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Devon Energy Prod Co LP
Midstream Automation Engineer
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What they do
An Automation Engineer develops and implements testing strategies and toolsets with the goal of increasing process automation. Establishes appropriate measures to validate and report on software quality. Designs and implements test automation to improve system reliability and stability. Designs and supports frameworks for test infrastructure. Provides automation expertise and mentoring.
$124,641 / year median in Texas
+14% projected growth
Job Description
At Devon, we will offer you a career full of energy and unmatched opportunities to solve today's greatest challenges. Innovation, creative problem-solving and positive change happen when people step out of their comfort zone and think differently. Our values, workplace practices, wellness programs, benefits and compensation are aimed at helping employees manage their unique personal life and care for their families so they can focus on contributing to the fullest.
JOB SUMMARY
The Midstream Automation Engineer for Devon , will participate in the design, installation and support of control systems for production facilities, salt water disposal facilities, compressor stations and other product/processing related infrastructure and facilities. You will act as a technical resource for the automation of various facilities through the implementation of effective technologies and process improvements in order to optimize production and other organizational operations.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide engineering support and technical guidance to end users and plant personnel for existing control systems and HMIs
- Participate in design phase of new projects, including Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), design documents and drawings, and PLC/HMI programming
- Expert knowledge of PLC, HMI and Flow Computer software and hardware
- Troubleshoot equipment problems and perform complex tests on control systems
- Maintain and further develop interface between field automation and scada systems
- Strong understanding of industrial communications (EthernetI/P, ModbusTCP, ModbusRTU, etc.)
- Provide checkout and start-up support for new facilities and equipment
- Other tasks as assigned
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Expert understanding of computer programming and software development, as the incumbent will be required to support various software packages for PLCs, HMIs and Flow Computers with an emphasis on Allen Bradley, also to include Rockwell Logix 5000, Emerson Remote Operations Controllers (ROCs), Red Lion HMIs, etc.
- Must have experience with 120V, 480V and 24VDC
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Must be a self-starter and possess the ability to work independently
- Must be detail oriented with the ability to multi-task
- Must be able to effectively diagnose and solve problems