Description

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The Automation Engineer / Specialist is responsible for assisting customer designated journeyman electrician with installation and then configuration/commissioning/start-up of Pump-off Controllers (POCs) and Variable Speed Drives (VSDs).

SPECIFIC DUTIES, ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Create Value by utilizing industry acceptable installation and configuration/commissioning/start-up processes, tools and best practices and assisting in their operation.
Working knowledge of POC/VSD operating parameters, and ability to recommend changes to operating window to ensure rod lift system is operating optimally and within limits.
Become part of the team and understand ongoing operations to enable optimal support.
Identify, diagnose, and communicate event-based opportunities with business units.
Develop recommendations to improve equipment run life and assist asset teams in implementation.
Assist with specification and future operation.
Assists with monitoring, trouble shooting and testing automation equipment to maximize well productivity and run life.
Trains and coaches new hires in basic principles.

Requirements

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Associate/bachelor’s degree in engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering or equivalent work experience.
Minimum 10 years of oil oilfield or related industry experience.
Minimum 5 to 10 years’ experience working with senior management to align sales strategies and solutions with the service and support of solutions.
Must have a clear understanding of the challenges facing the industry at present and illustrate a knowledge of the operation, and any attention to detail that will be required to succeed within the industry.
Requires a knowledge of the Oilfield industry in terms of customer base and needs.
Self-motivated to achieve results with minimal direct supervision.
Computer literate with intermediate knowledge of MS Office suite and ERP systems
Have a demonstratable track record of commitment to safety.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to sit for extended periods of time, including sitting in a vehicle; a minimum of 2 hours and often up to 4 hours.
Must be able to maneuver to all areas of a pump shop or warehouse, and to all allowable areas of a well site or other job sites.
Must be able to work at a fast pace.
Must be able to tolerate changing priorities, and complete assignments despite frequent interruptions.
Must be able to respond to visual and aural cues.
Must be able to drive a one-ton pick-up truck.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work environment is typically considered in an office environment located on-site, within a ELS location during normal or extended business hours. Work environment may also include employee’s residence, customer site & meeting venues, extensive time off site while traveling or to other location as required.