What are the responsibilities and job description for the POC Automation Technician II position at John Wood Group?
Ready to work for an industry leader? Wood is looking for a hands-on POC Automation Technician II to support field operations in Carlsbad, NM. You’ll be part of a high-performing team that keeps automation systems running safely and efficiently across our oil and gas production sites. We're looking for someone with a strong background in troubleshooting, programming, and maintaining POC and RTU systems, especially Lufkin and Weatherford controllers.
U.S. Only: Authorization to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Wood is required.
- Install, calibrate, program, maintain, and troubleshoot automation and control equipment.
- Provide on-site support for automation systems, RTUs, fi eld instrumentation (level, pressure, fl ow, vibration).
- Ensure compliance with corporate and industry standards for process control.
- Utilize CMMS (SAP) for maintenance tracking.
- Maintain and repair POC systems including Lufkin 1.0, 2.0, and Weatherford.
- Follow proper PLC programming standards and Management of Change (MOC) procedures.
- Recommend and implement improvements for instrumentation/control systems.
- 2-year Instrumentation or Automation Technology degree (GPA 2.5 ) OR Equivalent technical experience and strong safety record, or GED.
- Minimum 3 years in oil fi eld automation.
- Intermediate experience with RTUs, analog/discrete instrumentation, and communication protocols (serial, Ethernet).
- Basic ability to maintain and troubleshoot POC systems (Lufkin/Weatherford).
- Understanding of AC/DC circuits.
- Familiarity with API, NEC, NFPA, IEEE, ISA standards.
- Profi cient in Microsoft Offi ce Suite and Windows OS.
- Qualifi ed to work on electrical systems up to 480V (training & PPE provided).
- Must be able to work in confi ned spaces and from aerial manlifts.
- Willing to work 12-hour shifts including weekends, holidays, and be part of an on-call rotation.
Preferred:
Bachelor’s degree in Automation (GPA 3.0 )
Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com
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