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Form of workSpecialist-Engineering Technician supports natural gas compressor station automation systems including: industrial gas turbine / centrifugal compressor trains, internal combustion engine / reciprocating compressor packages and ancillary equipment including fans, pumps, air compressors, and cooling towers. Specialist-Engineering Technician works with Automation Engineers in the design and implementation of projects utilizing major DCS, PLC, and Safety System or SCADA control system platforms. On occasion the Specialist - Engineering Technician will assist with troubleshooting. The Specialist - Engineering Technician may work with Environmental Representatives in assessing engine and compressor performance / compliance.
Essential duties and responsibilities:
- Troubleshoot and resolve automation and compressor controls issues that cannot be remedied at the Operations level
- Examples include: failed starts, unit trips, erratic operation of compressors.
- Maintain and troubleshoot turbine and reciprocating engine and PLC code in unit and station controllers as well as ancillary equipment, ESD and safety systems.
- Maintain and troubleshoot compressor station HMI node programs and provide direct support to HMI hardware.
- Provide technical input/assistance at key phases of capital projects (scoping, design review & commissioning).
- Review and implement company standards where applicable in PLC programming and HMI development/programming.
- Support SCADA data transfer to Gas Control and COMETII.
- Support multiple controls platforms including: WonderWare, RS Panel View, Allen Bradley, GE Fanuc, Reliance, MEC-20.
- Assist in the establishment/support of automation standards for reporting to Gas Control.
- Support technical training curriculum for Operations Specialists including E&C Technician advancement reviews.
- Provide technical advice and support to Operations Specialists and site leadership the basics of plant operations and troubleshooting.
- Identify opportunities and implement plans for improved performance and reliability of plant systems.
- Provide technical advice and support for Third Party Vendors performing specialized work on plant systems.
- Provide support to Environmental Representatives and Company or Contract testing group in resolving emissions testing issues.
- Implement solutions and/or corrective actions to resolve issues generated by Third Party Vendor Technical Service Bulletins.
- Successful applicant must be a disciplined, self-starter who is capable of working with minimal direct supervision.
- Supports the identification and prioritization of capital and O&M improvement projects.
- Regular and predictable attendance.
*The primary location for this position will be the Bloomfield, NM office, however the Grand Junction, CO office would be an alternate location.
Education: Technical DegreeEmployment Type: Full Time
