JOB DESCRIPTION

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Wood is recruiting for a Mid-Level Automation Technician II to join its Operations team focusing on Oil & Gas (OA). This opportunity is in Carlsbad, NM. Wood offers health benefits, 401K, vacation, and more. U.S. Only: Authorization to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Wood is required.

The Role

• Core requirements: Strong automation and instrumentation experience, PLC/HMI programming, and the ability to work independently in field environments.
• Location: Carlsbad, NM
• Site / Office based: Field-based
• Hours of work: TBD
• Rotation / work pattern: TBD

The Automation Technician II is responsible for the installation, programming, maintenance, and troubleshooting of automation and electrical equipment supporting upstream oil and gas production. This includes PLCs, RTUs, HMIs, and instrumentation, as well as supporting control system commissioning and optimization.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Install, program, calibrate, maintain, and repair a wide variety of automation and electrical equipment that supports upstream oil-and-gas production assets
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair PLCs, RTUs, HMIs, and associated instrumentation (level, pressure, flow, vibration, etc.)
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance in accordance with Oxy and industry standards (API, NEC, NFPA, ISA, IEEE)
• Provide on-site automation expertise for well pads, tank batteries, salt-water-disposal and compressor stations
• Serve as the facility controls subject-matter expert, identifying improvement opportunities that enhance uptime and safety
• Develop and modify PLC logic (ladder, function block, structured text) and local HMI graphics
• Commission and validate control loops, alarms, and interlocks using engineering documentation (P&IDs, Cause & Effect matrices, control narratives)
• Leverage SAP or other CMMS tools to plan, track, and document maintenance activities
• Follow Management-of-Change (MOC) procedure sand PLC programming standards
• Work safely around energized electrical and instrumentation systems including confined-space and man-lift work while adhering to all corporate and regulatory requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree in Instrumentation or Automation Technology or at least a GED
• 3+ years as an Automation Specialist and 3+ years of oil-field experience
• Technical Proficiency
• Advanced understanding of well-site RTU design, programming, and troubleshooting
• Advanced knowledge of analog/discrete instrumentation and serial/Ethernet protocols
• Intermediate ability to maintain PLC programs (ladder, function block, structured text) and local HMIs
• Proficiency with Rockwell Studio 5000 and FactoryTalkView
• Ability to travel to remote sites, work under supplied air, and operate from aerial platforms
• Capable of working independently with limited supervision
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office and WindowsOS

Preferred Qualifications

• 7+ years of oil-field experience, including 3+ years
  focused on upstream automation
• Hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley and
  Rosemount equipment
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, wiring diagrams,
  and Cause & Effect charts
• Intermediate proficiency in troubleshooting control
  networks (ControlNet, EtherNet/IP, fiber optics, RF)
• Strong interpersonal skills; able to build trust,
  collaborate across disciplines, and drive positive
  performance

ABOUT US

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.