Job Objective:
Assists with the technical work in the administration, maintenance, and operation of OT Systems, SCADA, computerized distributed control, telemetry input, and computer systems for field operations
Essential Job Responsibilities:
- Working knowledge of SCADA architecture design including control, measurement and safety systems for oil and gas production and pipeline facilities
- Conduct feasibility studies, conduct site surveys and develop recommendations and cost estimates for the installation of new SCADA systems or for the upgrade of existing systems
- Keep abreast of new SCADA related developments and technology in areas such as equipment, software, governmental regulations, advanced business applications, communications and Cybersecurity
- Perform vendor account management to include quotation reviews, selection of vendors, assistance in defining contract terms and monitoring of vendor relationship and performance
- Participates in SCADA Industrial Control System (ICS) reviews and maintenance
- Utilize and implement management of change processes for safety related changes to SCADA systems
- Documentation of new and existing systems and applications
- Coordinate, lead and direct the work of others, both internal and external, for small to medium sized projects
- Ability to read, understand and troubleshoot electrical prints and diagrams
- Assist IT field analysts in diagnosing SCADA related problems
- Mentor junior level field system analysts through training and review of their work plans and system installs
- Coordinate and participate in the design, development and administration of standards and documentation for all SCADA configuration databases, applications programming and core SCADA functions
- Enforce adherence to corporate SCADA standards
- Apply current ICS Cybersecurity principles and best practices
- Apply process safety principles and best practices
- Design, program, and troubleshoot HMI applications to include graphical design, scripting, and database queries on platforms including Wonderware Intouch/Archestra, Cygnet and GeoSCADA
- Adheres to the company’s values – integrity, ownership, urgency, alignment and innovation
- Supports company vision and mission
- Adheres to established work schedule, attendance standards and is punctual to work and meetings
Other Job Responsibilities:
- Other duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications:
- Five (5) years minimum of SCADA or automation experience, preferably in the oil and gas industry.
- Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with individuals at all levels of the company.
- Strong ability in diagnosing and solving SCADA related problems while maintaining patience, professionalism and courtesy.
- Understanding of SCADA systems as it pertains to administration, programming, database administration, telemetry and PLC/RTU hardware selection.
- Ability to establish priorities, meet deadlines and concentrate on detailed information in a fast-paced demanding work environment.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors and other departments.
- Solid understanding of Windows servers, desktop computers, and networking.
- Good written and verbal communication skills with specific ability to translate complex computer/information systems information into an organized and presentable manner.
- Ability to complete multiple and diverse tasks of differing priorities.
- Proficiency in the use and application of the following software:
One or more of the following required:- HMI applications: Intouch/Archestra, Cygnet, ClearSCADA or similar programs
- PLC applications: RSLogix, GE Proficy or similar programs
- Preferred: proficiency with OSIsoft/PI Historian
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year university or college with a degree in engineering (electrical, chemical, petroleum, mechanical), computer science, or a closely related field.
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What We Do
Hilcorp Energy Company was founded in 1989 with the vision of being the premier independent energy company in America. Today, it is now the largest privately owned oil and natural gas company in the country. Hilcorp is a company founded on the principles of innovation and entrepreneurism. Our Core Values of "integrity, urgency, ownership, alignment, and innovation" are central to everything we do and are fundamental to our culture.