Schedule: Monday- Friday, available after hours as needed and for On Call rotationEssential Duties and Responsibilities:
The SCADA Specialist maintains the plant and field SCADA systems assigned to them to provide a safe and compliant operation of the assets.Deploys and manages domain-based automation systems using active directory and advanced process control applications.Designs, implements, and supports the AVEVA SCADA Systems for gas processing plants and gathering systems.Responsible for maintaining the program records/files/Backups and necessary licenses associated with the SCADA management servers, control system servers, and HMI equipment as well as the associated OT networking equipment, for the plant and field control systems in their assigned area. Formal Aveva training and experience is required.Perform SCADA integration, system programming and commissioning of new facilities and other projects.Perform duties as subject matter expert regarding the establishment of SCADA system standards implementation and evaluation.Works closely with other departments (IT, OT, Automation, Measurement, E&I, Operations, Marketing and Engineering) regarding using automation and technology to accomplish Business objectives.Assists in estimating as needed for budgetary planning for any control system upgrades, projects, as well as software support and licensing.Responds as needed to emergency or urgent issues regarding the facility control and communication systems.Perform related duties as assigned by Manager.Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
Must have relevant experience and knowledge with AVEVA / Wonderware System Platform, including object development and standardization experience.Must have relevant experience and knowledge in commonly used industrial communication standards such as OPC and SuiteLink and associated software.Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer serviceFormal AVEVA / Wonderware System Platform training preferred.Previous experience developing multiple SCADA systems preferred.Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practicesHigh school diploma or GED requiredBachelor's degree in Computer Science preferredExcellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customersExcellent computer proficiency (MS Office- Word, Excel, Outlook and TEAMS)
Working Conditions:
Available to attend in-person office and field meetings as neededOccasional driving may be needed to travel to Kinetik plants and worksites as needed.Will be working in an office environment with long periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computerAvailable outside of normal working hours as needed for business necessity
Physical Requirements:
Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standardsMust be able to lift and carry up to 10 lbs.Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephoneMust be able to travel occasionally to locations within his/her area of responsibility.Must be able and willing to be subject to on-call rotation for off-hours troubleshooting.