Specialist - SCADA IT

Description

• Ensure that KM SCADA system procedures and standards are met.
• Participate in or be directly responsible for working with business groups or other IT staff to provide and/ or develop data interfaces between business and SCADA applications.
• At times during projects and startups long hours will be required to ensure work is completed.
• Support and configuration of measurement applications collecting flow computer information
• The SCADA Specialist will participate in or be responsible for implementation of SCADA system projects related to new or modified facilities. This work may include application configuration, application design and development, graphics development, and other activities in accordance with Kinder Morgan SCADA policies, procedures, and standards.
• Develop documentation related to the design and the use of applications, graphics, applications, procedures, etc.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Control Center, and Operations personnel to ensure that application, graphic, and report design meet customer requirements.
• Work as part of a group to provide SCADA system administration and management functions.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Sharing after-hours callout (7x 24) as part of a group is required.
• Participate in or be directly responsible for the analysis, design and implementation of SCADA related applications, HMI graphics, and reports while following existing standards.
• Provide SCADA system hardware and software support in conjunction with appropriate IT personnel as needed.
• Participate with IT Telecommunications personnel to review network design, maintenance issues, monitoring, etc.
• Participate with IT Infrastructure personnel to review system maintenance, diagnose problems, etc. related to IT Standard operating systems and databases.
• The (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) SCADA Specialist will take a role in the support and maintenance of real-time SCADA systems that operate within North America for products and natural gas pipelines. Work includes development of applications used for natural gas and products pipeline measurement and control center automation.
• Support and configuration of security card systems

Requirements

• Must have reasonable typing skills to effectively complete required work.
• A minimum of 3 years’ work experience with SCADA, Automation or real-time systems support.
• Proficient programming in one or more scripting languages such as PowerShell, JavaScript, and/or Python, as well as familiarity with the .NET library
• SQL database and stored procedure experience
• Majority of time will be spent at a workstation typing and using a mouse. (Significant repetitive motion with fingers)
• Occasional moderate lifting of workstations or monitors.
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks
• Familiarity with IT, SCADA and or Telecomm architectural standards.
• General IT support for applications, servers, desktops, printers, etc
• Standard office environment and hours.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or Computer Science.
• Must demonstrate excellent English-language skill, good written and verbal communication skill.
• Experience in current SCADA System platform (GeoSCADA/Ignition)
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Basic programming skills and experience
• Networking experience within a Telecomm department
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisor(s), adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
• Good understanding of PLC logic control and function.
• Very good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong analytical skills and logical thought processes.
• Advanced use of Microsoft Office applications including MS-Excel & MS-Word
• SCADA or Automation related experience in Pipeline and/or Liquid Terminals Industries
• Ability to work under pressure is required.
• Ability to understand and apply Object Oriented methodologies in the development of applications
• Ability to learn new technology at a rapid pace.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance