Senior Specialist - IT SCADA
Energy Transfer
Real-time SCADA support & admin for pipeline systems.
17 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Houston, TX
Hybrid
Company Size
16,248 Employees
Service Specialisms
Pipeline Transportation
Midstream Energy Services
Natural Gas Transportation
Crude Oil Transportation
NGL Transportation
Storage Services
Processing Services
Refining
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
Role
What you would be doing
regulatory testing
change management
24x7 support
scada polling
scada integration
pipeline safety
- Participate in lineouts testing to meet regulatory requirements.
- Document changes, obtain required approvals, and submit changes
- Provide 24x7 support to the Control Center on a rotational basis
- Work closely with Field Personnel to configure, test, and troubleshoot data polling from the SCADA System to remote PLCs and RTUs.
- Independently prioritize work to handle multiple concurrent projects to achieve results.
- 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 with the pipeline controllers to make sure the SCADA application is always providing them the ability to operate the pipeline safely.
What you bring
bachelor’s
scada
cygnet
ignition
plc
problem solving
- 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
- The IT Specialist level requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and 2-5 years of relevant job related experience
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent. Experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
- 2-5 years of experience with SCADA systems.
- 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
- CygNet and Ignition SCADA application with remote site integration experience.
- System interfaces, business data processes, and reporting.
- Gas, and/or Liquids pipeline experience preferred with a working knowledge of measurement technologies, process control automation, device protocols, networking, and telecommunications.
- A working knowledge of real-time systems, particularly SCADA systems or PLCs and RTUs is preferred.
- Must be able to follow controlled procedures, adhere to database and display standards and change management procedures.
- A basic understanding of pipeline hydraulics.
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
- A basic understanding of PLC and RTU communication protocols and TCP/ IP communications.
- 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.
- Strong problem solving, technical, and functional skills with the ability to multi-task.
- Experience working with the Windows operating system and server administration.
- 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.
- Must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
- Familiarity with PHMSA Control Room Management (CRM) processes and guidelines.
- Databases and Graphical Displays for Control Center Operations
- Usually, normal office working conditions.
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Company
Overview
125,000 miles
Pipeline Network
The company owns or operates an extensive network of pipelines crisscrossing the U.S., facilitating the transport of various energy products.
$83 billion
Annual Revenue
In 2023, the company achieved robust financial performance with multibillion-dollar revenues.
$5 billion
2025 Capital Expenditure Plan
The company has allocated significant resources for growth through a strategic capital expenditure plan.
42-inch
Pipeline Diameter
The company operates one of the largest gas pipelines in Texas, showcasing its capacity for major energy infrastructure.
- 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.
- Integrity: Strong enforcement of integrity and compliance standards across the organization
- Community: A culture of openness, transparency and continuous improvement
- Excellence: Strive to be best in class in EH&S and compliance performance
- Responsibility: Committed to protecting the environment and conserving natural resources
- We believe in doing what’s right. We strive for honesty and respect in all that we do
- We believe in a culture of honesty, trust and respect. Our people are our most valued resource
20% Renewable Energy
Energy Procurement
Approximately 20% of electrical energy purchased daily is from renewable sources like wind and solar.
~4,000 kW/day
Solar Energy Generation
Installed ~18,000 solar panels at metering stations, generating enough power for ~127 homes daily.
789,908 tons COâ‚‚
Emission Reduction
Dual-Drive compressor technology reduced COâ‚‚ emissions in Texas by ~789,908 tons in 2023.
15% GHG Reduction
Year-over-Year Emissions
Reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 15% from 2022 to 2023.
- Installed thermal oxidizers at processing plants to reduce methane and VOC emissions by 98–99%
- Use ~12,000 low-emission pneumatic devices, preventing ~71 tons (2.9 M scf) of methane emissions daily
- Sequestered ~69,400 metric tons COâ‚‚ via carbon capture in 2023
- Partnered conservation projects sequestered ~368 metric tons COâ‚‚e in 2023
- Joined Environmental Partnership to reduce emissions and support solar powering of cryogenic plants and compressor stations
- Member of Environmental Partnership, API Environmental Partnership, Pipeline Research Council International for emissions reduction best practices
- Zero-incident culture goal with tracking via Performance Assurance Program and real-time EHS incident tracking
- Reported net reduction of ~765,000 tons of Scope 1 COâ‚‚ emissions via Dual-Drive compressors in 2021
- Invested US $150 million in environmental initiatives (2024)
- No stated net-zero target by date
3.8-3.9/5
D&I Employee Rating
Average diversity and inclusion rating based on feedback from ~263 employees on Glassdoor.
Gender Ratings
D&I Ratings by Gender
Women: 3.7/5 based on 33 responses; Men: 3.9/5 based on 90 responses on Glassdoor.
Top 5% Rank
Diversity Ranking on Comparably
The company scores in the top 5% for gender and diversity ratings among firms with over 10,000 employees on Comparably.
15,000+ Organizations
Job Promotions
Promotes job opportunities to over 15,000 diversity-focused organizations across the U.S.
- All leaders receive mandatory diversity & inclusion training.
- No gender‑representation % disclosed publicly.
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