What are the responsibilities and job description for the RD&E Automation Technician position at ChampionX?
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We are seeking a skilled Automation Technician with experience in LabVIEW to join our dynamic team in our Sugar Land, TX location. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automated systems and equipment. This role requires a hands-on approach and the ability to troubleshoot and optimize automation processes.
Key Responsibilities
ChampionX is a global leader in providing chemistry programs and services, drilling technology, artificial lift solutions, and automation technologies for the upstream and midstream oil and gas industry. Our world-class safety culture fuels our purpose to improve lives through our commitment to deliver sustainable operations.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At ChampionX, we believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every employee can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of employees and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.
In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA). Our goal is to fully utilize minority, female, disabled and covered veteran individuals at all levels of the workforce.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
We are seeking a skilled Automation Technician with experience in LabVIEW to join our dynamic team in our Sugar Land, TX location. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automated systems and equipment. This role requires a hands-on approach and the ability to troubleshoot and optimize automation processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop automated systems using LabVIEW.
- Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of automated equipment.
- Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve automation processes.
- Develop and implement test procedures for automated systems.
- Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Document all work and maintain accurate records of system configurations and changes.
- Associate’s in Electronics or Automation Technology, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience working with LabVIEW.
- Strong understanding of automation systems and equipment.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong communication skills.
- Experience with PLC programming and other automation software.
- Experience in Modbus
- Knowledge of industrial control systems and instrumentation.
- Certification in LabVIEW or related automation technologies.
ChampionX is a global leader in providing chemistry programs and services, drilling technology, artificial lift solutions, and automation technologies for the upstream and midstream oil and gas industry. Our world-class safety culture fuels our purpose to improve lives through our commitment to deliver sustainable operations.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At ChampionX, we believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every employee can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of employees and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.
In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA). Our goal is to fully utilize minority, female, disabled and covered veteran individuals at all levels of the workforce.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
