Automation Specialist Deepwater

@ Quality Process Services

Automation Specialist Deepwater

Quality Process Services - QPS is seeking a seasoned Automation Technician with mid-level technical skills and expert insights. The candidate will handle automation design, control strategies, and troubleshooting of PLC logic control systems for offshore oil and gas production operations.

Primary Responsibilities

• Install, program, calibrate, and maintain automation equipment.
• Diagnose and repair automation systems to maximize efficiency.
• Provide on-site automation support for offshore operations.
• Maintain and troubleshoot control systems, instrumentation, and HMI interfaces.
• Develop and maintain PLC programs using ladder logic, structured text, and function blocks.
• Utilize CMMS (such as SAP) for maintenance tracking.
• Participate in design reviews and process hazard analysis.
• Assist with MOC process and project planning.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years as an Automation Specialist and 5+ years in oil field operations.
• Advanced skills in programming, troubleshooting, and instrumentation.
• Experience with Rockwell (Allen Bradley) Studio 5000 and WonderWare InTouch Classic.
• Familiarity with industry standards (API, NEC, NFPA, IEEE, ISA).
• Proficient with MS Office and Windows OS.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Automation with GPA 3.0+.
• 9+ years in oil field experience including 5+ years in upstream automation.
• Ability to read technical documents like P&IDs and wiring diagrams.
• Advanced troubleshooting of control networks and OT Network skills.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Willingness to be on-call and travel for FATs within the Gulf Coast Region.
• Comfortable working under fit testing conditions and from aerial platforms.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Key Skills/Competency

Automation, PLC, HMI, Troubleshooting, Programming, Instrumentation, Offshore, SAP, P&IDs, Safety