Reports To: Controls Engineering Technology Manager
Location: Houston or Midland/Odessa TX Area, Pittsburg, PA Area, Ponca City, Oklahoma City, or Tulsa OK Area, Wichita KS Area
Amount of Travel Required: 30 45 %
Work Schedule: 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
Positions Supervised: N/A
POSITION SUMMARY: The Controls Engineer is responsible for project execution, operations and maintenance support of Evolution’s Automation and Controls platform. Individual will be responsible for partnering with internal and external stakeholders to familiarize themselves with Evolution’s hardware, software, and network strategy; administer controls environment (hardware, software, networks); maintain, develop, and execute automation solutions that enhance control systems capabilities. Additionally, the successful candidate will be responsible for designing, commissioning and startup of future generations of Evolution’s controls platform.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (The following duties and responsibilities are all essential job functions, as defined by the ADA, except for those that begin with the word "May.")
First point of contact for operations support for technical support of controls platform to ensure continuity of operations
Provide technical support as required to ensure continuity of manufacturing of equipment
Provide training for operations on new processes and technology related to controls engineering
Responsible for executing projects involving the controls platform and all related hardware, software, and networks
Accountable to design, commission and startup automation and controls solutions that can integrate, where appropriate, to the existing controls platform and strategy
Understands equipment electrical controls and can actively work to troubleshoot issues with PLC’s, controllers, networks, VFD’s and power systems, controls & automation software, and all other related elements
Maintains high level of knowledge on controls systems, hardware, and programming/software standards and market trends to keep company environment current
Actively serves as central point of contact for third-party automation integrators
Performs other related duties as assigned
Will be required to engage with various technology vendors and partners
Will be required to travel for discussions with stakeholders, direct operational support and/or technology R&D or deployments
Provide on call support as needed 24/7 to support operations with controls related issues.
Position Requirements
Successfully passes background check, pre-employment drug screening, an any pre-employment aptitude and/or competency assessment(s).
Possesses a valid U.S. Driver’s License.
Daily, predictable attendance
Education/Experience Level
3-5 years of automation, controls, and electrical equipment experience
Specific knowledge of Hydraulic Fracturing activities preferred
Specific Knowledge of Siemens S7 platform preferred
Knowledge of equipment controls and logic
Able to read electrical/controls drawings
Able to read network diagrams
Qualifications, Skills, And Abilities
Strong time management capabilities
Experience successfully executing controls and automation projects with ability to effectively manage a variety of projects simultaneously
Strong working knowledge of control systems, SEIMENS hardware and software systems and environments, programming languages, protocols, and networking
Excellent ability to read, interpret, understand, and write SCL PLC programming language
Strong track record of operations mindset
Strong ability to partner with internal and external stakeholders to achieve goals
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Ability to explain complex technical principles accurately and effectively
Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills
Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, PFDs and any other project design documents
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Frequently required to walk, sit, climb, bend, reach and squat/kneel. Controls Engineer work will be primarily indoors. Employee will be required, on occasion, to go to a wellsite or warehouse work environment. These work environments may include exposure to hazardous materials, operating conditions, and inclement weather. Given these conditions employees are required to wear company mandated personal protective equipment (coveralls, safety boots, safety gloves, hard hats, safety glasses, and ear protection) and must strictly adhere to safety policy. Controls Engineer must be able to lift 49 lbs. independently and be able to lift 50-100 lbs. with a team lift.
Work hours may include early morning, late afternoon/evening hours, and weekends in combination depending on job demands.
AAP /EEO STATEMENT
The Company is committed to the cause of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, thus abiding by all applicable state and federal laws.Our practices regarding employment, job promotion, compensation, training, and termination do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, sex, national origin, veteran's status, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.It is expected that all employees, both management and staff, will fully support these nondiscriminatory policies.
The company has reviewed this job description to ensure essential functions and duties have been included. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities.
Last Reviewed 01/25/2024
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Oil and Gas
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