Automation Technician

Automation Tech

Expanse Electrical is a leader in professional services, specializing in oilfield electrical construction & maintenance; industrial electrical supplies (serving oil & gas industries); natural gas pipeline automation; utility distribution & transmission lines; and power substations.

Expanse Electrical offers an excellent compensation package that includes a competitive salary and excellent benefit package offering health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401K plus company match, employee referral bonus, company paid basic life insurance, paid time off.

Basic Functions

The Automation Tech is responsible for designing and programming new Automation systems as well as supporting existing systems utilizing the latest technologies and trends in Oil & Gas market. Candidate must have a sound working relationship with all management, supervisory positions, foremen, and electricians in their designated area.

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and control instrumentation systems in the Onshore Oil and Gas Industry.
• Upgrade, install and repair PLCs and HMI systems (Schneider Electric, Allen Bradley, Red Lion)
• Implement and diagnose communication systems including Modbus (RTU and TCP/IP), Ethernet IP, and Hart Protocols
• Configure and troubleshoot variable frequency drive systems
• Install and troubleshoot radio and cellular telemetry
• Install and troubleshoot pressure, temperature, flow and level sensors.

Must be willing to relocate to Permian Basin Area

Qualifications

• Safety-minded and follow safety regulations
• Ambition to use the latest trends in Automation designs and equipment for the Onshore Oil & Gas industry
• Valid Driver's License
• Degree in Industrial Technology, Electrical/Electronic Technology or similar field
• 4+ years of experience in PLC and HMI programming, testing and field start up experience.
• Ability to effectively and regularly converse and comprehend in English
• Willing to submit to pre-employment, random and for-cause drug testing

Technical/other training or better in Electronics Technology.

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