What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automation Specialist position at Danos, LLC?
Overview
We are seeking a qualified Automation Specialist to support the Automation Construction and Commissioning Team based in the Kermit Main Field Office. This role is responsible for commissioning automation systems and safely bringing oil and gas production facilities online into sales. The Automation Specialist will work closely with Production Operations, Facilities Engineering, Automation Engineering, and Automation Maintenance to ensure projects are executed in accordance with engineered designs, company standards, and industry best practices.
Responsibilities
- Commission automation systems for new and modified facilities following engineered documentation and client automation standards
- Validate automation designs, equipment installation, and system configuration during construction and commissioning
- Program, configure, test, calibrate, and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, RTUs, EFMs, and related instrumentation
- Perform loop checks, functional testing, and startup activities to safely bring facilities online
- Interpret and redline P&IDs, PFDs, Instrument Indexes, Cause and Effect diagrams, wiring diagrams, and control documentation
- Ensure all automation documentation is accurate and complete, with redlines submitted for As-Built revision control
- Enforce Management of Change (MOC) processes and participate in Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR)
- Serve as the Field Automation Representative coordinating with Facilities and Automation Engineering on design improvements and standardization
- Provide technical support and training to field personnel using local HMIs and remote access
- Troubleshoot process control, instrumentation, and control network issues in field environments
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of oil and gas automation, instrumentation, or controls experience
- Strong knowledge of oil and gas facility process equipment and automation system design
- Advanced experience with PLCs, HMIs, RTUs, EFMs, and POCs (Allen-Bradley, Totalflow, ROC, Coriolis, etc.)
- Strong understanding of digital and analog I/O, loop commissioning, and facility startup
- Experience troubleshooting and calibrating temperature, pressure, level, and flow instrumentation
- Working knowledge of pneumatic instrumentation calibration and maintenance
- Experience with MOC and PSSR processes; design reviews and PHA/PHR experience preferred
- Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication, teamwork, and leadership skills
- Knowledge of automation host systems and industrial control networks
- Proficient with test equipment such as Fluke 789, HART Communicator, and radio communications software
- Proficient with AC and DC electrical circuits
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)
- Must maintain required safety certifications and training
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Must meet conditional job offer requirements including background, hair follicle drug test, MVR check, fit for duty and agility.