Senior SCADA Engineer — Real-Time Pipeline Control

Energy Transfer LP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Transfer LP is seeking a SCADA Specialist to perform real time SCADA system support and administration for a Pipeline SCADA system. You will work with Pipeline Control to ensure safe and secure operation of pipelines through SCADA HMI systems.

The role involves integrating RTUs and PLCs with Field Personnel, 24x7 control center support, and collaboration across operations, engineering, and field teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent. Experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
• 2-5 years of experience with SCADA systems.
• CygNet SCADA experience is a plus but other Automation, EFM Collection or SCADA Systems experience will be considered.
• Gas, and/or Liquids pipeline experience preferred with a working knowledge of measurement technologies, process control automation, device protocols, networking, and telecommunications.
• Strong problem solving, technical, and functional skills with the ability to multi-task.
• Experience working with the Windows operating system and server administration.
• Must be able to follow controlled procedures, adhere to database and display standards and change management procedures.
• Must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
• Independently prioritize work to handle multiple concurrent projects to achieve results.
• Must be able to take direction, work well in a team environment, and interact with all levels of management, engineering, systems, operations and field personnel.

Responsibilities

• System Configuration and Administration.
• Databases and Graphical Displays for Control Center Operations.
• System interfaces, business data processes, and reporting.
• Work with Field Personnel, CRM and the Control Center on projects to determine points that need to be brought back into the SCADA system when performing SCADA integration of field sites.
• Participate in lineouts testing to meet regulatory requirements.
• Work closely with Field Personnel to configure, test, and troubleshoot data polling from the SCADA System to remote PLCs and RTUs.
• Work with the pipeline controllers to make sure the SCADA application is always providing them the ability to operate the pipeline safely.
• Provide 24x7 support to the Control Center on a rotational basis.
• Document changes, obtain required approvals, and submit changes.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

SCADA experience

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Windows Server

CygNet SCADA

SQL

.NET / Visual Studio

Excel

TCP/IP

Job description

Energy Transfer LP is seeking a SCADA Specialist to perform real time SCADA system support and administration for a Pipeline SCADA system. You will work with Pipeline Control to ensure safe and secure operation of pipelines through SCADA HMI systems.

The role involves integrating RTUs and PLCs with Field Personnel, 24x7 control center support, and collaboration across operations, engineering, and field teams.