The Automation Specialist III is responsible for advanced troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities. This role involves explaining control logic functionality and solutions for system operational conditions that impact performance. The technician begins acquiring entry-level integrator skills and utilizes engineering design documents to commission control systems, validate control loops, confirm control logic functionality, configure end devices, and test alarms.

• Maintain and repair a variety of automation and electrical equipment related to upstream onshore oil and gas operations.
• Provide on-site automation support for upstream onshore oil and gas operations.
• Serve as a technical resource for facility control systems and field instrumentation, including level, pressure, flow, and vibration instruments.
• Ensure maintenance activities comply with industry and corporate Process Control standards.
• Adhere to PLC programming practices, standards, and Management of Change (MOC) procedures.
• Identify issues with instrumentation and control systems to find opportunities for strategic improvements.
• Utilize CMMS tools like SAP to support maintenance operations.
• Education: 2-year degree in Instrumentation or Automation Technology (GPA 2.5 or higher, or foreign equivalent) or equivalent technical experience with a strong safety record.
• Experience: 3+ years as an Automation Specialist; 3+ years in the oil field.
• Technical Knowledge:
• Advanced knowledge of well RTU designs, programming, and troubleshooting.
• Proficient in analog and discrete instrumentation and serial/ethernet communications protocols.
• Familiar with technical standards and guidelines (API, NEC, NFPA, IEEE, ISA, etc.).
• Intermediate skills in maintaining PLC programs (function block, ladder logic, structured text) and HMI interfaces.
• Work Environment: Ability to work 12-hour shifts (nights, weekends, holidays) and participate in an on-call rotation. Willingness to travel to unassigned job areas and work in aerial manlift platforms.
• Safety: Demonstrated ability to work safely around instrumentation and electrical systems.
• Independence: Capable of working responsibly with minimal supervision.
• Technology Skills: Intermediate proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Windows Operating Systems.

• 7+ years of Automation Specialist experience required. 
• Bachelor's degree in Automation or equivalent preferred. High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience with Allen Bradley and Rosemount systems; ability to interpret Cause & Effects, P&ID's, wiring diagrams, and control narratives.
• Must meet all conditional job offer requirements such as background, drug, MVR, agility, fit for duty.
• Physical Requirements - Must be able to lift 40 lbs., climb ladders and stairs. Walking, bending stooping is required. Must be able to wear personal protective equipment. Must be able to respond to visual and audible alarms.
• Understanding of importance of environmental and safe work practices.