Control Systems Specialist

We are looking to hire we are looking to hire Automation Specialists/Programmers to join our team based out of Calgary, Edmonton and Grande Prairie .

This role is responsible for coordinating, troubleshooting, and implementing control systems, monitoring, and completing commissioning and start-ups on new facilities.

In addition the Automation Specialist/Programmer is responsible for the regular maintenance operation, metering and safety shutdown of wellsite’s and plants facilities to ensure no equipment failure occurs.

• Compressor Station, and Processing Facility Control System Design.
• Software Development of PLC and DCS systems.
• On site commissioning and startup assistance of new facilities.
• Development of Controls and Automation Equipment Standards & Specifications.
• Perform complex technical tasks related to control and automation systems.
• Backups of PLC/HMI program “Asfound" and Modified files are extremely important.
• Pre-test equipment and software as much as possible.
• Initiate work alone process if required.
• Obtain Safe work permits.
• Fill out Pre job hazard Analysis.
• Obtain a clear scope of work from direct supervisor or client.
• Communicate with client representative on how the requested work will affect plant operation and surrounding personnel. i.e. plant shutdown, beacon/horn actuation etc. Ensure all parties who are working in the vicinity and could be effected are aware of the hazards or changes to the work zone.
• If any changes affect the control or shutdown operation of the plant they must be in writing by someone with authority to do so. Preferably the MOC (Management of change) documentation should be attached.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose hardware and wiring issues.
• Deal with a variety of voltages, help of an electrician is common practice.
• Work with Pressures in the operation of process equipment.
• Back up all PLC, HMI, RTU, etc. “Asfound" programs and file.
• Perform work and test. If any forces or disabling was required for testing, start up etc. Ensure they are removed before leaving site, never leave a bypass in place. If a bypass must remain, it must be ordered and documented by someone in Authority to do so, not just an operator.