Automation Operator
| Company | Devon Energy |
|---|---|
| Location | Canadian County, OK, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | |
| Experience Level | Mid Level |
Requirements
- High School Diploma/General Education Diploma (GED) is required.
- 3+ years of relevant experience, preferably in E&P Operations specializing in areas such as Oilfield Automation, Instrumentation, Production Operations, Process Control Device Integration or a related field.
- ISA Certified Automation Professional (CAP) (preferred)
- Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) (preferred)
Responsibilities
- Performs moderately complex oilfield automation tasks under direct supervision, specializing in troubleshooting to optimize oilfield automation and communication systems.
- Collaborates with field personnel, the automation department, and engineering staff to implement and maintain automation equipment in the field.
- Determines requirements, specifications, and provides recommendations for communication and automation equipment, ensuring effective system operations.
- Configures Programmable Logic Controllers and Remote Terminal Units, ensuring optimal functionality and adherence to industry standards.
- Develops comprehensive scopes of work to assess automation and communication projects for internal evaluation and external bidding processes.
- Supports the oversight of automation and communication contractors, ensuring compliance with company standards and project requirements.
- Assists in the installation and maintenance of automation equipment, providing valuable support to enhance the integration of technologies in the oilfield environment.
- Troubleshoots well site automation and communication equipment, demonstrating expertise in resolving complex technical issues.
- Recognizes, analyzes, and resolves complex automation problems, taking corrective action in emergency and non-emergency situations, contributing to operational efficiency and safety.
- Maintains positive relationships with local, state/province, provincial, and federal representatives, representing the organization in various capacities and ensuring effective communication.
Preferred Qualifications
- Oral & Written Communication
- Results Oriented
- Active Learning
- Digital Literacy
- Business Acumen
- DCS Systems (ABB 800xA)
- PLC Programming (Allen Bradley)
- Server Maintenance
- Measurement Analysis
- Modbus TCP/IP
- Alarm Management
- Flow Measurement
- Process Optimization
- Troubleshooting
- Regulatory Compliance