Job Objective:
Assists with the technical work in the administration, maintenance, and operation of SCADA, computerized distributed control, telemetry input, and computer systems for field operations
Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Working knowledge of SCADA architecture design including control, measurement and safety systems for oil and gas production and pipeline facilities 


• Conduct feasibility studies, conduct site surveys and develop recommendations and cost estimates for the installation of new SCADA systems or for the upgrade of existing systems 


• Keep abreast of new SCADA related developments and technology in areas such as equipment, software, governmental regulations, advanced business applications, communications and Cybersecurity


• Perform vendor account management to include quotation reviews, selection of vendors, assistance in defining contract terms and monitoring of vendor relationship and performance


• Participates in SCADA Industrial Control System ( ICS) reviews and maintenance


• Utilize and implement management of change processes for safety related changes to SCADA systems


• Documentation of new and existing systems and applications


• Coordinate, lead and direct the work of others, both internal and external, for small to medium sized projects


• Ability to read, understand and troubleshoot electrical prints and diagrams 


• Assist IT field analysts in diagnosing SCADA related problems 


• Mentor junior level field system analysts through training and review of their work plans and system installs 


• Coordinate and participate in the design, development and administration of standards and documentation for all SCADA configuration databases, applications programming and core SCADA functions 


• Enforce adherence to corporate SCADA standards


• Apply current ICS Cybersecurity principles and best practices


• Apply process safety principles and best practices


• Design, program, and troubleshoot HMI applications to include graphical design, scripting, and database queries on platforms including Wonderware Intouch/Archestra, Cygnet and ClearSCADA


• Adheres to the company's values - integrity, ownership, urgency, alignment and innovation


• Supports company vision and mission


• Adheres to established work schedule, attendance standards and is punctual to work and meetings

Other Job Responsibilities:

• Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• (5) years of SCADA or automation experience, preferably in the oil and gas industry 


• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with individuals at all levels of the company 


• Strong ability in diagnosing and solving SCADA related problems while maintaining patience, professionalism and courtesy 


• Understanding of SCADA systems as it pertains to administration, programming, database administration, telemetry and PLC/RTU hardware selection  


• Ability to establish priorities, meet deadlines and concentrate on detailed information in a fast-paced demanding work environment 


• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors and other departments 


• Solid understanding of desktop computers, printers and general office applications 


• Good written and verbal communication skills with specific ability to translate complex computer/information systems information into an organized and presentable manner 


• Ability to complete multiple and diverse tasks of differing priorities 


• Proficiency in the use and application of the following software:
  One or more of the following required:
  
  
  • HMI applications: Intouch/Archestra, Cygnet, ClearSCADA or similar programs
  
  
  • PLC applications: RSLogix, GE Proficy or similar programs
  
  
  
  


• Proficiency preferred with OSIsoft/PI Historian

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year university or college with a degree in engineering (electrical, chemical, petroleum, mechanical), computer science, or a closely related field