What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automation Specialist position at Targa Resources?
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Automation Specialist is a member of the team that is responsible for providing support through the daily operations of the Targa Pipeline Gas Plant Automation HMI/PLC hardware/software systems and related process control systems that ensure reliable gas plant operations. This position will be focused on Targa’s Badlands area of operation.
JOB FUNCTIONS AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide daily operational support for Plant Automation HMI\PLC systems.
- Work closely with Engineering, and Operations to ensure the Gas Plant Automation HMI\PLC Systems are being developed to established standards.
- Implement modification based on control narrative and C&E information.
- Work closely with O&M groups to ensure the efficient and reliable delivery of fully functional and maintainable systems, as well as provide expertise for ongoing operational support
- Assist in the development and maintenance of design standards, templates and tools for the Gas Plant Automation HMI\PLC Systems.
- Collaborate with internal and external customer(s) to determine operational needs and requirements of Plant Automation HMI\PLC systems.
- Implement Gas Plant Automation HMI\PLC system projects, including engineering oversight, task management, and implementing lessons learned, found during project execution.
- Position will require travel (less than 40%)
MINIMUM ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
- Design/analysis experience in automation design.
- Design/analysis experience with software HMI\PLC\DCS systems.
- Problem solving – the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully
- Communication – the individual speaks and writes clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, demonstrates group presentations skills and conducts meetings.
- Building Effective Teams - create strong morale and spirit within the team, shares wins and successes, fosters open dialogue, defines success in terms of the whole team, and creates feeling of belonging in the team.
- Organized and methodical approach to maintaining a high-performance HMI/PLC system
- Regular and reliable attendance.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- HMI and PLC\DCS Systems Design Engineering with 5 years’ experience
- In depth knowledge and project design experience with HMI Systems and PLC\DCS with end-to-end responsibility.
- In depth knowledge with Allen Bradly PLCs, Controllogix, Compactlogix, and slc500 and micrologix1400.
- In depth knowledge with other PLCs, GE, Modicon, Bristol, Scadapack a plus
- In depth knowledge of industry standard HMI software and platforms – Wonderware System Platform, Rockwell FactoryTalk and Ignition.
- In depth knowledge of DCS systems, DeltaV, Honeywell, and GE Matrix. Also, knowledge of Foxboro, GE Cimplicity, ABB a plus
- In depth knowledge of programming languages, UI design, databases
- Highly organized individuals capable of working on multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong technical writing skills for the development of design standards and specifications
- Ability to collaborate as a team and act as a team leader in a group of cross functional engineers
- User knowledge with AutoCAD, Visio, MS Office and MS Project, Excel
- Knowledge of electrical design, materials and methods installation.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Vision sufficient to read computer screens, reports and related documents
- Hearing sufficient to hear verbal instruction and normal conversation levels
- Speech sufficient to communicate in person and over the telephone
- Dexterity sufficient to operate computers and other related office equipment
- Strength sufficient to lift, carry and move objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
- Endurance sufficient to maintain efficiency throughout the entire work shift
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
Targa Resources provides equal employment opportunities based on merit, experience, and other work-related criteria and without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We also strive to provide reasonable accommodation to employees’ beliefs and practices that do not conflict with Targa’s policies and applicable law. We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to their role with Targa.
