Sr. Specialist - IT SCADA

Energy Transfer LP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Transfer LP is seeking a SCADA Specialist to support and administer real-time SCADA for pipeline operations. You will collaborate with Pipeline Control to ensure safe, secure monitoring and control, and work with Field Personnel to integrate RTUs and PLCs for live data access.

The role requires 2-5 years of SCADA experience, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to diagnostics. Occasional site visits and a on-call rotation are part of the job, with a focus on reliability

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or equivalent; experience considered in lieu of degree.
• 2-5 years of SCADA experience.
• Experience with SCADA systems and industrial control environments.
• Knowledge of measurement technologies, PLCs/RTUs and TCP/IP communications.
• Familiarity with CRM processes and regulatory guidelines is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time SCADA system support and administration for pipeline SCADA systems.
• Coordinate with Pipeline Control to ensure safe, reliable operations.
• Integrate RTUs and PLCs for real-time data access with Field Personnel.
• Maintain documentation, change management, and test plans.
• Provide 24x7 support on a rotational basis.
• Travel occasionally to industrial sites as needed.

Skills

SCADA systems

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Prioritization

Documentation

Real-time data analysis

Education

Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent

Tools

CygNet SCADA

Windows Server

SQL

Microsoft .NET

Visual Studio

Job description

Energy Transfer, recognized by Forbes as one of America's best large employers, is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America's energy. We are driven to inspire our employees to create superior value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where we have long-standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children's Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, The American Red Cross, Ronald McDonald House and many more.

We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible. We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, PTO and abundant career opportunities.

Come join our award winning 12,000 strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!

Summary

Energy Transfer is seeking a SCADA Specialist to perform real time SCADA system support and administration for a Pipeline SCADA system. This position interacts with Pipeline Control to ensure they can control and monitor pipelines safely and securely through SCADA HMI systems. The SCADA Specialist will work with Field Personnel on integrating RTUs and PLCs that are needed for real time data.

Essential Duties and 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

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• 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

Required experience is commensurate with the selected job level

• The IT Specialist level requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and 2-5 years of relevant job related experience
• The Senior IT Specialist level requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and 5-8 years of relevant job related experience
• The Lead IT Specialist level requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and 8+ years of relevant job related experience

Preferred Qualifications

• A working knowledge of real-time systems, particularly SCADA systems or PLCs and RTUs is preferred.
• Solid Microsoft skills with an emphasis in advanced Excel. Pluses include; SQL and Microsoft development tools .Net and Visual Studio.
• A basic understanding of pipeline hydraulics.
• A basic understanding of PLC and RTU communication protocols and TCP/ IP communications.
• CygNet SCADA application with remote site integration experience.
• Familiarity with PHMSA Control Room Management (CRM) processes and guidelines.

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Usually, normal office working conditions.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Occasional visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment.

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