is governed by official plan documents, for more details visit Total Rewards .

Physical Requirements

Job conditions require talking or hearing, making visual inspections, ability to operate and drive all assigned company vehicles at company standard insurance rates is essential, valid state driver’s license and proof of insurance, perceiving color differences, and wearing personal protective equipment (beards not permitted). Job conditions may require standing, walking, sitting, twisting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, making precise hand and finger movements, reaching or grasping, lifting and/or carrying up to 50lbs, pushing and/or pulling up to 50lbs, climbing up to 20ft, and strenuous physical activity.

At HF Sinclair, we are united through our One HF Sinclair Culture, which is underpinned by our five core values of Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Ownership and Inclusion. Developed to empower our people, our five core cultural values are at the heart of everything we do and extend to how we engage our stakeholders. These values influence our decisions, shape our behaviors and keep us connected across the entire organization. We maintain a true Safety culture for our employees, communities, environments and customers. Our goal is to make sure everyone returns home safely each day. We have a long-standing commitment to Integrity and ethical behavior and do what is right for our employees, investors, communities and the environment. We encourage employees to Step Up and Stand Out by championing a culture of Teamwork and Ownership. We foster a culture of Inclusion by encouraging diversity of experiences, viewpoints and backgrounds. What makes each of us different, together makes us stronger.

About HF Sinclair Corporation

HF Sinclair Corporation, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is an independent energy company that produces and markets high-value light products such as gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel, renewable diesel and lubricants and specialty products. HF Sinclair owns and operates refineries located in Kansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Wyoming, Washington and Utah. HF Sinclair provides petroleum product and crude oil transportation, terminalling, storage and throughput services to our refineries and the petroleum industry. HF Sinclair markets its refined products principally in the Southwest U.S., the Rocky Mountains extending into the Pacific Northwest and in other neighboring Plains states and supplies high-quality fuels to more than 1,750 branded stations and licenses the use of the Sinclair brand to more than 350 additional locations throughout the country. HF Sinclair produces renewable diesel at two of its facilities in Wyoming and also at its facility in New Mexico. In addition, subsidiaries of HF Sinclair produce and market base oils and other specialized lubricants in the U.S., Canada and the Netherlands, and export products to more than 80 countries.

Equal Opportunity Employer

HF Sinclair Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other prohibited ground of discrimination.