Sr. Automation Specialist

Kinetik Inc; Maljamar (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinetik Inc in Maljamar, NM, seeks an experienced Automation Technician to install, program, start-up and maintain automation and process control equipment across our field facilities.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and 15+ years in automation, with strong PLC programming, reading schematics and diagnosing complex automation systems.

You will work with Operations, Engineering and Maintenance teams, be prepared for overtime, call-outs and travel to nearby sites as needed.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of related experience in Automation.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Excellent diagnostic and repair skills for complex automation problems.
• Able to read, program, install and troubleshoot PLC programs.
• Able to read electronic schematics.
• Good computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the daily operations of the business unit through the installation, programming, start-up and maintenance of automation and process control equipment.
• Responsible for the design, specification, installation, programming, calibration, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of automation equipment to improve plant system operation/uptime and reduce total operating costs.
• Support all types of plant activity including DCS, PLC, measurement facilities, natural gas collection systems, gas compressors, and gas plant processing equipment.
• Successful applicant will work closely with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Information Technology Groups.
• Thoroughness and attention to detail are required as a significant amount of time will be spent working with complex PLC programs and advanced process control systems.
• Will be subject to overtime and call-out work as needed.
• Other tasks may also be assigned to support operations as necessary.
• Understanding of pneumatic instrumentation: calibration and maintenance.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Automation

PLC programming

Instrumentation

Teamwork

Diagnostics

Reading schematics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Schedule: 5/2, 7/7, 14/14 Available for call-outs and overtime as needed based on business necessity

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the daily operations of the business unit through the installation, programming, start-up and maintenance of automation and process control equipment
• Responsible for the design, specification, installation, programming, calibration, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of automation equipment in order to improve plant system operation/uptime and reduce total operating costs
• Support all types of plant activity including DCS, PLC, measurement facilities, natural gas collection systems, gas compressors, and gas plant processing equipment
• Successful applicant will work closely with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Information Technology Groups
• Thoroughness and attention to detail are required as a significant amount of time will be spent working with complex PLC programs and advanced process control systems
• Will be subject to overtime and call-out work as needed
• Other tasks may also be assigned to support operations as necessary
• Understanding of pneumatic instrumentation: calibration and maintenance
• All other duties as assigned

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• 15 + years of related experience in Automation
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Excellent diagnostic and repair skills for complex problems in automation systems
• Excellent knowledge of automation host systems
• Skillful in reading electronic schematics, identifying components, and understanding their functions
• Able to read, program, install and troubleshoot complex PLC programs
• Good computer skills

Working Conditions:

• Will be working in an office environment with prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer.
• Will work outdoors in adverse or extreme weather conditions.
• Will be required to frequently drive to other field facilities within their assigned region.
• Available outside of normal working hours as needed for business necessity.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
• Ability to work effectively in all working conditions noted above.
• Will require lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 62 lbs. in a safe manner on an occasional basis
• Ability to possess and maintain a valid driver's license to include a safe driving record satisfactory to the company.