Automation Programmer
Garden City, Texas, United States
Competitive
Sector:
Posted: 9/17/2024
Ref: BH-281936
A. Maintenance and installation of PLCs.
Critical alarms (Callout)
a) Be available for contact or make sure that an alternate technician is available.
b) Respond and repair as needed.
Non-critical alarms
a) Respond and repair as needed.
B. Maintenance of data telemetry systems.
3. Configuration and replacement of terminal servers, IP, and serial radios when needed.
4. Review telemetry statistics for each facility. Maintain at least a 90% success rate, if possible.
5. Diagnose telemetry issues in coordination with the communications department.
6. Extensive knowledge and experience in process and control networks.
C. Maintenance configuration and replacement of end devices, both wired and wireless.
7. Lead facility project planning and implementation.
D. PLCs and displays.
8. Advanced programming and editing of programs, including PID loops and high-level process controls.
9.Configuration of addresses for telemetry.
10. Build peripheral cables for radios, PLCs, and term servers.
11. Utilize proper grounding methods.
12. Familiar with various protocols, i.e., Modbus, Lufkin, Hart, and Totalflow.
E. Maintenance of automation-related computer hardware and software.
13. Laptops.
14. Battery backups for host machines.
15. Be proficient in CygNet development and template modification.
16. Test new hardware and software for PCs and field end devices.
F. Automation solutions for production needs.
17. Understand how production facilities operate. Recognize areas where alarms and data gathering are needed in each facility.
18. Present options to automation foremen to determine if the automation installation is the best option.
19. Assist in the development of automation standards.
G. Ensure that data is current on host systems with existing field wiring and monitoring.
H. Direct contractor activities to make particular Apache Corporation is receiving the most efficient use of materials and labor.
II. Behaviors.
A. Dependable and reliable.
Demonstrate leadership abilities.
Available to relieve automation personnel as needed.
Exhibit the ability to make and carry out decisions based on facts.
Mentor lower-level technicians.
B. Self-motivated
5. Generate new ideas and proposals. Be aware of what is going on in your area of responsibility.
6. Requires minimal supervision.
7. Recognize problem areas and develop recommendations before major problems occur.
8. Attend schools and seminars in relation to job duties.
9. Displays expert knowledge in utilization of technology, i.e., vortex, Coriolis, and magnetic meters. Also, wireless gateways, guided wave radar, and float sticks.
10. Demand top performance of company personnel and vendors.
C. Display professional attributes.
11. Complete all paperwork in a timely fashion with correct grammar and legible writing.
12. Communicate with supervisor and peers with the same commitment.
13. Listen effectively.
D. Be a good team leader.
14. Help others with areas where you have special knowledge or skill.
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Critical alarms (Callout)
a) Be available for contact or make sure that an alternate technician is available.
b) Respond and repair as needed.
Non-critical alarms
a) Respond and repair as needed.
B. Maintenance of data telemetry systems.
3. Configuration and replacement of terminal servers, IP, and serial radios when needed.
4. Review telemetry statistics for each facility. Maintain at least a 90% success rate, if possible.
5. Diagnose telemetry issues in coordination with the communications department.
6. Extensive knowledge and experience in process and control networks.
C. Maintenance configuration and replacement of end devices, both wired and wireless.
7. Lead facility project planning and implementation.
D. PLCs and displays.
8. Advanced programming and editing of programs, including PID loops and high-level process controls.
9.Configuration of addresses for telemetry.
10. Build peripheral cables for radios, PLCs, and term servers.
11. Utilize proper grounding methods.
12. Familiar with various protocols, i.e., Modbus, Lufkin, Hart, and Totalflow.
E. Maintenance of automation-related computer hardware and software.
13. Laptops.
14. Battery backups for host machines.
15. Be proficient in CygNet development and template modification.
16. Test new hardware and software for PCs and field end devices.
F. Automation solutions for production needs.
17. Understand how production facilities operate. Recognize areas where alarms and data gathering are needed in each facility.
18. Present options to automation foremen to determine if the automation installation is the best option.
19. Assist in the development of automation standards.
G. Ensure that data is current on host systems with existing field wiring and monitoring.
H. Direct contractor activities to make particular Apache Corporation is receiving the most efficient use of materials and labor.
II. Behaviors.
A. Dependable and reliable.
Demonstrate leadership abilities.
Available to relieve automation personnel as needed.
Exhibit the ability to make and carry out decisions based on facts.
Mentor lower-level technicians.
B. Self-motivated
5. Generate new ideas and proposals. Be aware of what is going on in your area of responsibility.
6. Requires minimal supervision.
7. Recognize problem areas and develop recommendations before major problems occur.
8. Attend schools and seminars in relation to job duties.
9. Displays expert knowledge in utilization of technology, i.e., vortex, Coriolis, and magnetic meters. Also, wireless gateways, guided wave radar, and float sticks.
10. Demand top performance of company personnel and vendors.
C. Display professional attributes.
11. Complete all paperwork in a timely fashion with correct grammar and legible writing.
12. Communicate with supervisor and peers with the same commitment.
13. Listen effectively.
D. Be a good team leader.
14. Help others with areas where you have special knowledge or skill.
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
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