Automation Technician/ PLC Programmer

GLX Technologies helps Oil & Gas and Water Utility clients optimize operations through automation. Our field services and professional services divisions provide end-to-end solutions—from system design and field integration to final commissioning. We offer both application-specific builds and off-the-shelf control panels to meet diverse needs. By enabling real-time monitoring, control, and data visualization, we drive efficiency, cost reduction, and compliance. With a phased approach to automation, we empower clients to modernize at their own pace, ensuring flexibility, scalability, and long-term sustainability.

Learn more at https://glxtech.com.

We are currently seeking an Automation Technician/PLC Programmer for our West Texas/New Mexico operations. Local candidates are preferred, but we are open to hiring non-local candidates to work on a 2:1 rotation.

Functions and Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain PLC programs for Allen Bradley MicroLogix and ControlLogix platforms.

• Create and maintain HMI programs for Allen Bradley FactoryTalk and Controlled Components Workbench applications.

• Read and interpret technical documentation (P&IDs, ladder logic, function block code, schematics, loop sheets, manuals, etc).

• Define Analog & Digital I/O designs and documentation.

• Modbus communication protocol programming.

• Troubleshoot and calibrate field sensors including wiring and configuration (flow, temperature, pressure, and level devices).

• Willingness to travel.

Required Experience/Qualifications:

2 years’ experience in the following:

• Experience programming PLC units, HMI panels, and SCADA networking equipment.

• Allen Bradley, ScadaPak, Idec, Modicon PLC programming.

• Experience with Maple Systems, Beijer, IDEC HMI's highly preferred.

• Experience configuring Oil & Gas industry instrumentation and tank monitoring process control equipment.

• Experience with constant customer communication, weekly status reports, and project timelines required.

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft operating systems and software applications.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a group setting, team-oriented, self-motivated, and results-driven.

Preferred Qualifications (Non-Essential):

• Knowledge of other PLC platforms: SCADAPack, Idec, Modicon, Seimens

• Knowledge of Emerson ROC 800 and 107

• Knowledge of Totalflow XRC and RMC Meters

• Develop and maintain SCADA communications and networking equipment.

• Supporting development of software standards for modular, scalable, reusable solutions.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent

Employment at GLX Technologies:

• GLX Technologies provides a drug-free workplace, and the company will require you to participate in its drug testing program. This will include a pre-employment drug screen.

• GLX Technologies also performs a driving record and 7-Point comprehensive criminal screen on all hires.

• This position is safety sensitive. GLX Technologies also considers driving a safety-sensitive function. A constant state of alertness as an essential job function.

• Legal or illegal, prescribed or non-prescribed, and over-the-counter substances can hinder a state of alertness, and one is not permitted to perform work if one is not able to perform in a constant state of alertness.

• Substances that are deemed legal may contain prohibited substances. These substances can hinder alertness and result in a positive test result. A positive result has adverse consequences.