Field Automation Specialist

Novaspect, Inc., an Emerson Impact Partner, the global leader of automation systems and solutions, is currently offering an opportunity for an Instrumentation & Control Technician to join our team.

Field Automation Specialist Essential Duties and Responsibilities include participating with our customers in:

• Automation process control instrumentation and equipment startup

• Verifying, troubleshooting and resolving instrumentation and equipment communications

• Inspecting instrument wiring, power and grounding of installation using a process meter

• Setting up instruments with Hart 475 or TREX field communicator

• Able to read P&ID's for process control configurations

• Work with onsite installation crew

• Replacing/installing instrumentation, RTU, PLC and equipment

• Troubleshooting program logic, process control and equipment

• Developing a solution to resolve process control from device to SCADA

• Installing and calibrating flow measurement equipment (Coriolis, mag meter, mass flow meters, and ultrasonic meters)

• Providing management of onsite control project installation and startup activities including construction supervision and supplier coordination

• Providing process control, programming and equipment phone support

• Effective and prompt response to customer requests or inquiries

• Able to demonstrate crucial communication skills with customers

• Providing clear and effective documentation of services provided to customers

• Meeting project team commitments and deadlines

• Traveling to customer facilities

Field Automation Specialist Education and/or Experience:

• Technical degree in electrical or instrumentation discipline or equivalent experience in industrial automation and instrumentation required
• Proficient of communication protocols Modbus, DNP3 for both TCP/IP and serial
• Proficient with all types of I/O, Analog, Digital, Pulse, and Hart
• Familiarity with programming and configuration on Beijer, Rosemont, Micro Motion, ROC, Floboss, Redlion and Allen Bradly PLC's
• Familiarity with ABB, Rosemont, Micro Motion, ROC, Floboss, Allen Bradly PLC
• Familiar with I/O checkout, configuration and commissioning process
• Training/Certification in 3 or more areas of automation

Field Automation Specialist Additional Requirements:

• Experience managing customer projects and working independently
• Current driver's license
• Proficient with MS Office suite
• Participate in on-call rotation with existing technical staff

Field Automation Specialist Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Ability of hands to grasp and manipulate small objects/tools
• Ability to work with hand tools
• Ability to work at heights
• Ability to stoop, crawl and crouch while working on equipment on hands and knees
• Ability to work on your feet for 8 hours per day
• Ability to work in a loud industrial environment
• Comfortable working around industrial equipment with exposed moving parts
• Ability to climb stairs (up to 20 flights per day
• Ability to climb a 20 ft. ladder
• Ability to work with up to 480 volts
• Ability to drive on average 3-4 hours in a day
• Ability to drive 8 hours as needed in a day - although not typical
• Ability to work in high and cold temperature environments for extended hours

Field Automation Specialist Pay:

• Hourly Rate: $40 - $50
• Overtime Eligible
• Company vehicle, cell phone and tools provided

The final offer will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to the candidate's depth of experience, skill set, qualifications, and internal pay equity. Hiring at the top end of the range would not be typical, to allow for future meaningful salary growth in the position.

Field Automation Specialist Benefits:

Recognized with a Top Employee Benefit Plan Award, below you will find our outstanding total rewards package when you join our team including:

• Generous paid time off; starting at 15 vacation days, 10 holidays, and 10 days of Paid Sick & Safety Time (PSST)
• 401K with 6% company match
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Excellent health & wellness benefits
• Student debt & tuition reimbursement
• Referral bonus

Who We Are:

Novaspect, Inc., is an employee-owned company that engineers, sells, and services industrial process controls. Our Core Purpose is to improve our customer's performance through the innovative application of technology. We are passionate about creating effective processes and building customer relationships. We position ourselves to attract the best talent and ensure we are delivering local services with proven technologies.