What are the responsibilities and job description for the 25-020.B1 - Automation Specialist position at Hilcorp?
Job Objective
- Design, implement and maintain Industrial Control Systems and associated HMI/SCADA infrastructure.
- Human/Machine Interface (HMI) development and support.
- Programmable Logic Controller system design, programming, and maintenance.
- Distributed Control System programming and troubleshooting.
- Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot industrial protocol communication networks.
- Engage and maintain alignment with facility technicians on troubleshooting and system support.
- Read, understand, and troubleshoot electrical prints and P&IDs.
- Mentor and train junior level Automation Specialists.
- Adheres to the company’s values – integrity, ownership, urgency, alignment, and innovation.
- Supports company vision and mission.
- Adheres to established work schedule, attendance standards and is punctual to work and meetings.
- Other duties as assigned by management.
- Four (4) years minimum Automation/SCADA experience.
- Ability to work a 12 hour per day, 14/14 day rotational assignment on the North Slope of Alaska.
- Strong ability in diagnosing and solving problems while maintaining patience, professionalism, and courtesy.
- Ability to establish priorities, meet deadlines, and concentrate on detailed information in a fast-paced and demanding work environment.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and other departments.
- Solid understanding of desktop computers, networking, printers, and general office applications.
- Ability to complete multiple, diverse tasks of differing priorities.
- Proficient in the use of HMI, PLC, and DCS programming software.
- Preferred experience:
- AVEVA System Platform, Rockwell, GE, Modicon PLCs, Honeywell DCS.
- Associates Degree or certificate of completion from a 2 year technical school that is accredited or any equivalent combination of education and experience demonstrating sufficient knowledge, ability and skill to handle the duties and responsibilities of the position.
- None.
