Job Description

An Automation Integrator executes automation engineering deliverables by programming and/or installing PLC programs and validating compliance to engineering design.

Responsibilities

• Supports automation engineering with design and control systems improvements.
• Works with automation construction and commissioning project managers to commission facilities.
• Responsible for PLC programming development and HMI/LOI programming and design work.
• Assists with oversight of automation electrical design, troubleshooting, testing, debugging of programs, and redlining of engineering documentation for engineering as-builts.
• All aspects of facility commissioning with a focus on automation control systems.

• Responsible for maintaining project schedules to meet timelines.

• Engaged participation in project meetings and design reviews.

• Responsible for maintaining status reports.

• Advanced understanding of facilities equipment, process flow, and automation control systems and designs.

• Proficiency with electrical systems, mechanical systems, software applications, data management, and network security.

• Develop and validate automation programs ensuring compliance with engineering documentation.

• Use of PLC software (e.g., RSLogix500, RSLogix5000, DirectSoft5, ROCLINK 800/DS800), HMI programs (e.g., Red Lion Crimson, Factory Talk View, Panelview), and RTU programming.

• Complete redlines and relevant documentation to support current as-built post commissioning.

• Follow company management of change (MOC) process.

• Adhere to Oxy program standardization and best practices.

• Support operations and automation specialists with training on automation control system functions.

• Train aspiring automation integrators on organizational processes, programming automation control systems, equipment, and documentation.

• Support low VAC devices including transformers, breaker boxes, electrical switches, heaters, motors, and analyzers.

• Provide troubleshooting and basic repair to 120v AC power supply to automation systems and devices.

• Support troubleshooting of 480v and less of AC power availability and notify the electrical team of findings needing service/repair.

• Support automation end devices (switches, transmitters, etc.), calibrate, troubleshoot, install, and use Hart communicator and multi-meters.

• Identify and troubleshoot Ethernet, serial, satellite, and wireless field communications.

• Ensure alarms are within Oxy standards, accurately represent the process, function as intended, and follow appropriate change control protocols.

• Communicate project activities with asset teams.

• Assist in the evaluation of new technologies providing pro and con analyses.

• Support customers (operations) as a liaison with automation engineering to assist in the design of projects and a desired operating philosophy.

• Active participation in Oxy process improvement teams.

• Ability and willingness to travel to support unassigned job areas as needed.

• Ability and willingness to work 12-hour shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and participate in an on-call rotation when needed.

• Advanced teamwork and collaboration abilities with internal and external business units, exemplifying a responsible attitude for personal safety and the safety of co-workers, contractors, and the public.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of oil and gas automation integrator/programming experience with 3+ years of oil field process facilities experience.

• Advanced understanding of automation and electrical design principles.

• Advanced knowledge and technical skills working with PLCs, HMIs, RTUs, EFMs, POCs (e.g., Allen Bradley, Totalflow, ROCs, Coriolis), and automation devices.

• Intermediate knowledge of technical standards and guidelines (e.g., API, NEC, NFPA, IEEE, ISA).

• Advanced understanding of automation systems and network connections.

• Advanced understanding of PSSRs (pre-startup safety review) and MOCs (management of change).

• Advanced understanding of digital and analog I/O, programming, and troubleshooting.

• Proficient knowledge of analog and discrete instrumentation, and various serial and Ethernet communication protocols.

• Extensive expertise in safe work systems.

• Expertise in electrical/automation construction codes and practices.

• Extensive knowledge of automation equipment specifications and application.

• Demonstrated time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks within timelines.

• Ability to assist in estimating and managing budgets.

• Must be able to work under pressure.

• Proficiency in leadership, mentoring, and training.

• Advanced communication skills, including written, oral, and remote meeting skills.

• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Windows operating systems.

• Must meet all conditional job offer requirements, including background, drug, hair follicle, MVR, agility, and fit for duty.