The Role
Support administration, maintenance, design, programming, and troubleshooting of Automation/SCADA and DCS systems for oil and gas production. Work with field instrumentation and electrical teams, configure process control networks and protocols (OPC, Modbus, ControlNet), document systems, enforce standards, mentor junior staff, and manage SCADA projects using AVEVA software and related technologies.
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Job Objective:
Assists with the technical work in the administration, maintenance, and operation of Automation/SCADA, distributed control, telemetry input, and computer systems for field operations.
Assists with the technical work in the administration, maintenance, and operation of Automation/SCADA, distributed control, telemetry input, and computer systems for field operations.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
- Working knowledge of Industrial Automation/SCADA architecture design including control, measurement and safety systems for oil and gas production facilities.
- Work with field Instrumentation and Electrical Team assisting with troubleshooting and maintenance where required.
- Design and manage control system and SCADA related projects.
- Keep abreast of new Automation/SCADA related developments and technology in areas such as equipment, software, governmental regulations, PCN cybersecurity, and communications.
- Team knowledge expert on AVEVA software: System Platform, OMI, InTouch HMI, and other AVEVA software.
- Design, Program, and Troubleshoot HMI/DCS applications to include graphical design, scripting, and database queries on platforms with specific expertise for the AVEVA suite of software.
- Set up and maintain process control networks using Ethernet, OPC, Modbus, ControlNet and other Automation specific protocols.
- Read, understand, and troubleshoot electrical prints and P&IDs.
- Document Automation/SCADA systems per established procedures.
- Mentor and help train junior level personnel through training and review of their work plans and system installs.
- Coordinate and participate in the design, development and administration of standards and documentation relating to automation systems.
- Enforce adherence to corporate Automation/SCADA standards.
Essential Job Responsibilities Continued:
- Adheres to the company’s values – integrity, ownership, urgency, alignment and innovation.
- Supports company vision and mission.
- Adheres to established work schedule, attendance standards and is punctual to work and meetings.
Other Job Responsibilities:
- Other duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications:
- Four (4) years minimum Automation/SCADA experience, preferably in the oil and gas industry.
- Ability to work a 12 hour per day, 14/14 day rotational assignment on the North Slope of Alaska.
- Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with individuals at all levels of the company.
- Strong ability in diagnosing and solving SCADA related problems while maintaining patience, professionalism, and courtesy.
- Understanding of Automation/SCADA system setup and maintenance with regard to administration, programming, database administration, telemetry, and RTU input management understanding of the technology related to SCADA design and maintenance of a SCADA system.
- Understanding of Industry standard alarming and governance
- Ability to establish priorities, meet deadlines, and concentrate on detailed information in a fast-paced and demanding work environment.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, other departments, officials, and the public.
- Solid understanding of desktop computers, networking, printers, and general office applications.
- Good written and verbal communication skills, with specific ability to translate complex computer/information systems information into an organized and presentable manner.
- Ability to complete multiple, diverse tasks of differing priorities.
- Proficiency in the use and application of the following software:
Required: AVEVA System Platform, AVEVA InTouch HMI, AVEVA OMI, C/C#/SQL/Java/QuickScript.Net Experience - Preferred: Honeywell Experion, Rockwell FactoryTalk
Education Requirements:
- Associate’s degree or certificate of completion from a 2 year technical school that is accredited or any equivalent combination of education and experience demonstrating sufficient knowledge, ability and skill to handle the duties and responsibilities of the position.
- Five years of relevant industry experience.
Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:
- None.
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Skills Required
- Minimum 4 years Automation/SCADA experience
- Ability to work 12-hour days on a 14/14 rotational assignment on the North Slope of Alaska
- Proficiency with AVEVA System Platform, AVEVA InTouch HMI, and AVEVA OMI
- Experience with C, C#, SQL, Java, QuickScript.Net
- Understanding of Automation/SCADA system administration, programming, database administration, telemetry, and RTU input management
- Experience designing, programming, and troubleshooting HMI/DCS applications including graphical design, scripting, and database queries
- Knowledge and experience with industrial communication protocols and networks (Ethernet, OPC, Modbus, ControlNet)
- Ability to read, understand, and troubleshoot electrical prints and P&IDs
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and work accurately in a fast-paced environment
- Associate degree or 2-year technical certificate (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
- Five years of relevant industry experience
- Preferred experience with Honeywell Experion and Rockwell FactoryTalk
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The Company
What We Do
Hilcorp Energy Company was founded in 1989 with the vision of being the premier independent energy company in America. Today, it is now the largest privately owned oil and natural gas company in the country. Hilcorp is a company founded on the principles of innovation and entrepreneurism. Our Core Values of "integrity, urgency, ownership, alignment, and innovation" are central to everything we do and are fundamental to our culture.








