Sr. Operations Specialist - SCADA

Leads operations in the field with operations specialist duties per role specific knowledge. Responsible for oil and gas well operation, well testing, operating and maintaining field equipment and facilities. Responsible for surveillance of general field operations and maintenance of various databases regarding production operations. May monitor or lead the work of lower level operations specialists. Provides operational assistance to personnel based on specialty. Some duties may include, but not limited to, calibration of equipment, functional programming of various control systems, and AC\DC troubleshooting. Responsible for assuring safe and environmentally sound operations, identifying problematic scenarios and implementing preventative measures in the assigned area or responsibility.

Essential Roles & ResponsibilitiesResponsible for analyzing automated facility performance regarding production operationsAdvanced ability to provide basic technical and mechanical assistance to production operations personnelAnalyze various tickets, work orders, records, reports and other administrative reports to manage trends and to support recommendations to management and address electronic\automation issues in the field.

Advanced understanding of oil and gas flow operations and various equipmentTrain, mentor and coach less experienced technicians and conduct job safety analysisAttend integrated solutions meetings and interact with engineers on automation solutionsManage and support all areas of operations to ensure internal process and daily requirements are fulfilledCoordinate with third party contractors to schedule and follow up on installation of PLC control hardware and various automation & measurement deviced.

Ensure all work assignments are carried out with the highest level of quality and safety precautionsConduct business with the highest ethical standards; demonstrate decision-making skills that ensure the safety of all those associated with SM facilitiesOther duties as assignedComputer/Software ApplicationsIndustrial Automation software experience requiredRockwell Software suite (RSLogix 5000, RS Studio, RView)ROC LinkTelepace (Schneider SCADAPack suite)Emerson RTU programming (Fisher ROC)Real FloPCCURole-Specific Technical Knowledge & SkillsHas advanced of requirements of an automation system (Control Narrative, Cause & Effect, etc). The physical ability to immediately respond to emergency situations safely and efficiently. Ability to climb up to 30 feet in height. Strong operational and maintenance knowledge of wellhead equipment, Hydrocarbon tanks, Facility Process, analog devices (Pressure, Level, Temperature, & Flow) and accessories. Able to diagnose best fit applications based on engineering design. Able to supervise contractors in safe and efficient manner.

Ability to evaluate employees assigned to a crew, schedule major projects, and coordinate with other crews. Coordinate automation related activities with operations and maintenance department; support development, enhancement, and security of various telemetry systems. Oversee and coordinate various

SCADA/I&E

projects.

Required Education:

High School Diploma & 7 years experience in control systems integration, instrumentation & maintenanceOR Associates Degree & 5 years experience in control systems integration, instrumentation & maintenanceOR Bachelors Degree & 3 years experience in control systems integration, instrumentation & maintenanceOR Journeymans Electrical License & 3 years experience in control systems integration, instrumentation & maintenance

Typical Experience:

See above. Above experience in the Oil & Gas capacity is preferred along with:

Required experience in PLC programmingRequired experience in instrumentation configuration, installation, and troubleshootingRequired experience in wireless communication, telemetryBasic knowledge in ethernet communications Experience in serial (RS485\RS232) modbus communicationsExperience in basic AC\DC circuitry, 3-phase power awareness, ohms law, and general electrical installation codeSM Energy offers competitive compensation and benefits programs which include, but are not limited to, variable pay, health care coverage, retirement plan, protection coverage, time off and leave programs, training and development opportunities and a range of allowances connected to specific work situations. Details are available at

Careers :

: SM Energy Company (SM) (sm-energy.com).Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.