Senior Oil & Gas Automation Engineer: PLC/HMI/SCADA

Crimson Group; Midland (TX); On-site; Full time

Job description

Automation Specialist - Intermediate/Senior - West Texas

Reinvigorate your career with an organization that values teamwork and is passionate about the work we do and the people who do it!

We are looking for an experienced Oil & Gas Automation Specialist to work in the Permian/Delaware Basin of West Texas and Southeast New Mexico on a variety of exciting projects.

Who we are:

At the Crimson Group, we provide our clients with high-value automation, instrumentation, electrical design, and process operation solutions. With the capabilities of a large enterprise, and the agility and responsiveness of a small company, we are a customer-focused provider of automation and integrated solutions. Crimson Group provides total integration of design, project management, panel manufacturing, installation/commissioning, maintenance, and repair for North America and select international markets.

What we Offer:

• Competitive salary, comprehensive benefit package.
• A laptop and company cell phone.
• PPE allowance.
• An environment of continuous learning with the opportunity to enhance your skills & experience and grow within the organization.
• The opportunity to participate in charitable events through our charity, RedTail Community Foundation.

What you will be Doing:

• PLC/HMI/Scada program development and testing.
• FAT, commissioning, and field service.
• Creation of technical documentation (control narratives, test procedures, user manuals, installation/ commissioning manuals, etc.).
• Instrumentation, electrical and control system design support.
• Provide support to project managers with a solid understanding of project execution procedures and functions such as scheduling, budget development and maintenance and scope tracking.
• Integrated testing with project teams in simulated environments in the office.

Your Skills and Qualifications:

• 5 + years PLC/HMI design and programming experience in the oil and gas industry.
• PLC programming experience with one or more of the following vendor systems: Wonderware, Rockwell Allen Bradley, GE, Siemens, Moscad and Ace Motorola Controllers, GE iFix.
• HMI programming experience with one or more of the following vendor systems: Wonderware System Platform, Rockwell Factory Talk SE, Factory Link, Citect, Telvent, etc.
• Experience with on-site commissioning and start-up.
• Understanding of industrial environments, engineering, and production processes.
• PLC/HMI troubleshooting and debugging experience.
• Excellent English, written and verbal communication skills.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License and clean abstract.
• Ability to travel and work away from home.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and organizational skills
• Quick learner; able to adapt to new technologies rapidly.
• A structured approach to problem solving and project execution with the ability to plan, prioritize, and work under pressure to meet expectations and deadlines.
• Ability to work successfully both individually and within team environments.
• Highly motivated & ability to conduct themselves in a professional manner.
• Focus on client service.
• Be a result driven individual who takes ownership of problems and sees them through to completion.
• Must possess a high level of attention to detail.
• Works well in a constantly changing environment.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and professional work environment, the Crimson Group of Companies conducts comprehensive background checks and drug and alcohol testing on all prospective employees as part of the final offer process. These checks are intended to verify the accuracy of information provided by candidates and assess any potential risks to the company or its employees. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of these background checks.