Senior Specialist - IT SCADA

Energy Transfer

The Role

Overview

Provide real-time SCADA system support, integration, and administration for pipeline control

Key Responsibilities

  • lineouts testing
  • 24x7 support
  • scada management
  • change documentation
  • scada integration
  • data polling

Tasks

-Participate in lineouts testing to meet regulatory requirements. -Provide 24x7 support to the Control Center on a rotational basis -Independently prioritize work to handle multiple concurrent projects to achieve results. -Work with the pipeline controllers to make sure the SCADA application is always providing them the ability to operate the pipeline safely. -Document changes, obtain required approvals, and submit changes -Occasional overnight travel may be required. -Work with Field Personnel, CRM and the Control Center on projects to determine points that need to be brought back into the SCADA system when performing SCADA integration of field sites. -Work closely with Field Personnel to configure, test, and troubleshoot data polling from the SCADA System to remote PLCs and RTUs.

Requirements

  • scada
  • plc
  • excel
  • sql
  • bachelor's
  • problem solving

What You Bring

-Must be able to follow controlled procedures, adhere to database and display standards and change management procedures. -A basic understanding of PLC and RTU communication protocols and TCP/ IP communications. -Gas, and/or Liquids pipeline experience preferred with a working knowledge of measurement technologies, process control automation, device protocols, networking, and telecommunications. -A basic understanding of pipeline hydraulics. -CygNet and Ignition SCADA experience is a plus but other Automation, EFM Collection or SCADA Systems experience will be considered. -Solid Microsoft skills with an emphasis in advanced Excel. Pluses include; SQL and Microsoft development tools .Net and Visual Studio. -System interfaces, business data processes, and reporting. -Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing. -Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent. Experience will be considered in lieu of degree. -Occasional visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment. -Must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written). -The IT Specialist level requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and 2-5 years of relevant job related experience -A working knowledge of real-time systems, particularly SCADA systems or PLCs and RTUs is preferred. -Experience working with the Windows operating system and server administration. -Familiarity with PHMSA Control Room Management (CRM) processes and guidelines. -The Lead IT Specialist level requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 8+ years of relevant job related experience -The Senior IT Specialist level requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 5-8 years of relevant job related experience -2-5 years of experience with SCADA systems. -CygNet and Ignition SCADA application with remote site integration experience. -Strong problem solving, technical, and functional skills with the ability to multi-task. -Databases and Graphical Displays for Control Center Operations -Must be able to take direction, work well in a team environment, and interact with all levels of management, engineering, systems, operations and field personnel

Benefits

-Usually, normal office working conditions.

The Company

About Energy Transfer

-Growth has been fuelled by bold acquisitions—Sunoco, Southern Union, Regency, Williams, SemGroup, Crestwood—each adding new pipeline systems, storage, or marketing reach. -Projects range from the first Dakota Access crude conduit to the Lake Charles LNG export terminal and AI-data center gas supply agreement. -Specialisms span natural gas midstream, interstate/intrastate transport, NGL fractionation, crude/refined-product terminals and LNG operations. -Unusual fact: beyond pipelines, it even struck a deal to power AI-focused data centers via its Oasis Pipeline, showcasing a creative pivot into tech-energy synergy.

Sector Specialisms

Natural Gas Transportation

Crude Oil Transportation

Natural Gas Liquids (NGL) Transportation

Refined Products Transportation

Pipeline Storage

Terminaling

Midstream Energy Infrastructure

Intrastate and Interstate Transportation

NGL Fractionation

LNG Import and Regasification

Energy Infrastructure Development

Pipeline Operations and Maintenance