Specialist-Engineer Tech (Aurora, CO)

Description

• Supports the identification and prioritization of capital and O&M improvement projects.
• Provide support to Environmental Representatives and Company or Contract testing group in resolving emissions testing issues.
• Support technical training curriculum for Operations Specialists including E&C Technician advancement reviews.
• Assist in the establishment/support of automation standards for reporting to Gas Control.
• Provide technical advice and support for Third Party Vendors performing specialized work on plant systems.
• Provide technical advice and support to Operations Specialists and site leadership the basics of plant operations and troubleshooting.
• Implement solutions and/or corrective actions to resolve issues generated by Third Party Vendor Technical Service Bulletins.
• Maintain and troubleshoot turbine and reciprocating engine and PLC code in unit and station controllers as well as ancillary equipment, ESD and safety systems.
• Support SCADA data transfer to Gas Control and COMETII.
• Provide technical input/assistance at key phases of capital projects (scoping, design review & commissioning).
• Identify opportunities and implement plans for improved performance and reliability of plant systems.
• Maintain and troubleshoot compressor station HMI node programs and provide direct support to HMI hardware.
• Troubleshoot and resolve automation and compressor controls issues that cannot be remedied at the Operations level
• Review and implement company standards where applicable in PLC programming and HMI development/programming.

Requirements

• Incumbent must be proficient in HMI development and troubleshooting- experience with WonderWare HMI / SCADA implementation or equivalent is required.
• Demonstrated customer focus in dealing with engineering, field operations, and other internal and external groups.
• Position requires familiarity of natural gas compression facilities, rotating machinery including reciprocating engines / compressors, gas turbines and / or electric motor driven centrifugal compressors, ancillary support systems such as air systems, cooling water systems, and medium voltage electrical distribution systems.
• Excellent team working skills – demonstrated ability to work with operations groups, support groups, and engineering support staff.
• Must be able to speak and understand English
• Must be able to perform all essential functions of the job.
• Must be able to frequently: enter confined spaces; and climb to and work from elevated platforms, ladders and walkways.
• Support multiple controls platforms including: WonderWare, RS Panel View, Allen Bradley, GE Fanuc, Reliance.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 30 pounds in awkward positions, and 50 pounds from floor to waist.
• Must be able to tolerate extreme conditions; will work outdoors in all seasons.
• Experience with start-up and commissioning of compressor-station and or industrial facilities is desired.
• Incumbent must be proficient in PLC programming and troubleshooting, including ladder logic and structured text – experience with Rockwell RSLogix-5 and RSLogix-5000 is required.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills – proven ability to produce clear, concise written reports, and discuss and review, and present technical information.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Computer Science
• Must be comfortable working with remote supervision.
• Required to carry a company-provided cell phone, and be available to respond during working hours, and non-working hours as needed.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills. Must be able to prioritize assignments according to business needs.
• Must be able to see, hear, walk and speak clearly.
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisor(s), prioritize and adhere to established work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Incumbent should have at least 3 years of experience in operations, maintenance and capital-project support of industrial automation systems.
• The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.
• Incumbent should have a working knowledge of the NFPA 70E / NEC, and Part 192 of the DOT Pipeline Safety Regulations.
• Industrial automation project management experience.
• Travel is required and anticipated as up to 40-50% on average and may occasionally include out-of-town nights and weekend travel.
• Strong understanding of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint and Microsoft operating systems.
• Ability to effectively organize, plan, prioritize, document, and complete work with a minimum of supervision.
• Successful applicant must be a disciplined, self-starter who is capable of working with minimal direct supervision.
• Must be able to work without close supervision.
• Must be available to provide reasonable response to callouts and emergency situations.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance